Special Events at Basilico
Whether you are joining us for a wine dinner, a special holiday, or would like to host a group for your own special event, Basilico is proud to offer a carefully crafted menu and excellent customer service to make your evening special.
Upcoming Events
Wine Dinners
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!
Winter Wine Dinner: February 2nd, 2025 @ 5pm
“Up and Down the Alps: or, What do we eat after skiing?”
$118/person (all-inclusive with tax and gratuity)
Giampaolo has put together some wonderful dishes meant to warm you from the inside and replenish all those calories burned on the slopes (or from just shivering), paired with a white and some reds from the Northern regions, as well as one red from Puglia (because, why not?). We'll start with a dry Lambrusco, noted for its distinct floral scent, and finish with a very special Vin Santo made with Sangiovese grapes.
Book your table by January 23rd, and receive one $20 gift certificate per guest to return on any weeknight.
We are always happy to accomodate dietary restrictions, provided you inform us at the time of booking.
This event is pre-paid, and fully refundable up to 48 hours before the event. After that, we are happy to send you a gift certificate for the full amount to return another day.
Menu
TENUTA SETTECANI Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro DOB Secco
Frico’ Morbido con Pancetta e Patate
Soft frico’ (cheesy frittata/omelette) with pancetta, potato and cabbagge.
2023 Friulano DOC – Colutta – Friuli Venezie Giulia
Canederli Tirolesi
Dumpling soup made with Canederli dumplings (similar to matzo balls, originating in Tirolo on the border of Italy and Austria) with speck and chives in a duck broth.
GIORGIO COLUTTA Refosco DOC 2020, Friuli Venezie Giulia
Spatzle alle Bietole e spinaci con Ragu di Anatra
Beet and Spinach Spatzle with a tomato-based duck ragu.
MICHELE BIANCARDI Milleceppi IGT 2020, Puglia
Costolette di Cervo ai Mirtilli, Polenta Taragna con Salsicce Luganega
Roasted Elk with Blueberry Sauce, Buckwheat and corn Polenta with Luganega Sausage
Poggio la Noce - 2015 Vin Santo Occhio di Pernice, Tuscany
Torta Elvezia Mantovana
Classic dessert from Mantova: almond dacquoise layered with zabaione and buttercream.
Holidays
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!
Jazz Nights
Live music is back most Fridays. Check in advance at the moment of reservation
Cooking Classes
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.
Reserve Your Own Event
Do you have an important marker to celebrate in your life? Does your business want to treat your employees or your clients? We have several options for your special dinners or lunches, and can prepare a custom menu for you. We can accommodate mid to large sized groups of 8-20 during restaurant hours, or a group of up to 48 people can book the entire restaurant for a private party. Prices depend on the day, time of year, size of group, and style of meal you would like.
Call (360)570-8777 or Email basilicooly@gmail.com to learn more.