July 30, 2008 at 5:42pm
KEN SWARNER: MERENDE MENU PEEK >>>
I interviewed Chef Jeff Bishop for tomorrow’s Weekly Volcano. Among other things, we chatted about his soon to open Il Trattoria di Merende in the old Vin Grotto space at Eighth and Pacific Avenue in downtown Tacoma.
Bishop, a seasoned chef with strong ties to the area was kind enough to give us all a sneak peak at his menu. I offer you a glimpse of it below.
~ primi~
strazzopreti e faso’
hand rolled pasta, braised borlotti beans, pancetta, chopped herbs.
$17
cappellini al pomodoro
tomatoes, basil leaves, garlic, perlini mozzarella, extra virgin olive oil.
$15
linguine vongole
local clams, garlic, basil, hot pepper flakes, butter, cinzano and herbed crostini.
$19
tagliatelle bolognese
hearty meat ragout, cream, nutmeg, parmesan reggiano.
$16
~ carne ~
barolo braised beef short ribs
slow cooked boneless ribs, chestnut potato puree, pan reduction sauce, sautéed beet greens.
$26
rabbit and chanterelle risotto
tender rabbit, locally foraged mushrooms, creamy goat cheese, carnaroli rice.
$22
~ dolce ~
tiramisu
espresso dipped lady fingers ,sweet mascarpone, kahula brandy whipped cream.
$7
orange saffron cake
frangelico whipped crema, candied hazelnuts.
$7
zabaglione
Muscat wine, fresh berries, house made biscotti.
$7
caprese torta
chocolate almond flourless cake, amaretto whipped cream, fresh berries.
$7
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