Prego Ristorante in Irvine, CA is hosting their first wine dinner of 2012 on Friday, January 27 at 7 PM. Executive Chef Ugo Allesina is featuring a five-course meal paired with wines from Italian winery Michele Chiarlo. “We want the first wine dinner of the year to set the tone for all future monthly events,” says chef Ugo. “Since our wine dinner menus are focused on seasonal ingredients, I will utilize the best produce available to me, and focus on winter comforts foods. This will be the first time we’ll be featuring Wild Boar at the restaurant, and I’m certain that guests will enjoy this stew.” Call 949-553-1333 for reservations. 18420 Von Karman Ave., Irvine, CA 92612.
Menu:
Canapé Assortiti
Michele Chiarlo BotticelliCotechinoAllesina con Lenticchie
Pork Cotechino, Lentils, Whole Grain Mustard
Michele Chiarlo Gavi 2010Cannelloni Piemontesi
House-Made Crêpes, Roasted Veal, Fresh Ricotta, Wild Mushroom Béchamel
Michele Chiarlo Barbera 2009Stufato di Cinghiale
While Boar Stew, Barbaresco Wine, House-Made Polenta, Seasonal Vegetables
Michele Chiarlo Barbaresco 2007Biscotti di Mandorle e Frutti di sotto Bosco
House-Made Almond Cookie, Fresh Berries, Mascarpone Mousse, Amaretto di Saronno
Nivole Moscato 2010