Food & Wine Dinner at Rosso

Guests will enjoy a delicious six course meal prepared by Chef-Owner Kristian Niemi, Executive Chef Henry Griffin and their culinary team. Kennett Distributors will pair wines from various regions of Italy with each course. Ken Kennett, President & CEO of Kennett Distributors, will educate guests about the wines. The dinner begins at 6:30 p.m. and the cost is $100 per person. All proceeds assist the Community Foundation in awarding grants to nonprofit organizations in the Midlands.

Reception
Antipasti
Abbazia Prosecco, Piemonte

First Course
Ligurian Seafood Salad of Wood-Grilled Calamari, Shrimp, Mussels and Clams with Cannellini Beans
Cantine Bonacchi Vernaccia di San Gimignano, Toscana

Second Course
Brick Oven-Roasted Grouper over Lobster Risotto with Herb Butter
De Valier Soave del Veneto

Third Course
Braised Duck Tortellini with Wild Mushroom Pan Sauce and Parmigiano-Reggiano
De Valier Valpolicella Ripasso, Veneto

Fourth Course
Wood-Grilled Angus Filet Mignon with Pomegranate Sauce, Herbed Farro and Grilled Vegetables
Rocca dei Pupi Lago Nero Syrah, Sicilia

Fifth Course
Nutella Crepes with Warm Cherry Sauce and Vanilla Gelato
Abbazia Brachetto, Piemonte

Tickets are available online at https://www.yourfoundation.org/newsandevents/purchasetickets.aspx.