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

Thursday Wine Collector's Night at Melograno

On Thursday evenings Melograno will feature “Wine Collector’s Night,” an event dedicated to everyone who has been saving "that special bottle" for the right moment.

Each week focuses on a specific grape varietal or wine region and Chef Alberto will create specials which pair perfectly with the “Theme.” So, run to your cellar and bring that special bottle to Melograno. Chef Alberto will cook in honor of your wine! On Wine Collector’s night there will be no corkage fee.

Valet parking available on Hudson (rear of building) with validation for $6.00.

Celebrate Ferragosto at Melograno Restaurant in Hollywood

A major summer event, "Ferragosto" is celebrated in all of Italy on August 15^th. It marks the peak of summer when everybody is on vacation whether by the beach, mountain destinations or parks. It is a very ancient pagan holiday that dates back to Roman Emperor Augustus’ time, when he decided that for one day everybody would stop work (Feriae Augusti-Ferragosto), including animals, to celebrate the end of major agricultural season.

Friday, August 15^th, 2008

Burrata e Melanzane
Marinated, roasted, organic Eggplant and Heirloom Tomato
Salad with fresh Burrata drizzled in Basil oil
Wine: Müller Thurgau, Cnaletto, Trentino, 2007

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Ravioli di Ricotta Agli Spinaci
Handmade Ravioli filled with fresh Ricotta cheese sautéed with
organic Baby Wild Spinach in a Sage Butter sauce

Wine: Vermentino di Sardegna, Dettori, Romangia, 2006
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Please select one of the following;

Salmone con Ruchetta e Fichi
Grilled Wild Caught Canadian Salmon served over Baby Wild Arugula
and Black Mission Figs

Wine: Pinot Nero "Superiore", Maso Poli, Trentino, 2005
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Anatra alle Pesche Piccanti
Pan Roasted Hudson Valley Duck Breast served with lightly spicy
roasted Nectarine au jus and sautéed heirloom vegetables

Wine: Amarone della Valpolicella, Santi, illasi, 2004
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Sorbetto
Fruit sorbet with macerated fresh fruit

Wine: Moscato d' Asti, Marenco "Strev", Piemonte, 2006

Reservations Required - $60 per person, plus tax and gratuity

($40 per person, plus tax and gratuity, without wine)

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