For 1 week each month, Vallozzis Pittsburgh is exploring exploring wine makers and cuisine from various regions in Italy. A special prix-fixe menu will be available with expert wine pairings for each mouthwatering course. Simply make your regular dinner reservation and select the Regional Wine Pairing Prix-Fixe Menu when you arrive. For dates, menus, and details, visit vallozzis.com
Abruzzo Regional Menu
Prix Fixe $55
Add Wine Pairing $30
The traditional cuisine of Abruzzo; it is very wide and is originally from the traditions of both pastoral and mountainous inland areas that marinate in the coastal zone; among the foods most commonly used are: bread, pasta, meat, cheese and wine. The isolation that has characterized the region for decades has ensured that it maintained a culinary art alive and independent. Abruzzo boasts a cuisine distinct within Italy, well known for its variety and richness owing to the heterogeneity of its territory. The mountainous, agricultural, and coastal aspects of Abruzzo have contributed to its cuisine. Due to the mountains themselves, much of Abruzzese cuisine grew separated from the influence of international commerce and civilization until the 20th century, fostering a unique culinary tradition.
~ antipasti ~
Scripelle ~ smoked chicken crepes, wild mushrooms, spinach, roasted tomato sauce
N’duja Raviolo ~ cherry tomato, arugula, egg, pecorino
Antipasta di Fegatini ~ chicken liver pate, grilled bread, arugula, pistachio pesto, scamorza
Fried Artichoke ~ smoked tomato chutney
*2014 Collefrisio Vinaquadra Passerina
~ primi ~
Lentil and Pastina Soup
Marinated Mushrooms ~ white anchovies, capers, romaine
Polpette di Quaglia in Brodo ~ quail meatballs, broth, stracciatella
*2013 Per Linda Trebbiano d’Abruzzo
~ secondi ~
Polpi in Purgatorio ~ grilled octopus, saffron risotto, tomato, peppers
Pizza Fritti ~ lamb sausage ragu
Baccala in Umido ~ fresh shrimp, potatoes, evoo, garlic, chili, black olive, onion
Gnocchi Carrati ~ bacon and pecorino infused gnocchi, cream, roasted bone-in short rib
*2013 Cataldi Madonna Malandrino Montepulciano
~ dolci ~
Pitzelle ~ chocolate, chick pea mousse, cherry compote
Plate of Traditional Wedding Cookies
*2013 Cataldi Madonna Cerasuolo Rose
Executive Chef ~ Josiah Henry
Chef de Cuisine ~ Steve Lanzilotti
Pastry Chef ~ Tabrina Avery