Join the Varanese crew — executive chef / proprietor John Varanese, chef de cuisine Erik Abraham, sous chef Callie Critchelow — and guest speaker James Kaiser from Excelsior Wines on Tuesday, December 19 for “Summer in December,” a South American wine experience.
This wine dinner begins at 6:30 p.m. and will be $65 per person (plus tax and gratuity.) There is also a $40 per person “food only” option. Reservations must be made in advance with a credit card and can be made in person at 2106 Frankfort Ave, by emailing letsdine@varanese.com or by calling 502-899-9904.
First Course
Amado Sur, Torrontes
Grilled avocado tostada with chipotle aioli,
tomatillo salsa and queso fresco
Second Course
Marques de Casa Concha, Chardonnay
Crispy fried shrimp over a green cabbage, lime and jalapeno slaw
topped with a habanero jam
Third Course
Casillero del Diablo, Pinot Noir
Smoked chorizo and potato hash topped with a soft cooked egg
finished with a cilantro hollandaise
Forth Course
Trivento Golden Reserve, Malbec
Slow braised pork ropa vieja
served with long grain rice and a black bean puree
Fifth Course
Don Melchor, Cabernet Sauvignon
Roasted leg of lamb served over white sweet potato puree
topped with salsa verde and charred tomatoes
Sixth Course
Frontera Moonlight, Late Harvest Blend
Mango flan with dried mango and macadamia nut crumble
and dulce leche
