Southern Italian Christmas Fish Menu At San Domenico Ny

In Southern Italy, fish is traditionally served at Christmas. The most traditional celebration calls for seven fish dishes, with the number seven attributed religious significance. There are numerous theories of what the number represents: the Seven Sacraments of the Catholic Church, the seven sins, or the seven days it took Mary and Joseph to travel to Bethlehem to name a few. Hailing from the area of Naples himself, owner Tony May honors this tradition by offering a five course, all-fish menu the week before Christmas. The menu, designed by award-winning Chef Odette Fada and Chef di Cucina Nicola Mersini, will be available December 23-28, 2002 (the restaurant will be closed on Christmas Day). The price is $70.00 per person, tax and gratuity additional. Reservations can be made at 212-265-5959.

Christmas Menu
Mosaico di Pesce Crudo con Olio allAneto e Misticanza
Mosaic of Salmon, Sole, and Tuna with Microgreens and Lemon Dill Dressing
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Risotto al Franciacorta e Ostriche
Risotto with Franciacorta Sparkling Wine and Oysters
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Scampi al Vapore con Piccola Caponata di Zucchine, Mille Punti di Olive Nere
Steamed Langoustine with Zucchini and Gaeta olives
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Zuppa di Pesce con Pepperoni Arrostiti e Pomodoro Fresco
Fish Stew with Roasted Peppers and Fresh Tomato
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Tronchetto di Natale con Salsa ai Lamponi
Christmas Log with Raspberry Sauce
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Biscotti e Caffe
Menu is subject to change and available at dinner only.

San Domenico NY is located at 240 Central Park South. For reservations call 212-265-5959.
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