Congratulations to Kim Killiam, winner of complimentary Sweeney Todd tickets, donated by the Saint John Theatre Company. It runs tonight through Saturday and if you are not familiar with Sweeney Todd (the Demon Barber of Fleet Street), let’s just say it will give you pause the next time you get a haircut or eat pie. 😉
Congrats again to Kim. And if you’re taking in this wonderful musical, why not plan on having some lovely Italian dining before the show with Italian by Night? Just a thought!
This a quick reminder of our special New Year’s Eve dinner at Italian by Night with a special 7:00pm seating. We’re really looking forward to it.
For a look at the New Year’s Eve dinner menu, just follow this menu link.
There are still seats left so if you’re inclined to join us, please call the Deli at 652-3354 and ask to reserve a seat.
We’re looking forward to a great evening and hope you can join us!
One other reminder, Urban Deli and Italian by Night will be closed January 1st AND 2nd. We reopen with our regular hours Thursday, January 3rd, 2013. Have a fabulous evening tonight and all the best in the New Year!
It truly is a great time of year and the colours of the trees that line the highways and country roads easily translate to a similar abundance; the flavours you’ll find on our Italian by Night (IbN) Autunno Menu.
The team is back to work; Michelle & Kim are working hard in the kitchen preparing for our new menu. One of their favourites? They say if you want to start with a melt in your mouth flavour, start with our Insalata D’ Autunno: Warm caramelized pears on fresh greens topped with Gorgonzola and walnuts.
Sharing is a great way to go! Try our Aracini or Bruschetta board that changes slightly in its presentation and ingredients each season.
The lasagna (La Gran Lasagne) is one of a kind! You can order it in Italy or at Italian by Night. What makes it great is the preparation; layers of house made pasta and IbN meatballs, scratch balsamella, tomatoes and loaded with cheese.
For autumn we’ve introduced a four course (quattro corso) menu offering. We’re excited to offer our customers an opportunity to eat their way through our menu, similar to an authentic Italian dining experience. We know you’ll leave happy and full!
As always, gluten-free pasta is available and there are so many dishes available to you on all our menus. Vegetarian? We can easily make your dining experience a great one!
Since introducing our Italian by Night in February 2012 you’ve asked for us to be open for dinner on Saturday evenings. Now we are and we hope to see you soon! Reservations are recommended but you can certainly take your chances and drop in. We always try to accommodate you and your guests – even on short notice.
Thinking Christmas? You’re not alone. If you would like to join us for a Christmas Italian menu give me (Elizabeth) a call at 652.3354. Let’s chat and see what we can do for you! We also offer caterings and private dinners.
buon appetito!
Liz’s sister, Michael-ann, was in France and sent her this video. In her words, “This was in our little breakfast kitchen where we stayed in the country side. Instead of going out to dinner, we bought a bunch of yummy cheese and charcuterie from local farmers and had our own party.”
Before this week’s graduation events, consider joining us, Italian by Night. In addition to our regular summer evening menu, this week we also have:
Ravioli di pollo
chicken ravioli in a creamy porcini mushroom sauce $ 12
Cannelloni di ricotta
finished with a basil balsamella and melted Mozzarella cheese $ 16
Lasagna di manzo
beef lasagna – fresh house made pasta sheets, bolognese and bechamel sauce $ 21
Affagotto
This classic Italian dessert combines our made in house vanilla ice cream with robust hot espresso & accompanied with our house made cantucci $ 8
(add your favourite liquor)
Pavlova
an Italian meringue dessert with a crisp crust and soft, light inside and finished with fresh whipped cream, berries and mint – a must try! $ 10
buon appetito!
If you haven’t seen it yet, there is great profile of Michelle on the FBC (Food Bloggers of Canada) site.
“Michelle Hooton’s career in the kitchen started out early at the age 5 when her parents gave her an Easy Bake Oven. She practiced her baking on her dad, who was a willing taste tester! Michelle was preparing family dinners at the age of 10 and to this day, she still remembers sitting in grade school thinking about what to cook for dinner …”
You can read the full profile here.
We’re very grateful we have such a wonderful woman and culinary artist to work with for our Italian by Night. And if you haven’t been to her blog, BitebyMichelle, do yourself a big favour and go there. Especially if you’re a foodie.
And keep in mind what she says, “The secret to being a good cook is to use great ingredients. The secret to being a great cook is to use your ingredients with love.”
Michelle and Chef Andrew are partners in crime this year for a great cause … the Boys and Girls Club of Saint John! It’s part of the Fundy Food Festival tomorrow (Saturday, May 5th).
To be more specific, it’s part of the festival’s Chef’s Auction. It’s an Italian feast with not one, not two but seven courses! And a good deal more ….
“Experience ‘La Dolce Vita’ this fall with hosts John and Gail Rocca as they welcome you to their luxurious Saint John Harbourfront penthouse. Urban Deli’s Italian by Night Chef Andrew Brewer and food artist Michelle Hooton will prepare a seven course Italian feast for six. An on-site wine representative (Churchill Dauphinee) will offer a wine pairing for each of the seven courses. Luxury transportation will also be provided by Saint John Executive Limousine Services.”
And that’s just one part of the Chef’s Auction. Plus, there is also a silent auction. It’s all part of supporting the Boys and Girls Club of Saint John. You can discover more by having a look at the Fundy Food Festival.
