Taste of Calabria

A Gastronomic Journey Through the Peninsula

Join us for the next stop in our Taste of Italy series and savour the flavours of Calabria. Indulge in delicious and authentic Italian dishes prepared by Slow Food Toronto President and Chef, Luciano Schipano. “Taste of Calabria” is on Friday, July 29 at 7:00pm at Boccaccio Restaurant and includes a four-course meal!

 

Date: Friday, July 29, 7:00pm

Price: $100.00

Price includes complimentary wine during dinner service. Additional wine, beer, mixed and soft drinks will be available for an additional cost.

 

Menu

 

Antipasto – Starter

Capocollo, Soppressata, Zeppole (Crispeddi) Ripiene di ‘Nduja, Crostone di Pane con ‘Nduja Crema di Cime di Rape, Pecorino dell’Aspromonte,

Ricottina di pecora e Sott’olio

 

Calabrese cured salami, stuffed fried dough, roasted bread topped with rapini and ‘Nduja, Pecorino from Monteporo, sheep’s milk

Ricotta and Calabrian pickled vegetables

 

Primo – First Course

Ravioli di Stroncatura con Ripieno di Alici e olive Nere all’Aglio e Olio Ricoperto di Pangrattato

Stroncatura ravioli filled with anchovies and black olive in a garlic olive oil sauce and a sprinkle of bread crumb

 

Secondo – Entrée

Pesce Spada alla Griglia & Carne dei Pastori su Cicoria Lessa e Finocchio Grigliata

Insalata Mista

Grilled swordfish & shepherds meat on steamed dandelion & grilled fennel

Mixed greens

 

Dolce – Dessert

Tortino con Cuore Morbido Al Cioccolato e Salsa alla ‘Nduja

Caffe

                  Lava cake with a tender liquid core of chocolate and ‘Nduja sauce

Coffee

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Enriching lives through experiences and services that honour Italian culture and heritage.


Our Vision:

Inspiring people to explore the Italian in all of us.

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