Friday, May 25, 12:00 noon
Members $75, General Public $90

No place on Mulberry Street in New York’s Little Italy is more beloved than landmark restaurant Il Cortile, where CIA-trained executive chef Michael DeGeorgio has been serving creative versions of classic Italian fare to an impressive list of regulars since 1992.

Hors d'Oeuvre

Pizzettas with Tomato, Ricotta, and Olive Oil

Scallop Crudo with Citrus and Sweet Corn

Figs with Pancetta, Mascarpone, and Gorgonzola Dolce

Seppioline Fritti > Fried Cuttlefish with Pepperoncini and Balsamic Vinegar

Cervelatta > Lamb Sausage with Roasted Pepper Purée

Roast Duck and Foie Gras Profiteroles with Wild Mushrooms

Marchesi De’ Frescobaldi Brut 2000

Luncheon

Langostini > Shrimp with Asparagus, Culatello, and Umbrian Olive Oil
Attems Pinot Grigio 2005

Trofie Pasta with Artichoke Sauce and Pecorino
Frescobaldi Castello di Pomino Benefizio Chardonnay 2004

Tagliatta > Sliced Shell Steak with Cherry Tomato Vinaigrette and Swiss Chard Salad with Olives and Grapes
Frescobaldi Tenuta di Castiglioni 2004

Peach Semifreddo with Chocolate Galettes
Frescobaldi Castello di Pomino Vin Santo 2001

Hazelnut Brittle

Wines generously provided by Folio Fine Wine Partners.