Braised Wagyu Shortrib, Grilled Portabello Mushroom and Chantrelle Arborio Risotto
Experience Michaelangelo's Abruzzo Wine Dinner on August 26, 2026. Enjoy a five-course Italian dinner expertly paired with premium Abruzzo wines from Barone Importers.
Experience the rich culinary traditions of Italy's Abruzzo region at Michaelangelo's exclusive Abruzzo Wine Dinner, presented by Barone Importers, on Wednesday, August 26, 2026. The evening begins with hors d'oeuvres at 6:30 PM, followed by a carefully curated five-course dinner at 7:00 PM, featuring authentic regional cuisine expertly paired with exceptional wines from Tenuta del Priore and Marramiero.
Guests will enjoy Burrata with grilled artichokes and citrus vinaigrette, handcrafted square spaghetti with Cacio e Pepe, ricotta cavatelli with a traditional three-meat ragù, braised Wagyu short rib with wild mushroom risotto, and a classic Affogato featuring Punch Abruzzo and espresso. Each course is thoughtfully paired with premium Pecorino, Trebbiano, and Montepulciano d'Abruzzo wines that showcase the distinctive flavors of one of Italy's most celebrated wine regions.
Reservations are required. $125 per person (tax and gratuity not included). Join us for an unforgettable evening of exceptional Italian food, world-class wines, and authentic hospitality in Cleveland's Little Italy.
Hors d’Oeuvres at 6:30, Dinner at 7:00
Antipasto
Burrata Cheese, Grilled Artichoke, Arugula and Citrus Vinaigrette
Tenuta del Priore, “Campotino” Pecorino Terre d’ Abruzzo, IGT ‘24
Primo
Square Spaghetti Pasta, “Cacio e Pepe” Micro Parsley and Pecorino Romano Cream
Tenuta del Priore,”Col del Mondo” Sunnae Trebbiano d’ Abruzzo, DOC ‘25
Pasta
Ricotta Cavatelli Pasta “Sugo Tre Carni” Lamb, Veal and Pork Ragù
Tenuta del Priore, “Campotino” Montepulciano d’ Abruzzo, DOC ‘22
Tenuta del Priore, “Col del Mondo” Sunnae Montepulciano d’ Abruzzo, DOC ‘23
Secondo
Braised Wagyu Shortrib, Grilled Portabello Mushroom and Chantrelle Arborio Risotto
Marramiero “Inferi” Montepulciano d’ Abruzzo, Riserva ‘20
Dolce
Vanilla Gelato “Affogato” Drowned in Punch Abruzzo and Espresso
$125 per person does not include tax or gratuity
Executive Chef
Michael Annandono
Chef de Cuisine
John Mechling