In addition to the restaurant and hotel, Il Bottaccio also caters large events in the Tuscan area. A few days ago we prepared an array of items for a large party at a local art gallery. With 50+ guests, we had to prepare a lot of food that still had exquisite quality.
Executive Chef/Owner of Il Bottaccio Nino Mosca craftily picked out dishes to prepare that aren't on the menu at Il Bottaccio. Using influences from Thailand, we made several rice dishes that varied in flavor. One dish consisted of basmati rice flavored with coconut milk another included rice with sauteed veggies in a tomato sauce seasoned with tumeric, smoked paprika, and cumin.
The party buffet included only "finger foods" so rice was put in shot classes, a tropical fruit salad, and a variety of crackers with spreads were made. One of which included a shrimp paste. Another bite size appetizer was smoked tuna marianted in lemon, salt, pepper, and seasoning and then topped with a tomato and avocado salad. I think that was my absolute favorite.
Keeping the menu playful and exciting made this catering job a success. The flavors were fresh and different from from what we are normally use to seeing in the region. Everything tasted great and we had a blast making it together. I only wish I could have gone to the party at the art gallery!
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