Behind the Menu: An Evening at Luca

Calling all food lovers! We're heading to Luca, one of Denver's favorite Italian restaurants, for an evening devoted to great food, culinary creativity, and the chef and team who make it happen!

Luca opened in February 2003, originally as Luca d’Italia, and was named after chef Frank Bonanno’s son. Bonanno envisioned it as a heartfelt tribute to his Italian-American roots, family cooking, and the joy of sharing a meal. Luca is known for its rustic Italian cuisine, handmade pastas, and memorable interpretations of classic dishes. Four of the chef’s most tempting entrees will be showcased this particular evening!

Here are a few questions to whet your appetite:

1. What's hiding inside Luca's Chicken Parmesan?

• Mozzarella
• Burrata
• Ricotta

2. Which pasta is Luca's signature dish?

• Wild Mushroom Fusilli
• Rigatoni Bolognese
• Pappardelle

3. What gives the braised short rib its creamy companion?

• Potatoes
• Parmesan polenta
• Risotto

4. What three meats traditionally make up Luca's Bolognese?*

• Chicken, veal and beef
• Veal, beef and pork
• Sausage, lamb and pork

We'll reveal the answers during our culinary conversation! PLUS, Chef Frank Bonanno will try and sneak out from the kitchen to share a word or two!

Come hungry, bring your curiosity, and get ready for a delicious evening with fellow 2ndSummit members. Great food is even better when it's shared!

Buon appetito!