Celebrate one of Italy’s most extravagant feasts with an unforgettable dinner at Il Palio. Hosted by Chef Teddy Diggs, the Celebration of Carnevale will encompass all of the flavors and festivities of Martedi Grasso (Fat Tuesday) in divine Italian fashion. The evening will feature a hand-selected menu inspired by the celebrations that will be held across Italy, from Venice and Milan to the villages of Naples and Sicily. The night will begin at 6:30 p.m. with a cocktail reception followed by a multi-course menu infused with regional Italian flavors. Tickets are available for $94 and include food, beverage pairings, tax and gratuity. Call 919-918-2545 to make reservations.

Menu:

Cocktail Time

Suppli di Telefono

Crocchè di Patate

iCracker con Ricotta di Bufala

Antipasti

Insalata di Mare (Chilled Italian Seafood Salad)

Polenta Bianco e Fagioli in Umido (White Polenta, Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, beans)

La Grande Lasagna di Carnevale (Typical lasagna of a Neapolitan Carnevale celebration)

Dessert

Fritelle (Fried pastry with sugar)

Panna Cotta alla Menta con Salsa di Cioccolato (Mint Panna Cotta with Chocolate Sauce)