Dinner with Alan & Sandy

In August 2011, I discovered Dinner with Alan & Sandy at Flavor Bistro in Santa Rosa. Every Thursday night, patrons gather at the communal table and share a four-course dinner with wine pairing for $24.95. How can you beat it? I've been coming every Thursday since. You meet wonderful new friends and share a fabulous meal.

 

 

First course was Seared Dayboat Scallop served in a Salsa di Vino Bianco garnished with Sauteed Organic Endive and Crispy Potatoes, accompanied with 2010 St. Francis Chardonnay. The sauce was amazing with a slight lemon tartness and the scallop was perfectly cooked.

 

Second course was Pan Roasted Garlic-Herb Marinated Quail served wit a Petite Risotto flavored with Onion Confit in a Zinfandel Reduction Sauce, served with 2008 Alexander Valley Vineyards "Redemption" Zinfandel. The quail was perfectly cooked and so moist and the risotto was perfectly al dente.

 

The main course was a Sweet Potato Ravioli topped with a Roast Duck Breast, Toasted Sage and Parmigiano-Reggiano, served with 2008 Allegrini Palazzo Della Torre. The duck was fork tender.

 

Dessert was Chardonnay Poached Pear served in Puff Pastry and filled with Hazelnut-Chocolate Mascarpone Cream, served with 2010 Ceretto Moscato d'Asti. The Ceretto is one of my favorites. Just the right amount of sweetness and bubbly.

Can't wait for next week's dinner.



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