437 Rush Hosts Ruffino Wine Dinner

Posted on February 2nd, 2012

**UPDATE: 2/16**

The Ruffino wine dinner is sold out. However, tickets are still available for our upcoming Opera Night Dinner; another great evening of delicious food, paired with wine and wonderful entertainment!

This February, Phil Stefani’s 437 Rush will host an exclusive wine dinner featuring Ruffino Wines.  Patrons will enjoy a six-course dinner prepared by Chef Federico Comacchio,  expertly paired with an array of Ruffino wines. Giuseppe (Pepi) D’Andrea from Ruffino will be on hand to discuss the wines. Menu highlights will include: Stewed Spiced Baby Octopus, Braised Short Rib, Aged Tuscan Pecorino Fondue and more (full menu and pairings below).

WHEN: Friday, February 24; Hors d’oeuvres 6:30 PM • Dinner 7:00 PM

COST: $78 per person (does not include tax and gratuity).

RESERVE: Call (312) 222-0101

MENU:

Stuzzichini (Appetizer)

Crostini di Pane di Segale e Fegatini Carciofi Fritti

Paired with: Ruffino Procecco

Antipasto

Polpi in Galera, Polenta di Ceci e Pappa al Pomodoro

Stewed Spiced Baby Octopus with House Tuscan Bread & Tomato soup, Organic Chick Peas Polenta

Paired with: Borgo Conventi Pinot Grigio

Intermezzo

Farroto, Pomodoro, Calamari e Cavolo Nero

Organic Tuscan Spelt Risotto style, tossed with Baby Calamari, fresh Tomato sauce and Organic Tuscan Kale

Paired with: Riserva Ducale Oro Chianti Classico

Entrata

Stracotto alla Fiorentina

Braised Short Rib Fiorentina style, served with Infarinata Crouton

Paired with: Modus

Formaggi

Crema di Pecorino Toscano, Bigné e Pepe Nero

Aged Tuscan Pecorino Fondue, Bigné and Black Pepper

Paired with: Grepponi Mazzi Brunello di Montalcino

Dolce

Semifreddo ai Cantucci Tartara di Fragole e Caramello

Cantucci cookie Semifreddo, Strawberries Tartar and Caramel sauce

Paired with: Ruffino Vin Santo

PHIL STEFANI’S 437 RUSH
437 N. Rush Street
Chicago IL 60611
312.222.0101
www.philstefanis437rush.com