G-PZYQGERCM4

This week’s ‘Taste of Romeo’s’ menu: Chocolate-Dipped Florentines

Gilbert, AZChocolate-dipped Florentines (pictured) will be the finale of the five featured dishes at this week’s “Taste of Romeo’s Euro Cafe” dinner at 6:30 p.m. Thursday.

The dinners, hosted by chef Romeo Taus and his wife, Janice, highlight a rotating selection from the Gilbert restaurant’s regular menu.

“Taste of Romeo’s” menu

  • Asparagus Puffs: Asparagus, Swiss and Ricotta cheeses, almonds and garlic in a puff pastry with ranch dressing.
  • Ravioli Salad: Deep-fried cheese-filled ravioli, mixed with Romano-parmesan, black olives, bell peppers, tomatoes, Genoa salami, hearts of palm, peas, and red onions, tossed in mustard-vinaigrette dressing.
  • Stuffed Shells Spinachi: Pasta shells stuffed with spinach and cheese blend then baked in homemade marinara.
  • Salmon La Scala: Salmon fillet grilled with fresh dill and balsamic vinegar. Served with sautéed roasted red peppers, red bell peppers, crushed red pepper, capers and pine nuts.
  • Chocolate-Dipped Florentines

Cost is $25 per person, and you can add five wine tastings for another $8. RSVP: 480-962-4224.

(Also: Romeo’s will open at 11 a.m. Sunday – an hour earlier than usual – for Mother’s Day.)

Related: Romeo Taus ‘engineers’ culinary success with Euro Cafe

Subscribe to the free MXSW Daily Email here for the latest news about food & drink in the Phoenix metro area.