La Morra
Day 1: 5-Course Ode to Northern Italy Tasting Series
In the fly-by restaurant world, this beloved Italian eatery in Brookline that opened in 2003 is a real survivor. This year alone, it was named to both Boston Magazine’s and Eater’s “Best Italian in Boston” Lists. Back in 2014, Tom Brady let it be known that La Morra’s tagliatelle al ragù was his favorite dish in the entire city. (The wood-grilled chicken under a brick was his second favorite.) After earning his degree from the Cambridge School of Culinary Art, Owner/Executive Chef Josh Ziskin and his wife Jen spent a year in the Piedmont region of Italy, where Josh cooked at the highly regarded Ristorante Belvedere and together they studied the food and wine of Northern Italy. In 2003, they opened Ristorante La Morra, naming it after the picturesque hilltop town where they had lived in Barolo country. Twenty years later, Chef Ziskin continues to delight diners with his inventive antipasti, superb pastas, and classic meat, fish, and poultry entrees. “An exemplar of the paradox that is rustic elegance, La Morra holds its own among greater Boston's Italophiles for its intense but astute repertoire,” says Gayot. We can’t wait to visit!
About the Host:
Josh Ziskin
Chef/Owner
A longtime Brookline resident, Chef Josh Ziskin received his culinary degree from the Cambridge School of Culinary Art. After honing his craft in the Piedmont region of Italy, at the renowned Ristorante Belvedere, he opened Ristorante La Morra in 2003. He is also the owner of Heritage of Sherborn as well as Punch Bowl, a modern city tavern.
The Lineup
Courses #1 - #4 will be served family style. Course #5 will be individually plated.
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Papa al Pomodoro
tomato & bread soup with parmigiano reggiano, olive oil
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Tagliatelle Bolognese
house made tagliatelle, ragù sauce
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Spiedini di Pesce Spada e Verdure di Fine Estate
swordfish, end of summer vegetables, salmoriglio, mascarpone, herbed polenta
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Porchetta
bitter greens, cannellini bean, salsa verde
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Apple Crisp
vanilla ice cream, honey drizzle
La Morra
48 Boylston St
Brookline, MA 02445
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.
- Does this restaurant allow BYOB?
- No. This restaurant is a non-BYO establishment. Outside alcohol will not be permitted at this event.
- 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].
- Can I bring guests who are not members to this event?
- Yep! Members are able to purchase up to 3 guest tickets to this event (based on availability). However, guest tickets are $20 more than member tickets ($85 + tax/tip), and guests will not be allowed entry to the event unless they're accompanied by a member.
- What must I bring to the event?
- Please make sure to bring a government-issued photo ID.
- What parking information has the restaurant provided for this event?
- According to the restaurant, there is a nearby parking garage and/or lot, as well as street parking available. Parking is not validated.
- 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.
