Il Leone Mastrantonio (Cape Town)
Mon Nov 13, 12:00 - Sun Nov 19, 22:00
Il Leone Mastrantonio
ABOUT
An exclusive gathering of culinary maestros
As part of the 8th Week of Italian Cuisine in the World, Italian restaurants from all over South Africa will host genuine Italian food tasting and wine pairing.
Il Leone Mastrantonio joined this initiative
8th Week of Italian Cuisine in the World - Dining with the Italian cuisine: well-being with taste
For more info about the event click here: https://cucina2023.embassyofitaly.co.za/
Dates available at Il Leone Mastrantonio:
- Tuesday 14 Nov: 19:00
- Wednesday 15 Nov: 19.00
Il Leone Mastrantonio Menu:
Appetizer
Caprese di burrata (V)
Slices of tomato and mozzarella with fresh basil and olive oil dressing
Melanzane alla parmigiana (V)
Oven baked brinjals with mozzarella and parmesan cheese in tomato sauce
Insalata ascolana (V)
Rocket, fennel bulb, cherry tomatoes and grana padano shavings
Carpaccio di pesce
Fish of the day thinly sliced, topped with capers and drizzled with an olive oil and lemon dressing
Polpette di vitello
Veal meatballs topped with parmesan and parsley
Ceviche di pesce
Fresh fish cooked in lime juice with a hint of chili
(Wine tasting: 'Sella & Mosca – Vermentino di Sardegna' )
Starter
Ravioli ricotta e spinaci
Homemade spinach and ricotta pasta parcels in a Neapolitan sauce.
(Wine tasting: 'Banfi – La Pettegola Vermentino Toscana' )
Main
Pesce del giorno
Fresh grilled linefish of the day
OR
Tagliata alla Mastrantonio
Medallions of grilled sirloin steak (300g) topped with fresh rocket
OR
Corona di vitello alla griglia
Grilled veal rack (300g)
(Wine tasting: 'Colosi – Salina Rosso' )
Dessert
Tiramisù e Frutta
Homemade Italian specialty served with fruit.
Note: Wine tasting included, tips and drinks excluded
ABOUT THE 8TH WEEK OF ITALIAN CUISINE IN THE WORLD
“La Settimana della Cucina Italiana nel Mondo”:
A Celebration of Italian Culinary Excellence
Celebrating tradition and well-being
The “Week of Italian Cuisine in the World” is an annual event, organized globally by the Italian diplomatic network, aimed at promoting Italy’s culinary and agro-food traditions. This year 8th edition, scheduled from the 13th to the 19th of November 2023, will be held under the theme: “A tavola con la cucina italiana: il benessere con gusto” (Dining with Italian cuisine: well-being with taste).
A deep, multi-dimensional culinary journey
The event provides an unparalleled foray into the cultural, economic, and scientific facets of Italian gastronomy, paying homage to its rich historical lineage. It promotes the virtues of the Mediterranean Diet, highlighting the importance of adopting a balanced, health-conscious approach to dining. At the heart of this is the use of top quality ingredients, carefully combined in traditional and regional Italian dishes and recipes.
An exclusive gathering of culinary maestros
Italian restaurants in Pretoria, Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban will host genuine Italian food tasting and wine pairing, curating an exquisite three or four-course dinner. Though each restaurant will unfurl its unique identity, rooted in tradition, regional nuances, and culinary diversity, their menus will predominantly stress the Mediterranean Diet’s salutary influence, uniting gourmet quality with a healthful lifestyle. Selected Italian wines, provided by local importers who have joined this esteemed initiative, will therefore complement each menu.