How to Cook a Wolf Welcomes G.D. Vajra

Join the How to Cook a Wolf crew for a special evening with one of their favorite producers, G.D. Vajra. Chef Nicole Matson will prepare a late summer feast paired to six expressions of Nebbiolo, with two stunning Barolos side-by-side for the main event, and a Barolo Chinato for dessert. Francesca Vajra will be at the dinner to talk about her wines.

Cost is $150 per person, plus tax and service charge. Seating is limited to 25 at a communal table and 10 at the counter. For reservations, book online or call 206.838.8090.

What: G.D. Vajra Dinner
Where: How to Cook a Wolf
When: Thurs, September 27; 6pm reception, 6:30pm seated dinner
Why: Nebbiolo + Barolo = Happiness
Cost: $150 per person, plus tax and service charge
Reservations: 206.838.8090 | Book Online

Here’s the menu:

Reception

nv GD Vajra 'Della Neve' Sparkling Rosé Nebbiolo|Pinot Noir

Shigoku Oyster, Elderberry Mignonette                        
Hot Coppa, Torta Fritta                                      
Olives

First

2016 GD Vajra 'JC Claret' Nebbiolo

Grilled Chicories, Fig, Hazelnut Pangrattato, Sherry Vinaigrette
Carne Cruda, Pickled Onion, Anchovy Vinaigrette, Rye Crostini Matsutake
Carpaccio, Pecorino Toscano
Roasted Eggplant, Sauce Tonnato, Capers
Heirloom Tomato, Olive Tapenade, Burnt Honey Vinaigrette

Second

2016 GD Vajra Langhe Nebbiolo

Agnolotti del Plin, Pork Trotter, Taleggio Crema White Truffle Risotto, Parmesan, Thyme

Third

2013 GD Vajra 'Albe' Barolo
2013 Luigi Baudana Serralunga d'Alba Barolo

Osso Bucco, Tomato, Root Vegetables, Gremolata  
Shelling Beans, Roasted Peppers, Fennel Sofritto
Duck Breast, Huckleberry Agrodolce
Roasted Potato, Giardiniera, Hard Herbs

Dessert

GD Vajra Barolo Chinato

Chef's choice