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Special Winemaker’s Dinner With Masi Agricola Set For South Granville’s Siena

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Vancouver, BC | Please join us on Wednesday, May 6th for a delicious evening with one of the best producers of Amarone, hosted by J Wheelock, Brand Ambassador for MASI wines.  Tickets to this exclusive five course, wine-paired dinner are $99 each. Call 604-558-1485 to reserve.

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Siena presents: A Winemaker’s Dinner with Masi Agricola
“Modern wines with an ancient heart”

Serego Alighieri Possessioni Bianco 2012
Poached BC Spot Prawns
lemon & parsley butter, baby fennel slaw

Campofiorin Rosso del Veronese 2012
Crimini & Oyster Mushroom Risotto
truffle emulsion, grilled leeks, manchego, porcini tea

Brolo di Campofiorin Oro 2009
Thyme-roasted Pork Tenderloin
pan jus, sautéed apples & cipollini onions

“Costasera” Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 2010
“Vaio Armaron” Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 2005
Braised Boneless Beef Short Rib
rosemary gnocchi, amarone braisage, toasted cauliflower florets

Angelorum Recioto della Valpolicella Classico 2006
Gorgonzola Cheesecake
shortbread crust, balsamic-soaked cherries & pears

DETAILS

1485 West 12th Ave, Van BC, V6H 1M6
Telephone: 604-558-1485
Web: www.eatsiena.com | Facebook | Twitter

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THE PEOPLE

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Owner: Mark Taylor
GM: Tessula Whitford
Chef: Jessica Howery

ABOUT SIENA

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Just off busy “Granville Rise” on West 12th, the gently rustic Siena Trattoria yields a bounty of Italian and Mediterranean flavours, perfect before a show at the nearby Stanley Theatre, or after a day of shopping or gallery-hopping. The room, simply furnished and aglow in saffron and burnt siena tones, bustles with a lively local crowd. This very capable kitchen produces a constantly changing selections of modern and traditional regional dishes. On the menu: all-natural free-range meats, sustainable seafood, fresh house-made pasta, a wealth of small and shared plates and well-priced wines from Italy, Spain and Southern France. The entire wine list if half-price on Monday night. Free Parking.

ACCOLADES

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“A sunny canvass for of a blend of Italian and Spanish tastes in a fun, casual setting, and with an approachable wine list to match.
Lusty, rustic, bare tabled and boisterous. It also brings some much needed Italian and Spanish tastes to the area. Siena seduces South Granville.” | TIM PAWSEY – THE HIRED BELLY / VANCOUVER COURIER

“Perfect before a show at the nearby Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage.” | WHERE MAGAZINE

“Just stepping into the place, I liked Siena. … it was warm and inviting – a good start for a neighbourhood restaurant. My heart skipped a beat when I saw simple but attractive, comfort-style dishes marching out of the kitchen. | MIA STAINSBY – VANCOUVER SUN

“The most inviting South Granville restaurant to open in a long time.” | VANCOUVER MAGAZINE

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