Fresno, one of East Hampton’s best kept secrets, will host a Beaujolais Wine Dinner on Monday, November 11. The first glass of wine will be poured at 6 a.m. and the evening will feature five courses and each course will be paired with a Beaujolais wine. Cost is $115 per person, which includes tax and gratuity. Reservations are recommended and can be made by calling the restaurant directly at 631-324-8700. The menu, subject to change, includes:
Passed Hors d’oeuvres
Rosette de Lyon
traditional Beaujolais Saucisson with Cornichon
Pissaladiere
thin crust, caramelized onion, nicoise olive and anchovies
Poisson Cru
raw local fish, shaved fennel, radish, capers and white asparagus vinaigrette
Seated
First Course
Salade Lyonaise
frisée, endive, arugula with lardon, poached egg, warm mustard vinaigrette and crouton
Second Course
Pan Roasted Local Striped Bass
Balsam veggies, smoked eggplant purée, charred tomato oil and zuccini
Third Course
Coq au Vin
bacon, mushrooms and pearl onion
Fourth Course
St. Marcellin
local honey
Fifth Course
Espresso Pots au Crème
For reservations or more information, call Fresno at (631) 324-8700.