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| Summer is the time to enjoy Panzanella Salad! Served at Lunch and Dinner, the famous Tuscan salad from which we got our name makes the most of local tomatoes and cucumbers at the peak of the season. Tossed with balsamic vinegar and our fabulous bread, Panzanella Salad is what fresh summer flavor is all about. Enjoy the gift of local farm bounty at our Farm Dinners Monday, August 18, Peregrine Farm, 5:30 - 9:00 pm The Farm Dinners have been filling the dining room this summer, and August 18th is certain to be another great night. More |
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 August Farm DinnerMonday, August 18 5:30 - 9:00 pm This evening will feature a special menu created with fresh, local ingredients from Betsy and Alex Hitt of Peregrine Farm. Fifteen miles west of Carrboro, Alex and Betsy Hitt run a small farm that provides a bounty of delicious vegetables, heritage turkeys and spectacular flowers. Since 1982, Peregrine Farm has focused on sustainably growing the highest quality food possible. By definition, sustainable agriculture is environmentally sound, economically viable and socially just. Alex's famously flavorful and colorful peppers and tomatoes will provide much of the inspiration for the August 18th menu. Betsy's glorious flowers will adorn the dining room.  The Monthly Wine Dinnersare taking August off! Tickets are now on sale for September's Wine Dinner: The Wines of Tuscany Monday September 8th 7:00 - 9:30 PM This historical wine region boasts some of the most famous and well-regarded wines in the world. The Sangiovese grape is the heart of all Tuscan red wines. From ripe, juicy and young to elegant, aged and world-class, sangiovese wines are loved by one of the most diverse groups of devoted drinkers from around the world. Are you ready to become one of them? We welcome Mike Tiano of Haw River Wine Man, to take us on a wine tasting tour of this great region, which will also include white and rosé wines. Plenty of delicious food will be served from the Panzanella kitchen to complement these wonderful wines. The cost of this event is $45 per person. Space is limited, so reserve early. Please pay in advance and pick up a ticket for this event at either Panzanella or the customer service desk at Weaver Street Market in Carrboro. |
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 "Preservation" paintings by Mary Charlton Now - September 28, 2008 Public Reception: Monday, August 11, 2008, 5:30 - 7:30 PM Through the paintings in this exhibit, Mary Charlton preserves her memories of animals in their environments and of a rapidly changing lanscape. The buildings and ways of life visible in some of this artwork are identified with a time and place (rural North Carolina) that is still familiar, but losing ground. The paintings reveal emotions, dreams, and the basic elements of life and earth. The artist's themes concern the earth and her creatures, boundaries and freedom. Email Mary Charlton here. |
| Recipe: Panzanella Gazpacho |
 Ingredients1 can whole peeled tomatoes 1 bottle tomato juice 2 peeled cucumbers, cut in a 1 inch dice 1/2 red onion, julienne 2 carrots, 1 inch dice 2 ribs celery, 1 inch dice 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper 2 oz sherry vinegar 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 Tablespoon sugar 2 cups vegetable stock 1 zucchini, fine dice 1 yellow squash, fine dice 5 asparagus spears, fine dice 1 Tablespoon Italian flat leaf parsley, chopped 1 teaspoon oregano, chopped 1 lemon zested 1 teaspoon truffle oil salt and pepper to taste Combine tomato, tomato juice, cucumber, red onion, celery, cayenne, sherry vinegar, garlic and sugar. Puree in a food processor in little batches adding vegetable stock as needed. The end result should be slightly thick. Combine the soup with all of the finely diced vegetables, herbs, lemon zest and truffle oil. Taste and adjust with salt and pepper. |
| Drink Specials |
 Wine SpecialWhile our supply lasts, we'll continue to feature Chateau de Campuget Rosé 2007, made from Grenache Noir (30%) and Syrah (70%). Chateau de Campuget in Costieres de Nimes is a beautiful wine property dating back to 1640, located between Nimes and Arles. Try it with salads or anything you please—a delicious, refreshing, versatile food wine. "Chateau de Campuget is one of the stars of the up and coming appellation of Costieres de Nimes." - Robert Parker Jr. Wine Advocate #117 When the lovely French rosé is gone, we'll be featuring 2006 Monmousseau Vouvray. With a light hay color and aromas of honey and ripe apples, this Chenin Blanc from France's Loire Valley is pleasing and delicate—mildly sweet, mildly acidic—very easy to drink with or without food. The '06 Monmousseau has the characteristic off-dry style, with a silky mouth-feel and flavors of pear, citrus, and sweet apple. A perfect wine for sweeter wine lovers to enjoy that will also please those who generally choose drier whites. Try it with foods that won't overpower it, like the Potato and Fennel Lasagna or the NC Rainbow Trout. $5.50 by glass $27 by bottle On the Bar Recover from the heat and humidity with our Summer Bar Special. Our Pina Colada Martini, made with Absolut vodka, Malibu rum, and a splash of pineapple juice will remind you of chilling on a tropical beach. |