FSM x Opera Saratoga Present: Italian 5 Course Wine Dinner

Kick off Opera Saratoga's summer season with a festive Italian wine dinner at Franklin Market, a night of great food and live opera music.

Wine, food, and song — the true elixirs of love.

Celebrate the start of Opera Saratoga’s summer season with an unforgettable evening at Franklin Square Market. This intimate Italian wine dinner features five seasonal courses paired with five exceptional Italian wines, thoughtfully curated and presented by Italian Wine Scholar Annette Tomei.

Throughout the evening, guests will be treated to live opera performances introduced by Opera Saratoga’s Artistic & General Director Mary Birnbaum, bringing the magic of the stage into the warmth of our dining room.

Chef Mark Delos will create a beautifully crafted Italian-inspired menu designed to complement each wine pairing. Guests will dine together at cozy communal tables, making this a festive, shared experience celebrating the flavors and artistry of Italy.

With only 30 seats available, this special evening promises an intimate and memorable start to the opera season.

*Price excludes tax and gratuity.

APERITINI

Hugo Spritz - massenez liqueur de fleur de sureau, prosecco, soda, lemon & mint

Arancini

aborio, saffron, spring pea, pecorino

Mortadella

taleggio , toasted, pistachio pesto

Fagato

chicken liver crostini, pancetta, fried sage, pickled onion

Fava

Cow’s milk ricotta, fava bean mash, ricotta salata

Oliva

Warm marinated olives, rosemary, lemon

ANTIPASTI

Chiarli Lambrusco, "Vecchia Modena" Sobra

Foccacia

housemade, rosemary sea salt, tapaneda, Tuscan oil

Salumi e Formaggi Misti

bresaola, soppressata, speck, finocchiona, coppa, pecorino toscano, grana padano, robiola, gorgonzola, local honey, mostarda

Verdure alla Griglia

mixed charred grilled vegetables

Coccoli Fritti

little fried breads, basil ricotta, prosciutto di parma, balsamico

PRIMI

Badia A Coltibuono, "Chill ya Jolo"

Ragu di Congiglio

Slow-cooked rabbit, guanciale, san marzano, stone ground polenta, aged asiago

Per il Tavolo Risotto

Collar City Mushroom farms misti, asparagus, pecorino

Cacciucco

mussels, clams, haddock, shrimp, tomato broth, crusty garlic ciabatta

SECONDI

Feudi Del Pisciotto Frappato & Sant Antonio, "Nanfre" Valpolicella

Porchetta

pork loin and belly roast, fennel, citrus, garlic, rosemary, dragoncello sauce

Per il Tavolo Caponata

eggplant, vegetables, caper, olives, agrodolce

Frittata di Spaghetti

pasta, basil, parmigiano reggiano, sweet sausage

DOLCI

Selvapiana Vin Santo

Cassata al Forno

cookie crumbs, ricotta, chocolate chips, candied orange, short pastry crumble, sugar snow, blood orange sauce