In Federico Fellini’s 1954 classic film La Strada, small-time circus performers Zampano and Gelsomina travel the Italian countryside entertaining villagers. On Thursday, July 18, the poignant film will be the centerpiece of a great evening’s entertainment sponsored by the Alamo Drafthouse, the Austin Museum of Art, Siena Ristorante Toscana, The Austin Chronicle, and Austin RentAll Party to benefit the Capital Area Food Bank. Don’t miss the opportunity to run away with the circus for one special evening. Siena chef Harvey Harris will present the following five-course menu complemented by Italian wines during the screening of the film.
La Cucina della Strada
Antipasto
Tuscan salami, Italian cheeses, tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, marinated olives & breadsticks
Primo Piatto
Spaghetti Bolognese
Pasta w/ a rich sauce of lamb & veal braised in Chianti
Intermezzo
Field greens w/ artichoke hearts, olives, ricotta salata, and vinaigrette
Secondo Piatto
Costata di Maiale Grigliata
Grilled pork rib chop marinated in juniper, sage, & garlic w/ rosemary roasted potatoes & sautéed spinach
Dolce
Sorbetto di Limone con Biscotti
Vegetarian options are available by prior arrangement. Ticket prices are $60 for dinner, wine, and the movie. AMOA members will receive a $10 discount and will be treated to a cocktail party and private viewing of the museum’s current exhibit “The Circus in 20th Century American Art” prior to the screening of the film. Seating begins at 6:30pm at the Alamo Drafthouse Downtown (419 Colorado). Dinner and the movie will begin at 7pm. Make reservations online at www.drafthouse.com.
This article appears in July 12 • 2002.