Does anything say “summer’s bounty” like an abundance of tomatoes? Maybe sweet corn but I think probably not. Summer produce is really all about tomatoes and Chef John Castro at Winston’s is taking full advantage of that fact. Instead of being overrun with tomatoes and saying "let's make tomato sauce"
Chef Castro has instead said "let's come up with a super interesting tomato based menu." Good choice chef.
On Friday August 1, Saturday August 2, Friday August 8, and Saturday August 9 Winston’s is presenting an Heirloom Tomato Dinner with fresh tomatoes from local producers, including some varietals that were produced specifically for Winston’s.
The cost of the dinner is $55, or $75 with wine, excluding tax and gratuity.
For reservations, call 502-456-0980.
The menu is as follows:
Amuse
Tomato and Goat Cheese Terrine
Appetizer
Grilled Eggplant and Summer Squash with a ragout of lentils, bacon and heirloom tomatoes
Salad
Heirloom Tomato “Panzanella”
Fish Course
Seared Sea Scallop with heirloom tomatoes, garlic, and herb grits, finished with a preserved lemon sauce
Intermezzo
Naked Heirloom Tomato Discussion and Tasting
Entrée
Beef Filet with orange thyme nasturtium butter and roasted heirloom tomatoes
Dessert
Tomato Melba with shortbread and sesame brittle
