Flavors Without Borders: The Lucciola Journey

Enjoy an unmatched culinary experience for 4 with Chefs Michele Casadei Massari, Fabio, Dario, and Susy, with wine pairings specially curated by Maître d' Alexandra Lascu, at Lucciola - an authentic award-winning Italian restaurant on NYC's Upper West Side.

Throughout the evening, each chef and Maitre D, shares personal stories and cultural insights, encouraging a deeper connection with the flavors of the world. Schedule of your interactive, completely immersive evening:

1. Aperitivo - Welcome to Bologna: Chef Michele introduces his roots in Bologna, offering guests a taste of traditional balsamic directly from a dispenser at the table. Dish: Parmigiano Reggiano 24-Month Crostini, served with Prosciutto di Parma and Balsamic Glaze from Modena

2. Chef Dario's Colombian Inspiration - "El Caribe Meets Italy": Chef Dario shares the story of combining the flavors of his Colombian heritage with Italian ingredients, inviting guests to assemble their own mini arepas. Dish: Arepas with Burrata, Avocado, and Heirloom Tomato Salsa, topped with fresh basil and Italian olive oil.

3. From India with Chef Susy - "Spices and Roots": Chef Susy explains the delicate balance of tandoori spices with Italian risotto, providing small bowls of spice blends for guests to explore the aromas. Dish: Tandoori-Spiced Seared Scallops, served with Coconut-Lemongrass Risotto and Cardamom Foam.

4. The Essence of Emilia-Romagna: Chef Fabio guides guests through the art of folding tortellini, offering them a hands-on experience. Dish: Tortellini in Brodo - Handmade tortellini filled with pork, prosciutto, and Parmigiano in a rich broth

5. Chef Dario's "Amazon Adventure" - Wild Flavors of Colombia: Chef Dario shares the inspiration behind using Amazonian flavors like aji amarillo and plantain. Guests can taste the aji paste and plantain chips before the course is served. Dish: Grilled Langoustines with Aji Amarillo and Cilantro Chimichurri, paired with Green Plantain Puree

6. A Tribute to Chef Susy's India - "Saffron Dream": Chef Susy explains the significance of saffron in Indian cuisine, allowing guests to touch and smell saffron threads before enjoying the dish. Dish: Saffron-Infused Paneer Ravioli with Butter Sauce and Toasted Almonds

7. Chef Michele's Homage to Lucciola - The Truffle Course: Chef Michele shaves fresh truffles over the dish at the table, sharing his passion for simple, luxurious ingredients like truffle. Dish: Tagliolini al Tartufo Nero - Fresh handmade tagliolini pasta with black truffle and butter sauce

8. Fabio's Bologna: The King of Meat - "Cotoletta alla Petroniana": Chef Fabio walks guests through the history of this classic Bolognese dish, allowing them to sample the prosciutto before the main course is served. Dish: Cotoletta alla Petroniana - Veal Cutlet Breaded and Fried, topped with Prosciutto and Parmigiano, served with Grilled Polenta and Sautéed Spinach

9. Finale - Dolce and Memories of Italy: Guests crack open the edible chocolate bowl to reveal the tiramisu inside. Chef Michele shares stories of Lucciola's creation and the inspiration behind its desserts. Dish: Tiramisu "Lucciola Style" - Layers of mascarpone cream, espresso-soaked ladyfingers, and a rich cocoa dusting, served in an edible chocolate bowl

What an incredible evening!

Package includes:

• 4 tickets to Flavors Without Borders: The Lucciola Journey

Tax and tips are included, reservations 2 weeks advance notice

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