yet crusty bread. Tony’s pastas are all freshly made, but his raviolis featuring interesting combinations such as fig and gorgonzola or lobster are a highlight. The star studder is the parmesan and prosciutto with asiago and fresh peas. If you are lucky, you’ll find yourself salivating over a sweet and spicy seafood combination. The dish features large, plump scallops, drizzled in a honey balsamic and rosemary glaze and placed next to gamberones (or shrimp) sautéed in a spicy plum tomato sauce. Cooking with the freshest in beef and fish, Tony is sure to surprise you with a divine presentation for the final course. The Beef Florentine is a succulent filet, accompanied with mushrooms, spinach, rosemary and garlic and drizzled in a brandy peppercorn sauce, wrapped in a puff pastry. Its neighbor is a perfectly poached piece of salmon, dressed with the essence of Grand Marnier, orange and lemon juice and rosemary. While your evening at Wild Bites is sure to be filled with plenty of personal attention with son Michael as your waiter, Tony is equally devoted. With a casual and heartfelt desire to please, Tony will continue to surprise with
his extensive knowledge of fine Italian wines. Whether to be paired with your meal or sipping as a one off, the sky is the limit. Rounding out your meal, you will undoubtedly, be introduced to the house “Tonycello” – the Ortu’s homemade lemoncello. Their version of this lemon cordial is unusually creamy and sweet, laced with a subtle, tart lemony flavor. If one evening of Italian discovery with the Ortus isn’t enough, you are in luck. Continue the adventure with Tony on his “Tours of Italy,” beginning in the fall of 2013. With Tony as your guide, you will travel to Italy to discover how to shop, cook, eat and live as a Tuscan. Days will be spent visiting local markets, wineries, and museums, all while learning about the culture, history and lifestyle of the area. A trip to Wild Bites is one that is filled with discovery, passion, flavor and warmth. After spending an evening with Tony, Joan and the Ortu family, while enjoying their distinctive Tuscan cuisine, you’ll never want to return from the wild side!
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