An Evening in Romania: Wine & Gastronomy R.AIRE at The Hampton Maid
R.AIRE at The Hampton Maid, the Spanish-inspired restaurant in Hampton Bays led by Executive Chef Alex Bujoreanu, invites guests to a special evening celebrating the flavors, traditions and wine culture of Romania on Thursday, September 24th at 6 p.m. The six-course dinner will showcasing the depth and character of Romanian-inspired cuisine paired with six Romanian wines. The cost is $115 per person and includes gratuity; taxes not included. Reservations may be made here. The menu is as follows:
FIRST
Romanian Mezze
Eggplant confit, white bean hummus, zacusca
Caii de la Letea Princeps Reserva Aligote
SECOND
Centollo
Crab meat, fermented chickpeas, lemon air
Caii de la Letea Princeps Reserva Chardonnay Barrique
THIRD
Saramura
Branzino with grilled vegetables, white wine and spices
DeMatei – Patima Feteasca Regala
FOURTH
Mici
Pork, beef and lamb sausage, Dijon mustard, pickled vegetables, fermented cabbage
Caii de la Letea Epiphanie Feteasca Neagra
FIFTH
Sarmale
Stuffed cabbage with pork, beef and rice, polenta, smoked ribs, sour cream
DeMatei Matei M
SIXTH
Gogsi
House made donuts, chocolate, gelato
DeMatei Patima Tamaioasa Romaneasca