Thursday Sips & Nibbles

I'm back again with a new edition of Sips & Nibbles, my regular column where I highlight some interesting, upcoming food and drink events. I hope everyone dines out safely, tips well and are nice to their servers.
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1) Prezza, an excellent North End eatery, invites guests to their exclusive 3 B’s Wine Dinner on Wednesday, February 26th, at 6:30 PM. Indulge in some of Italy’s renowned wines: Barolo, Barbaresco and Brunello, and discover which reigns as the true king of Italian wines. The evening features five courses, each paired with premium Italian wines. From rich duck to tender veal, these luxurious dishes are crafted to elevate the flavors of each wine, offering a unique dining experience.

The 3 B’s Wine Dinner 5 courses are listed below:
First: Vitello Tonnato served with 2022 Ceretto Arneis ‘Blange’
Secondi: Polenta cake, Taleggio cheese, caramelized onions with mushroom and herbs, paired with 2020 Ceretto Barbaresco Classico and 2021 Ceretto Barbaresco ‘Bernadot’ cru
Pasta: Lumache duck carbonara, guincale, pecorino Romano, egg and duck, paired with 2019 Ceretto Barolo Classico and 2020 Ceretto Barolo ‘Bussia’ cru
Entree: Roasted Veal loin with potato au gratin and roasted fennel, served with 2019 San Polo Brunello Classico and 2018 San Polo Brunello Riserva
Dessert: Moscato Zabaglione, Berries and amaretti cookies paired with 2023 Ceretto Moscato

Reservations can be made via Resy.

2) This Saturday, February 15, from 1-4pm, come join me at Victoria Hill Wine, Spirits & Gourmet, in Melrose, to celebrate the 6th Month Anniversary of their new ownership. We shall hold a special wine tasting, with 6 wines, including some of the hottest wines we have tasted during the last six months. These will be wines sure to please and which you'll want to share with friends and family. 

Personally, on February 18, will be my own 13th Anniversary of working at the wine shop. And I hope to be working there for many more years to come. Hope to see many of you at the wine tasting on Saturday.