Melograno's New Year's Eve Menu

• Prosecco con crostino di fegato d’anatra e marmellata di cachi •
torchon of foie gras, persimmon chutney, crostini
wine: glass of sparkling Prosecco

• Crema di corallo e aragosta •
lobster bisque, grilled slipper lobster tail and basil oil
wine: Fiano, Mandrarossa, Sicilia

• Ravioli di funghi al burro di pomodoro e tartufo nero •
freshly made ravioli filled with seasonal wild mushrooms, sautéed in a light winter black truffle and tomato butter sauce
wine: Merlot, Conti Brandolini d’ Adda “Vistorta”, Grave del Friuli

• Merluzzo al forno con stufato di patate •
baked Alaskan black cod, scalloped potato, parsnip gratin, pomegranate syrup
wine: Pinot Nero, Maso Poli “Superiore”, Trentino

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• Bue brasato al melograno e mele •
braised beef short ribs in apple-pomegranate jus, soft yellow corn polenta and heirloom vegetables
wine: Bonarda, Dino Torti, Oltrepo’ Pavese


• Tortino di cioccoloato con salsa al rhum •
warm chocolate cake, served with rhum crème anglaise and berry puree
wine: Port, Dow’s 20yr Tawny, Douro)


Cost - $100 per person, plus tax and service
($75 without wine)

Valet parking available in front with validation for $6.00.

Antinori Wine Dinner at Melograno in Hollywood

Please join us at Melograno on Tuesday, November 18th, 2008 at 7:00 pm for a very special Antinori Wine Dinner as we pay homage to one of the oldest and most respected wine producers in the world.


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Stuzzichini – Italian Finger Food
Crostini with Balsamic braised Radicchio and Goat Cheese
Parmigiano Reggiano and Caramelized Onion Quiche
Wine: Brut, Antinori “Montenisa”, Franciacorta DOCG
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Quaglia con Polenta e Salsa al Tartufo
Pan sautéed Quail over Polenta with Truffle sauce
Wine: Chianti Classico Riserva, Tenuta “Marchesi Antinori”, 2004
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Tagliatelle al Dragoncello con Salsa d’Agnello Arrosto
Tarragon Tagliatelle with Roasted Lamb Ragu
Wine: Chianti Classico Riserva, Antinori “Badia a Passignano”, 2003
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Rotolo di Vitello Arrosto con Funghi Saltati e Vegetali Trifolati
Rolled Veal Roast, Wild Mushrooms and Garlic served with Parsley sautéed Vegetables
Wine: Antinori “Tignanello”, 2005
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Formaggio
Gorgonzola and Taleggio Cheeses with fresh Grape and Honey - Chili Pepper Jam
Wine: Muffato della Sala, Umbria, 2005


Cost: $85 per person, plus tax and gratuity
Space will be limited. RSVP required: 323-465-6650


Chef: Alberto Lazzarino Sommelier: Giuseppe Cossu


Melograno
6541 Hollywood Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90024
323-465-6650
Valet Parking Available
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Ca Del Bosco Wine Dinner at Melograno

Melograno will be hosting a Wine Maker's Dinner with Maurizio Zanella of Ca' del Bosco on Thursday, October 30th, 2008. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to meet face-to-face with a world renowned winemaker. Chef Alberto Lazzarino has put together a menu that will elate the magnificence and sophistication of the wines from this “state of the art” winery.

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Polpo alla Griglia
Tender charred octopus with baby arugula, cherry tomato medley, slivered almonds in a malt vinegar dressing
Wine: Brut, Cà del Bosco “Cuvée Prestige”, Franciacorta DOCG
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Carpaccio di Anatra
House cured, double breast of duck with mixed lettuce in a light Gorgonzola dressing
Wine: Chardonnay, Cà del Bosco “Maurizio Zanella” 2004
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Gnocchi di Patate con Ragù di Cinghiale al Cioccolato
Freshly made potato gnocchi and ricotta cheese dumpling sautéed with chocolate marinated wild boar ragu
Wine: Pinot Nero, Cà del Bosco “Pinero” 2003
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Brasato di Bue al Barolo e Polenta
Slow Braised beef with Barolo wine and pomegranate served with yellow corn soft polenta
Wine: Rosso del Sebino, Cà del Bosco “Maurizio Zanella” 2001
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Fonduta di Castelmagno e Nocciole con Tartufo Nero e Castagne Arrosto
Hazelnut-Castelmagno cheese fondue with black truffle and roasted chestnuts
Wine: Brut, Cà del Bosco “Cuvée Annamaria Clementi” 2001, Franciacorta DOCG

