A Passion for Pasta
Signature Series by Fontainebleau Las Vegas
In honor of National Pasta Day, Signature Series by Fontainebleau presented the “art of pasta” with detailed demonstrations of handmade and extruded styles which was led by acclaimed Italian-born Chef Stefano Chiarugi.
Attendees were able to learn more about pasta from the Chef and watch him demonstrate how to make the various pastas. We were able to then practice hand-rolling trofie, prepare the tortelli filling, and hand-form the tortelli by folding the dough over to form a half moon, then drawing the two corners together to form a rounded bonnet-shape.
A fabulous three-course pasta dinner followed the demonstration. The menu included the pasta shapes, pesto, and pumpkin filling learned in the class. The classic Italian wine pairing was courtesy of Fontainebleau Las Vegas Master Sommelier Kevin Reilly.
A PASSION FOR PASTA
with Executive Chef Stefano Chiarugi
ANTIPASTI
Saffron Arancini and Gorgonzola Cheese
Loaded Focaccia Pugliese
Caramelized Fresh Fig and Prosciutto di Parma
served with
Aperol Spritz
PASTA MENU
Trofie Pasta with Creamy Basil Pesto
Confit Cherry Tomatoes, Smoked Provola Cheese
Tortelli Filled with Roasted Pumpkin and Bufala Ricotta
in Brown Butter Sage Sauce
Chitarra Pasta with Black Truffle-Braised Duck Ragu
Aged Parmesan Cheese
Focaccia Romana for the Table
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