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)

Aperitivo Italiano or Hump Day at Melograno Hollywood!

Aperitivo Italiano is just one of the wonderful Italian traditions. After work and before you go home to have dinner with your family, they meet in a local bar and have a cocktail. So, in the true Italian spirit, every Wednesday or Hump Day, Melograno will be featuring a seasonal ingredient in both a signature cocktail as well as various stuzzichini, aka Italian finger food, on the patio from 5pm - 8pm. Plus live acoustic Jazz from The Raw Jazz Band.

This week Cantaloupe is the seasonal element. Featured cocktails to be served; Cantaloupe and Basil Mojito ($15) and the Kerner Abbazia di Novacella ($13). Appetizers will paired to the drinks and include cantaloupe as well. Visit http://www.melogranohollywood.com or call 323-465-6650 for more information.

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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