The Baja Experience at The Tasting Kitchen Online Sale

For two nights only, The Tasting Kitchen welcomes Monte Xanic winery and their iconic Valle de Guadalupe restaurant Artio for a one of a kind presentation of the culinary and viticultural traditions of one of the most exciting emerging culinary regions in the world. Introducing:

THE BAJA EXPERIENCE

In recent years, Valle de Guadalupe in Baja, Mexico has become an emergent global food and wine epicenter. On October 2nd and 3rd, join us for a five course menu designed by Chef Travis Passerotti in collaboration with Chef Viko Morales of Valle de Guadalupe s iconic restaurant Artio, showcasing flavors and wines from the Baja region. Known for their commitment to quality and sustainability, Monte Xanic produces some of the most delicious, unique, and award-winning wines in Mexico.

THE MENU 

Enjoy a five course presentation of the flavors of Valle, with optional wine pairings featuring the award-winning Monte Xanic labels with each course.

Raw Bar

 

• Kampachi Crudo – charred avocado, citrus dashi tapioca pearls, heirloom tomato aguachile, cilantro blossoms

• Appetizers

   

  • California King Crab and Sea Urchin Toast – lemon brown butter dress, sourdough, borage flowers, chile threads
  • Duck Carnitas Tostada with Mole Verde – sliced daikon radishes, pickled red onions, charred habanero salsa

  • Entrees

     

    • Arroz Meloso – 12hrs braised oxtail, parmeggiano reggiano cream sauce, lemon herb pangratatto
    • Seasonal Seafood Fideo – Spanish chorizo, artichokes confit, cara cara orange alioli, grilled meyer lemon

    • Main Course

       

      • Flannery California Reserve Dry Aged Ribeye – umami compound butter

      • Side Dishes

         

        • Grilled Broccolini
        • Roasted Sun Chokes – fried parsley

        • Dessert

           

          • Guava Sorbet – ginger lemongrass simple syrup, guava merengue
          • Sheep Cheese Fondant – caramelized figs, Pedro Ximenez reduction, shaved marcona almonds

          • Full cocktail and wine menu available a la cartes, as well as Monte Xanic wine pairing for $45 and Reserve pairing for $70.

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            WHAT: The Baja Experience: 5 course prix fixe dinner experience with optional wine pairing, $165 per person (gratuity not included)

            WHEN: Sunday October 2nd and Monday October 3rd, seatings from 5:00 to 10:00 PM 

            WHERE: The Tasting Kitchen, 1633 Abbot Kinney Blvd, Venice, CA 90291

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            *Tickets are non-refundable within 24 hours of the reservation time*