The Small Dining Room Recipe
A semi-private, lively space, the small dining room can accommodate up to 50 guests with varying seating patterns.
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Ingredients
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Appetizer
Main Course
Dessert
Method
Appetizer
Prepare the Bruschetta
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the bread into 12 pieces and place them on a baking sheet.
Toast the Bread
Drizzle the slices of bread with olive oil and toast in the oven for about 5-7 minutes or until golden brown.
Assemble the Bruschetta
Remove the toasted bread from the oven and top each slice with the tomato mixture. Serve immediately.
Main Course
Cook the Pasta
Boil water in a large pot with a pinch of salt. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Combine the Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained pasta to the sauce and mix well. Stir in fresh basil.
Serve the Main Course
Plate the pasta and top with grated Parmesan cheese. Serve hot.
Dessert
Slice the Cake
Take the chocolate cake and slice it into 12 equal pieces.
Prepare the Whipped Cream
In a mixing bowl, whisk the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Sweeten with a little sugar if desired.
Plate the Dessert
Place a slice of chocolate cake on each plate, top with a dollop of whipped cream, and garnish with fresh berries.
Serve and Enjoy
Serve the dessert immediately after plating. Enjoy the sweet finish to your meal!