Archived Article By Tom Fitzmorris Originally published January 19, 2009 Twenty-Fourth Anniversary Of The Restaurant Andrea's Toasts Itself With A Wine Dinner This Thursday Chef Andrea Apuzzo never lets an anniversary go by unnoticed. His celebration of the opening of Andrea's in 1985 brungs us an underpriced wine dinner this Thursday, January 22. He's also donating a part of the profits from this week's lunches and dinners to Children's Hospital. But that dinner looks good enough that I think I'll grab a table for myself and anyone who wants to join me. The $65 is price (inclusive of tax and tip) is a good ten dollars below those of comparable dinners. (Restaurant prices across town continue to move backward, courtesy of fear.) The wines are provided by Republic Beverage. Things start at seven. Reception Party: Assorted Hot and Cold Hors d’Oeuvres Wine: Lunetta Prosecco At Table: Spedino di Scampi and Scallops Skewers of shrimp and sea scallops with leeks and bacon Wine: Torlasco Pinot Grigio Risotto con Funghi Trifolati Porcini, morel and chanterelle mushrooms with arborio rice and Reggiano cheese Bistecca Alla Pizzaiola Sirloin strip steak with spicy sauce of tomato, peppers and herbs Wine: Travaglina Gattinara Torta Chocolate Al Tartufo Wine: Zoni Buccarosa Espresso To attend, call the restaurant at 504-834-8583. If you'd like to join me at my table, tell that to the reservationist. (If he or she doesn't have me down for a table, tell them Chef Andrea took care of it.) Andrea's. Metairie: 3100 19th Street. 504-834-8583. Italian. © 2009 Tom Fitzmorris. All rights reserved. news@nomenu.com