DePalma Dinner Party

Cooking Like Michelin,

Drinking Like It’s Vegas

Pull up a chair, loosen your belt, and prepare your taste buds for a culinary adventure. This isn’t just dinner; it’s an edible masterpiece paired with wines that whisper, “You’re worth it.” And yes, we’re starting with cocktails—because why wait to party?

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Event Details

Date:
Saturday, December 21

Time:
Party starts at 6 PM

Dress Code:
Cocktail Attire (translation: bring your A-game)

What to Bring:
Nothing but yourself (and an appetite)

The Menu

Course 1:

Cucumber Mint Cocktail

We kick things off with a crisp, refreshing concoction of cucumber, mint, lime, and vodka. Topped with ginger beer and just enough garnish to make you feel fancy.

Pairing: This cocktail. Trust us, it’s the only way to start.

Cucumber
Mint
Basil
Cranberry
Lime juice
Ginger beer
Vodka

Course 2:

Butternut Squash Soup

Imagine if autumn cozied up in a bowl: roasted squash, caramelized onions, fresh herbs, and a whisper of ginger. It’s smooth, it’s warm, and it’s topped with crunchy pepitas to keep things interesting.

Wine Pairing: Viognier or Chardonnay
Rich whites that pair so well, they’ll make your soup blush.

Yellow onions
Garlic
Fresh sage
Fresh rosemary
Fresh ginger
Vegetable broth
Olive oil
Salt and pepper
Pepitas (for garnish)

Course 3:

Spicy Tuna

Spicy tuna perfection perched on golden crispy rice. A refreshing cucumber salad drizzled in peanut sauce balances the heat—because we’re all about balance here.

Wine Pairing: Dry Riesling or Gewürztraminer
Sweet, acidic, and downright charming, like your dinner date.

Tuna
Crispy rice
Cucumber
Peanut butter
Sesame oil
Chili crisp
Tamari or soy sauce
Garlic
Lime
Sesame seeds

Course 4:

Short Rib Ravioli

Handmade ravioli stuffed with melt-in-your-mouth short ribs and earthy mushrooms, served in a luscious Parmesan cream sauce with a peppery kick. It’s indulgent, it’s satisfying, and it’s unapologetically extra.

Wine Pairing: Barolo or Syrah
Big, bold reds that match the richness of the short ribs and the creamy sauce, creating the perfect finale to the savory courses.

Short ribs
Pasta dough
Mushrooms
Parmesan cheese
Heavy cream
Garlic
Thyme
Red wine
Butter

Dessert

Chocolate Mousse Cups

The grand finale: rich, silky chocolate mousse served in edible chocolate bowls. Garnished with fresh whipped cream, berries, and shaved chocolate. The perfect sweet note to end the evening.

Wine Pairing: Ruby Port or Moscato d’Asti
A sweet, indulgent pairing that complements the rich chocolate mousse and its garnishes.

Unsweetened chocolate
Heavy cream
Sugar
Eggs
Whipped cream (for garnish)
Berries, nuts, or shaved chocolate

And Finally…

The meal may be over, but the night isn’t. Finish strong with a cup of coffee, a glass of wine, or some bottles of bourbon Joe definitely won’t keep…

Oh, and there may be some games in our future.

Our Guest

The
Batkas

The
Bazris

The
Cantwells

The
Creeks

The
Frasers

The
McCormick

The
Moats

The
Potters

The
Quinns

Ready to Eat, Drink, and Be Merry?

We can’t wait to see you on December 21! Bring your appetite, wear your best cocktail attire, and let’s toast to a night of delicious food and great company.