Opera Night at Rustico Italiano
The Artist
Madison Marie McIntosh
Mezzo-soprano Madison Marie McIntosh, winner of the 2020 American Prize in Vocal Performance, has appeared as a soloist at Camegie Hall and performed with companies including Caramoor, the Rossini Opera Festival, Teatro Nuovo, and Sarasota Opera.
A versatile artist, she has premiered numerous new works and recently performed for the Fashion Week Finale at Macy's Herald Square.
The Maestro
Maestro Yinyu Li
Award-winning Chinese-Korean pianist Yinyu Li holds a Master's in Piano Performance from Long Island University, where she won the LIU Post Concerto Competition.
A seasoned educator, her students have gained admission to prestigious institutions like Dreyfoos School of the Arts. She currently serves as the music director for two churches in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.
The Gala Menu
Wine Pairing By Chef Nino
ANTIPASTI
Ragu Beef Meatballs
Ragu beef meatballs in a San Marzano reduction, finished with fresh Ricotta.
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Fiochetti Con Pera
Caramelized pear & ricotta, white wine reduction, toasted pistachio dust.
INSALATE
Insalata Di Burrata con Prosciutto
burrata, Prosciutto di Parma, arugula and aged balsamic glaze.
SECONDI PIATTI
Lasagna Wild Boar
Hearty, Slow-simmered ragu, artisanal egg pasta, nutmeg béchamel.
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Veal Parmegiana
Tender bone-in chop, fresh mozzarella and a vibrant San Marzano tomato sauce.
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Fresh Red Snapper Filet
Fresh Red Snapper, Pan-seared with brown butter, lemon, and aromatic parsley.
DOLCI
Tartufo Gelato
An authentic Dark chocolate molten center, cocoa-dusted exterior.
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Classic Cheesecake
A velvety, citrus zest filling, buttery crust.