Upcoming Events

About once a quarter, Basilico hosts Wine Dinners: special opportunities to taste some of Giampaolo’s favorite wines, explore regions of Italy, or expressions of a certain grape, and on occasion, he’ll bring out some wine from Washington, Oregon, or other parts of the world. Each course will bring a dish from the region that pairs with the wine, and you’ll have the opportunity to bring some of these wines home with you at the end!

Basilico is open for certain Holidays with a special multi-course menu designed for that event. We are usually open for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Christmas Eve, New Year’s Eve, and Valentine’s Day. Check back here for more information about upcoming Holidays!

Nobody loves their Mamma’s like Italians! For this Mother’s Day, we’ve put together some delightful spring-inspired dishes in a four-course dinner to celebrate all those wonderful women who have helped raise us, comfort us, help us through difficult situations, fed us, admonished us, and loved us. You can choose from delicious options like asparagus ravioli tossed in cherry tomatoes and butter, or braised game hen with lemon and black truffles, or a salad topped with tagliata (sliced grilled steak).

We are happy to accommodate most dietary restrictions, provided you inform us at the time of booking.

This event is not prepaid, but we do ask a for a credit card number to hold your booking. You may cancel without penalty up to 24 hours before your reservation.

The Menu

Your choice of Antipasti

 Carpaccio di Salmone alle Bietole

Thinly sliced salmon, cured in-house with dill and beets, served with sliced fennel, and arugula dressed in lemon and olive oil.

or

Insalata di Mele

Organic greens, apples, aged pecorino cheese, roasted walnuts, pecans, evoo, lemon juice and honey

Your choice of Pasta

Tagliatelle con gamberi, zucchini e crema di astice

Fresh tagliatelle pasta sauteed with shrimp and zucchini in a lobster cream sauce

or

Agnolotti agli asparagi con pomodorini e burro

Agnolotti pasta stuffed with an asparagus filling, and lightly tossed in butter with asparagus and cherry tomatoes.

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Gnocchi ai quattro formaggi e salsicce

Fresh gnocchi sauteed in a rich sauce of four cheeses (fontina, gorgonzola, parmigiano, and pecorino romano) and crumbled sausage (made in-house).

Your choice of Secondi

Merluzzo Nero al pesto con cappesanta

Oven-baked black cod, topped with fresh pesto and served with a sea diver scallop.  Seasonal sides and vegetables.

or

Galletto al limone e tartufo

Braised Game Hen in a bright lemon sauce with black truffle paste.  Seasonal sides and vegetables.

or

Insalata con Tagliata di bistecca

Prime Black Angus tri-tip steak, grilled and sliced and served on top of a salad of organic greens, arugula, fennel and tossed with EVOO, lemon juice and orange balsamic.

Your Choice of Dolce

Tiramisu alle Fragole e Gocce di Cioccolato

Tiramisu with strawberry and chocolate drops

or

Torta di ricotta al limone

Crispy tart shell filled with sweet and tangy ricotta and topped with lemon glaze.

About once a year, Giampaolo hosts a cooking class for small group of about 10-12 people. He will teach a technique from Italian cuisine, such has making your own pasta by hand, stuffing ravioli, getting the perfect risotto, and each person gets to participate in preparing a full, delicious dish. Afterwards, sit down together, and enjoy the meal you’ve created, and take home a printed copy of your recipe.