Hadrian's to host unique Italian and Scottish culinary evening
Hadrian's - The Balmoral's buzzy Brasserie - will host an exclusive food and wine pairing event on 13 July 2006, to celebrate the creative union of Italian wine with Scottish cuisine.
Hadrian's is delighted to welcome The Contessa Maria Cristina Rizzardi of the Guerrieri Rizzardi Vineyards who will personally introduce a selection of her finest wines. Jeff Bland, The Balmoral's Michelin-starred Executive Chef, has created an inspiring four-course gourmet menu to accompany the wines, including Scottish delicacies such as Hot Smoked Salmon topped with Skye Crab, and Blairgowrie Raspberries and Strawberries with Heather Honey Sauce.
The Guerrieri Rizzardi vineyards are situated on the banks of the picturesque Lake Garda in the historic wine-growing Veneto region in Italy. The vineyards were founded as a result of the union of two ancient wine producers: the oldest estate, belonging to the Counts Guerrieri, was founded in 1450 and it is in their original building in Bardolino that the firm is now based. The second estate belonged to the Counts Rizzardi who acquired their vineyards in 1678. The vineyards are now overseen by the family of The Contessa Maria Cristina Rizzardi, who produce the Veronese wines of Bardolino, Valpolicella, Soave and Dolcè.
Stefan Gross, Hadrian's Manager commented: "I am delighted that The Contessa has selected Hadrian's, to introduce her wines to our customers. It is very exciting that we are able to combine delicious Scottish ingredients with the wine-producing talents of Italy, for what will be a unique opportunity for Edinburgh diners to experience."
This special evening will start at 7.00pm on 13 July 2006. The menu costs £45.00 per person, which includes a welcome reception, a sumptuous four-course gourmet menu, including a glass of wine per course as presented by The Contessa, after-dinner liqueur and tea or coffee.
Advance bookings are necessary - please call Hadrian's on 0131 557 5000.
Full menu details:
Emma Offord or Jessica Trotter in The Balmoral's Press Office: 0131 622 8805/8825 or press@roccofortecollection.com.
Hadrian's is delighted to welcome The Contessa Maria Cristina Rizzardi of the Guerrieri Rizzardi Vineyards who will personally introduce a selection of her finest wines. Jeff Bland, The Balmoral's Michelin-starred Executive Chef, has created an inspiring four-course gourmet menu to accompany the wines, including Scottish delicacies such as Hot Smoked Salmon topped with Skye Crab, and Blairgowrie Raspberries and Strawberries with Heather Honey Sauce.
The Guerrieri Rizzardi vineyards are situated on the banks of the picturesque Lake Garda in the historic wine-growing Veneto region in Italy. The vineyards were founded as a result of the union of two ancient wine producers: the oldest estate, belonging to the Counts Guerrieri, was founded in 1450 and it is in their original building in Bardolino that the firm is now based. The second estate belonged to the Counts Rizzardi who acquired their vineyards in 1678. The vineyards are now overseen by the family of The Contessa Maria Cristina Rizzardi, who produce the Veronese wines of Bardolino, Valpolicella, Soave and Dolcè.
Stefan Gross, Hadrian's Manager commented: "I am delighted that The Contessa has selected Hadrian's, to introduce her wines to our customers. It is very exciting that we are able to combine delicious Scottish ingredients with the wine-producing talents of Italy, for what will be a unique opportunity for Edinburgh diners to experience."
This special evening will start at 7.00pm on 13 July 2006. The menu costs £45.00 per person, which includes a welcome reception, a sumptuous four-course gourmet menu, including a glass of wine per course as presented by The Contessa, after-dinner liqueur and tea or coffee.
Advance bookings are necessary - please call Hadrian's on 0131 557 5000.
Full menu details:
Prosecco di Valdobbiadene DOC,
Guerrieri Rizzardi and Canapés
**
Hot Smoked Scottish Salmon topped with Skye Crab,
Saffron Jus and Baby Vine Tomatoes
with
''Costeggiola'' Soave DOCG Classico Superiore 2005,
a single vineyard Soave from the Rizzardi Estate
**
Roast Baby Beef Fillet, Woodland Mushrooms,
Aubergine Gâteau with a Light Red Wine Jus
with
''Munus'' Bardolino DOCG Classico Superiore 2004,
a single vineyard Bardolino from the Rizzardi Estate
**
Taleggio, Gorgonzola and Parmiggiano Reggiano
with
Recioto di Soave, Docg Classico 2003
**
Blairgowrie Raspberries and Strawberries,
with White Chocolate Ice-Cream and Heather Honey Sauce
with
Recioto Di Soave Docg Classico 2003
**
Agrumino del Garda ''Le Cedraie'', a liqueur made from
lemons, limes and bitter oranges from Lake Garda, served with tea or coffee
For further details on this event please contact:Guerrieri Rizzardi and Canapés
**
Hot Smoked Scottish Salmon topped with Skye Crab,
Saffron Jus and Baby Vine Tomatoes
with
''Costeggiola'' Soave DOCG Classico Superiore 2005,
a single vineyard Soave from the Rizzardi Estate
**
Roast Baby Beef Fillet, Woodland Mushrooms,
Aubergine Gâteau with a Light Red Wine Jus
with
''Munus'' Bardolino DOCG Classico Superiore 2004,
a single vineyard Bardolino from the Rizzardi Estate
**
Taleggio, Gorgonzola and Parmiggiano Reggiano
with
Recioto di Soave, Docg Classico 2003
**
Blairgowrie Raspberries and Strawberries,
with White Chocolate Ice-Cream and Heather Honey Sauce
with
Recioto Di Soave Docg Classico 2003
**
Agrumino del Garda ''Le Cedraie'', a liqueur made from
lemons, limes and bitter oranges from Lake Garda, served with tea or coffee
Emma Offord or Jessica Trotter in The Balmoral's Press Office: 0131 622 8805/8825 or press@roccofortecollection.com.
