La Collina
5-Course Contemporary "Italian-Ish" Tasting Event
Just a little over a year old, this Italian eatery in the Capitol Hill neighborhood vaulted immediately onto Thrillist's 2021 "Best Restaurants in D.C." list. Executive Chef Katarina Petonito was recently nominated for Rising Star Chef of the Year by the Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Washington (RAMW). A graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, she began her career and cemented her love of Mediterranean cuisine and culture at two leading D.C. restaurants, Graffiato and Kapnos, and most recently cooked at the popular St. Anselm near Union Market. Here, at La Collina, she is turning out classic pasta dishes like cacio e pepe and lamb Bolognese, along with such staples as arancini, beef carpaccio, and chicken piccata. Indeed, the Washingtonian cited La Collina's meatballs on their list of "13 Favorite Fall Dishes." You'll also love the vibe, which is reminiscent of an Italian osteria, meaning lively, friendly, and fun. We're looking forward to our visit and to sampling Chef Petonito's deeply satisfying Italian dishes. Hope to see you there!
About the Host:
Katarina Petonito
Executive Chef
A DMV Native, Chef Katarina "Kat" Petonito graduated from the Culinary Institute of America in NYC. She rose through the ranks at Kapnos Kouzina to become Chef de Cuisine and served as Sous Chef under James Beard Award-Winning Chef Marjorie Meek-Bradley at St. Anselm. She now serves as Executive Chef at The Duck & The Peach, La Collina, and The Wells.
The Lineup
All courses will be individually plated.
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Arancini Formaggi
risotto, 'nduja pork, peas
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Bruschetta
mozzarella, persimmon, olive oil, focaccia
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House Made Gnocchi
pecorino cheese, vodka sauce, basil
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Salmon Puttanesca
castelvetrano olives, fenugreek seeds, capers
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Chocolate Torta Tenerina
flourless cake with hazelnut praline sauce, toasted hazelnuts, olive oil
La Collina
747 C St SE
Washington, DC 20003
Event FAQs
- Do I have to bring printed tickets to the event?
- No tickets are needed.
- What does the ticket price cover?
- The ticket price covers the full cost of the meal.
- Do guests need to be of a certain age to attend this event?
- Yes. All attendees must be 21+ to gain entry.
- What must I bring to the event?
- Please make sure to bring a government-issued photo ID.
- Does this restaurant allow BYOB?
- No. This restaurant is a non-BYO establishment. Outside alcohol will not be permitted at this event.
- Can I bring guests/non-members to this event?
- Yep! For this event, guest tickets are $85 + tax & tip, and you can bring up to 3 guests. Please note, guests are not allowed to attend unaccompanied by a member.
- What is the event ticket cancellation/refund policy?
- Restaurants purchase the food for our events 14 days before the event date, at which point we are on the hook for the cost of your ticket. As such, we are not able to offer refunds (or credits towards future events) for any cancellation requests submitted within 14 days of the event date. We will, however, issue full refunds for all cancellation requests submitted at least 14 days before the event date. All cancellation requests must be submitted via email to [email protected].
- What COVID safety precautions will be taken at this event?
- At this event, we will be accommodating all requests for separate tables rather than communal seating. Additionally, all food will be served family-style within groups. As per this restaurant's own COVID safety policy, all attendees must be fully-vaccinated to gain entry. However, proof of vaccination will be provided verbally, as this restaurant adheres to an honor system for vaccination confirmation. We will not be requiring attendees to show proof of vaccination at the door to gain entry.
- What dietary restrictions/food allergies can be accommodated at this event?
- At this event the chef will provide substitutions for critical food allergies/dietary restrictions but will not make menu adjustments based on food preferences (e.g distaste for specific ingredients/flavor profiles). If you have restrictions/allergies, please make sure to Update Your Dietary Restrictions within your Account Info before or after you purchase tickets, or email us at [email protected] after you purchase tickets to let us know.