Time: 7:00pm

Cost: Only $65 per person, plus tax and gratuity

Melograno
6541 Hollywood Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90028
RSVP Required: 323-465-6650
www.melogranohollywood.com

Special Mother's Day Menu at Melograno

The Culinary theme for Melograno is derived from Chef Alberto Lazzarino’s region of Piedmont. In the world of Italian food, the most sophisticated and flavorful cuisine comes from Northern Italy. Piedmont's direct proximity to France throughout the centuries lent an elaborate approach to its cuisine accented by truffles and complimented by the wines of the region.

FESTA DELLA MAMMA
Yellow Fin Tuna Tatar, micro green lettuce, avocado, shallots, lemon dressing and Vincotto reduction
Wine: Prosecco, Bisole “Crede”, Valdobbiadene

Grilled vegetables, baby romaine lettuce, tossed with parmesan cheese and red vinegar dressing
Wine: Kerner, Abbazia di Novacella, Alto Adige

Fresh angel hair pasta sautéed with wild asparagus and rock shrimp in a summer black truffle sauce
Wine: Garganega, Anselmi “Capitel Foscarino”, Soave

Pan roasted Dover Sole in a Pinot Grigio and marjoram reduction with sautéed spring vegetables
Wine: Gewurstraminer, Abbazzia di Novacella, Alto Adige
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Grilled Prime beef filet in a black cherry and thyme glaze served with sweet English peas and fingerling mashed potatoes
Wine: Amarone della Valpolicella, Bertani “Villa Arvedi”, Valpantena

Mascarpone cheese custard flavored with vanilla served with organic strawberries and opal basil
Wine: Moscato D’Asti, Marenco Strev, Strevi


Fives Courses with Wine for $70.00, plus tax and gratuity
Please call today for reservations. Space will be limited; 323-465-6650
Valet Parking Available

Celebrate Earth Day at Melograno on Tuesday, April 22nd, 2008!

On Tuesday, April 22nd, 2008, come celebrate Earth Day at Melograno. Chef Alberto Lazzarino has prepared a special Tasting Menu using the freshest locally grown seasonal organic produce, wild caught fish and naturally fed, free range game. The dishes are paired by our Sommelier Giuseppe Cusso with wines made by eco-friendly wineries that practice sustainable and/or biodynamic farming.

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Zuppa di Carote Nane e Ragi di Ostriche di Campo
Organic heirloom baby carrot soup and wild oyster mushrooms
Wine - Anselmi "Capitel Foscarino," Veneto
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Tartara di Pomodori di Stagione e Finoccio Selvatico al Basilico
Organic heirloom tomato tartar over fennel salad with purple basil oil
Wine - Vermentino, Dettori, Sardegna
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Orzotto alla Zucchine, Aglio, Arrosto e Capesante
Risotto style barley grain, grilled organic zucchini, roasted garlic and dry sea scallop
Wine - Gavi di Gavi "La Scolca," Piemonte
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Galetto al Melograno e Arneis, Fave e Cipolline al Forno
Pan roasted half Cornish game hen (Sonoma Valley), fava beans and pearl onion casserole with a Pomegranate and Arneis wine reduction
Wine - Dolcetto di Dogliani, Pecchenino "Siri d'Jermu," Piemonte
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Coda di Rospo allo Zabajone di Aceto Antico e Germogli di Piselli
Pan roasted wild caught monkfish, herb flavored sabajon, balsamic vinegar syrup and sauteed pea tendrils
Wine - Cerasuolo di Vittoria, Planeta, Sicilia
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Torta di Limoni e Crema di Mascarpone alle Fragole
Organic Meyer lemon (from Chef Alberto's tree) tart served with mascarpone cheese and organic strawberries
Wine - Muscadeddu, Dettori, Sardegna

Prefixe Menu is $70.00 with wine pairings
(All dishes will also be available a la carte)

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