Feasting at the Oasis

 Born in France, Chef Stefane Thierry is an award-winner who has worked as a chef and pastry chef in renowned hotels in Berlin and the Black Forest area of Germany, as well as the Alto Adige region of Italy. Our Saturday evening dinner at the resort’s L’Enoteca restaurant was a sumptuous five-course affair complete with wine pairings presented by a knowledgeable staff.

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Saluto de la Casa

Micro fish and chips

First Course

Grilled calamari, balsamic-braised radicchio,
truffle oil, balsamic reduction, rice paper and
organic mixed greens

WINE: 2005 MALIVOIRE PINOT GRIS

Second Course

Ricotta ravioli, Parmigiano Regiano, arugula,
green olive oil and grape tomatoes

WINE: 2005 QUAIL'S GATE CHARDONNAY

Third Course

Yam soufflé, whipped cream, Parmigiano
Regiano gelato, fresh parsley and cocoa powder

WINE: 2004 QUAIL'S GATE LIMITED RELEASE PINOT NOIR

Main Course

La Tagliata (Alberta prime New York striploin,
wild mushroom risotto and sautéed bell peppers

WINE: 2000 LAKEVIEW CELLARS MERLOT

Dessert

Semifreddo crocantino, chocolate truffle and
chocolate mousse

WINE: JACKSON TRIGGS REISLING ICEWINE

Check back with Winnipeg Men in the fall for a full story on the resort and its soon-to-be-opened spa.