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Thursday: ‘Taste of Romeo’s’ menu: Pasta Rustica & more

The weekly five-course dinners, hosted by chef Romeo Taus and his wife, Janice, in a private dining room, highlight a rotating selection from the regular menu at Romeo’s Euro Cafe in Gilbert.

Feb. 12 “Taste of Romeo’s” menu:

  • Greka: Baked feta cheese with sautéed whole garlic, olives, roasted red peppers, scallions, rosemary, and lemon peel with whole wheat pita chips.
  • Ravioli Salad: Deep-fried cheese-filled ravioli mixed with black olives, bell peppers,tomatoes, Genoa salami, hearts of palm, peas, red onions, and mustard vinaigrette dressing.
  • Chicken Spanaki: Chicken breast, spinach, ricotta, feta, and mozzarella baked in savory marinara.
  • Pasta Rustica: Mild Italian sausage and shrimp with zucchini, mushrooms, and sweet red peppers in basil-pesto cream with ziti.
  • German’s Chocolate Brownies: Dense brownies with chocolate and pecans, topped with coconut.

Dinner starts at 6:30 p.m. Cost is $27 per person plus tax and tip. Add five wine tastes for $10. RSVP: 480-962-4224.

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