The Wine & Food Society of Jacksonville traveled to Southern Italy (via Epping Forest Yacht Club) to a farmhouse for an Italian Countryside Dinner. The updated culinary delights were accompanied by Italian wines from small but wonderful wineries. Planned by former Branch President Mike Mass, this casual dinner delighted all.
Reception
Ca Del Bosco Cuvee Prestige Brut, NV
Whole Fried Sardines, Parmigiana & Balsamic Cubes
Olives, Marinated Artichoke Hearts & Crimini Mushrooms
Bocconcini Mozzarella & Cherry Tomatoes in Basil & Olive Oil
Shaved Cappicola, Prosciutto & Mortadella Crostinis & Sliced Baguette
1st Course
Mesa Giunico Vermentino 2013
"Orecchiette con Cavolfiore e Acciughe"
Orecchette Pasta & Cauliflower Florets, Agostino Recca Anchovies, Garlic Extra Virgin Olive Oil & Green Pea Tendrils
Entree
Masi Costasera Amarone 2013
"Cioppino"
Simmered Littleneck Clams, Mussels, Calamari Tentacles, Snapper & Shrimp, San Marzano Tomato-Saffron Broth,
Fennel Pollen Toast
Dessert
Chiarlo Nivole Moscato NV
"Ricetta Cassata al Forno"
Baked Ricotta Cheesecake, Chocolate Chips, Orange Marmalade, Vanilla Cake Short Dough Lattice, Spring Berry Medley
