Touch of Italy in Lewes to Host Intimate Amalfi Coast Wine Dinner April 17
On Friday, April 17, Touch of Italy of Lewes will present a special Amalfi Coast–inspired wine dinner experience designed as a guided culinary journey through the flavors of southern Italy’s coastline. With limited seating available, the evening is intentionally crafted as an intimate small-group event, giving guests the opportunity to engage directly with both the cuisine and the wines in a relaxed, immersive setting.
Leading the evening’s presentation will be Vincenzo Schiano of Impero Wines, whose regional expertise and storytelling help bring the vineyards and traditions of coastal Italy vividly to life throughout the meal.
The evening begins with a welcoming Prosecco toast, setting the tone for a chef-crafted progression of classic seaside Italian dishes paired with wines selected to highlight the terroir, freshness, and character of Italy’s coastal regions.
The Evening’s Menu & Wine Experience- Get Tickets
Welcome Toast
🥂 Prosecco
A bright and celebratory opening that reflects the easy elegance of Italy’s coastal aperitivo culture.
First Course — Coastal Comfort with Southern Italian Character
Steamed P.E.I. Black Mussels
Italian sausage, onion, fennel, pepperoncino, butter, and white wine-tomato broth
Paired with Ischia Bianco
This opening course captures the rustic flavors of southern Italy’s shoreline kitchens, where seafood meets aromatic herbs and gentle spice. The island-grown Ischia Bianco brings freshness and mineral lift that mirrors the Mediterranean breeze itself.
Second Course — A Classic of Slow Tradition
Pasta alla Genovese
Slow-braised beef, Vidalia onion, sofrito, and white wine
Paired with Susumaniello Masca del Tacco
A deeply traditional southern Italian dish known for its silky onion-based sauce and slow-cooked richness, this course is complemented by Susumaniello, a distinctive Puglian red offering structure, depth, and warmth.
Third Course — A Celebration of the Sea
Risotto Frutti di Mare
Clams, mussels, shrimp, calamari, and lobster in white wine-Parmesan risotto
Paired with Gavi di Gavi and Gran Sasso Montepulciano
This signature coastal dish showcases the abundance of the Mediterranean. Guests will experience two thoughtful wine expressions alongside the course: the bright elegance of Gavi di Gavi and the fuller character of Montepulciano, illustrating how different Italian regions interpret seafood pairings.
Dessert Course — A Bright Amalfi Finale
Limoncello Cake
Layered with lemon curd, cream cheese frosting, lemon zest, and shaved white chocolate
Paired with Moscato Le Cascine
The evening concludes with a vibrant citrus finish inspired by the legendary lemons of the Amalfi Coast, complemented by the gentle sweetness and aromatics of Moscato Le Cascine.
An Intimate Guided Experience with Vincenzo Schiano
Throughout the evening, Vincenzo Schiano will guide guests through each wine selection, sharing insight into:
- coastal vineyard traditions
- regional grape varieties
- southern Italian terroir shaped by sea air and sun
- and the cultural stories behind each bottle
Because the dinner is designed as a personal, conversational culinary experience rather than a large event, seating remains extremely limited.
Guests interested in this one-night journey along Italy’s celebrated coastline are encouraged to reserve early to secure their place at the table.
