August in Kentucky is prime season for enjoying the fleeting annual crop of heirloom tomatoes, and chef John Castro is offering the perfect opportunity to savor the harvest with special dining events at Winston’s. The heirloom tomato dinner will take place on August 7 and 8 at 6:45 p.m. in the restaurant’s dining room at Sullivan University, and the seven-course menu offers everything from classic tomato soup to an intriguing tomato dessert.

Winston’s heirloom tomato dinner is a highly anticipated annual event and space is limited, so please make reservations in advance. The price of the dinner is $55 per person, or $75 per person with wine pairings (four glasses), plus tax and gratuity. An intermezzo will feature a tasting and discussion of several heirloom tomato varieties. For reservations, please call (502) 456-0980.

Winston’s Heirloom Tomato Dinner Menu:

Amuse: Three Bites
Cucumber, Tomato, Mango, Candied Lemon, Ginger, Aromatics
Mozzarella, Tomato Powder, Balsamic, Garlic Foam
Mediterranean Dry Shot of Tomato, Peppers, Olives, Garlic, Capers, Herbs
Wine Pairing: Cava Spanish Sparkling

Soup
Heirloom Tomato Soup with Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Salad
Spicy Greens, Fried Country Ham Crumble, Variety of Tomatoes,
Green Goddess Dressing
Wine Pairing: Seven Daughters White Blend

Fish
Scallop Madagascar, Fried Green Tomato, Green Peppercorns, Tomato, Cream

Intermezzo

Naked Tomato Discussion
Wine Pairing: Haymen and Hill “The Interchange” White Blend

Entrée
Flat Iron Steak, Red Sorrel, Tomato Barley Pilaf, Red Wine Jus
Wine Pairing: St. Francis “Claret” Red Blend

Dessert
Tomato Melba on French Toast