Executive Chef Mimmo Ferraro.
(Photo courtesy of Ferraro’s)
FERRARO’S RISTORANTE ANNOUNCES AUG. 26 TASTE & LEARN
FEATURING WINES FROM CAPECCI
Ferraro’s Ristorante invites guests to experience its next Taste & Learn on Saturday, Aug. 26 at 5 p.m. Taste & Learn is Ferraro’s popular, monthly wine-tasting event that provides illuminating wine education along with a menu of imaginative, authentic Italian small plates created by Ferraro’s Executive Chef Mimmo Ferraro.
The August Taste & Learn event spotlights wines from Capecci. With a distinctive combination of extraordinarily fertile soil and ideal weather conditions in the coastal region of Le Marche, Italy, Capecci is known across the globe for its rich winemaking traditions and history.
Taste & Learn attendees will begin the tasting with Reva Bianco Langhe, a tempting dry and aromatic white wine. Second on the menu is the Ciprea Pecorino, an award-winning white with notes of peach, melon, pear and citrus. Next, the Qvinta Montepulciano red wine will offer a smooth finish along with earthy notes of oak and spices. Lastly, guests will conclude the tasting with Cava d’Onice Brunello di Montalcino, a savory red featuring aromas of sunbaked earth and dark-skinned fruit.
“Our August Taste & Learn event will transport guests to Italy’s coastal region of Marche,” said Mimmo Ferraro, executive chef, Ferraro’s. “Attendees can look forward to the region’s finest red and white wines exquisitely paired with summer’s freshest flavors.”
The full menu of wine and food pairings follows:
Reva Bianco Langhe
Branzino
Mediterranean Sea Bass, Cauliflower purée, basil pesto, pine nuts, micro flowers
Ciprea Pecorino
Gnudi di Ricotta e Spinaci
Spinach and ricotta dumpling, butter sage, Pecorino
Qvinta Montepulciano
Pizzette Amatriciana
Pizza, bufala mozzarella, guanciale, tomato, Calabrese peppers, Pecorino
Cava d’Onice Brunello di Montalcino
Filetto di Vitello
Roasted veal loin, charred onion red wine demi, roasted rosemary potatoes, sauteed spinach
Tickets for the all-inclusive experience are $110 per person and space is limited. To make reservations, please call (702) 364-5300.
ABOUT FERRARO’S RISTORANTE
Las Vegas, known worldwide as the food mecca for the most discerning palates, houses one of the leading upscale fine dining establishments for Italian cuisine, Ferraro’s Ristorante. Featuring a chic and modern ambiance, Ferraro’s is synonymous with extraordinary service and unforgettable dining experiences. Guests savor flavorful, uncomplicated dishes utilizing only premium ingredients, all-natural meats and seafood, and fresh, hand-made pasta. A recipient of the internationally acclaimed Gambero Rosso award for wine, the venue’s extraordinary list is recognized as one of the top Italian wine collections in the world. Headed by Executive Chef Mimmo Ferraro, classic training, ingenuity, and passion for the Italian kitchen bring authenticity and creativity to the menu, carrying on the tradition and history that made Ferraro’s an iconic name in the culinary space.
Whether joining for happy hour, dinner, or late-night fare, in addition to the classic dishes you can order a la carte, guests may request a guided tasting menu that includes exquisite wine pairings. The meticulous care put into each detail makes this a truly unique place. Open daily with a main dining room, private seating, lounge, and patio options, a memorable culinary adventure awaits.
Ferraro’s Ristorante is located at 4480 Paradise Rd. Las Vegas, NV 89148. For more information or reservations, call (702) 364-5300 or learn more online at www.ferraroslasvegas.com