MAMMA MIA: CIBO TRATTORIA PAYS HOMAGE TO MOMS BY HOSTING CELEBRATORY BRUNCH, DINNER SERVICES ON SUNDAY, MAY 13

Downtown Dining Room Marks ‘Festa Della Mamma’ by Offering Special Menus,
Floral-forward Spring Cocktails, Mother’s Day Gift Cards

Chef Josh Gonneau and the staff at Cibo Trattoria will mark Mother’s Day in authentic Italian style by offering special Brunch and Dinner menus at the downtown destination on Sunday, May 13.

Open for Brunch from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., Cibo will offer a pair of Mother’s Day menu features – Ricotta Gnocchetti (nettle and almond pesto, spring vegetables, poached egg), Prosciutto and Mascarpone Ravioli (beet dough, nettle and almond pesto, parmesan fonduta) and Seared Albacore Tuna (asparagus, radish, spring onion vinaigrette) – in addition to its delicious daily selection of rustic, sweet and savoury dishes.

From 5 p.m. onwards, guests are invited to enjoy a four-course set menu of regionally inspired Italian cuisine for $65 per person, plus tax and gratuity, in addition to the restaurant’s regular a-la-carte menu offerings.

The occasion also presents an ideal opportunity to sample the new signature spring cocktails by Bar Manager Sabrine Dhaliwal available at Cibo and next door at sister spot UVA Wine & Cocktail Bar — recently recognized among Canada’s 50 Best Bars — such as the low-proof, fragrant Petals and Pansies (passion fruit, citrus, jasmine green tea, sherry) and the vibrant Cherry Blossoms (Campari, Amaro Lucano, mango, lime).

CIBO TRATTORIA MOTHER’S DAY DINNER MENU
— $65 per person plus tax and gratuity —

Amuse Bouche
chef’s choice

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Antipasti
– choice of –

Seared Albacore Tuna [gf]
asparagus, radish, spring onion vinaigrette

BBQ Lamb Belly [gf]
watercress, mint and chili salsa verde, chick pea

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Primi
– choice of –

Prosciutto and Mascarpone Ravioli
beet dough, nettle and almond pesto, parmesan fonduta

Preserved Lemon Tagliatelle [v]
dried tomato, arugula, chili, garlic, olive oil

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Secondi
– choice of –

Pan-seared Halibut
spring herb crust, green pea risotto, swiss chard

Crispy Roasted Mushroom Polenta [v]
asparagus salad, carrot purée, spiced tomato jam

Bison Tenderloin
short rib croquette, braised kale, lemon thyme jus

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Dolce
– choice of –

Chocolate Mousse
brownie, meringue

Zeppoli
lemon curd, blackberry jam

RESERVATIONS

Reservations for Cibo’s Mother’s Day Brunch and Dinner services are strongly recommended and can be made via OpenTable or by calling the restaurant at 604-602-9570. Cibo’s ‘Madonna Room’is also available for bookings for Mother’s Day Brunch and Dinner and provides an intimate private dining experience for groups of up to 12 guests. For more information, enquiries and pricing for private functions, please email info@nullcibotrattoria.ca.

MOTHER’S DAY GIFT CARDS
Looking for a thoughtful gift for moms who are also culinary aficionados this Mother’s Day? Both Cibo Trattoria and UVA Wine & Cocktail Bar offer Viaggio Hospitality gift cards available in denominations from $50 to $250 and redeemable at any of the group’s Vancouver bars and restaurants, including Cibo, UVA, Ancora Waterfront Dining and Patio, Beach Bay Café and Patio, Nonna’s Table Cafe and Pizzeria and Red Card Sports Bar + Eatery.

For more information about Cibo Trattoria, visit www.cibotrattoria.com, become a fan of /CiboTrattoria on Facebook, and follow @CiboTrattoria on Twitter and @cibotrattoria on Instagram.

ABOUT CIBO TRATTORIA | Paying homage to the experience of an authentic Italian trattoria — where simple, rustic food, casual service and good wine goes hand-in-hand — Cibo Trattoria presents an unforgettable dining experience and memorable outing in the heart of downtown Vancouver whether for daily breakfast, lunch or dinner service or weekend brunch. Located in the city’s vibrant theatre and cultural district, Cibo’s cozy and inviting dining room is the perfect spot for any occasion or social gathering — a warm and intimate enclave where guests can relax and enjoy a wide-ranging list of Old- and New-World wines and sample hearty, Italian-inspired dishes and daily specials made from scratch and prepared in a traditional manner that showcases understated elegance on each plate.900 Seymour Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 0A8 | 604-602-9570 | www.cibotrattoria.com
Hours: Mon – Fri: Brunch 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. | Dinner 5 – 10 p.m.
Weekends: Brunch 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Dinner 5 – 10 p.m.

ABOUT UVA WINE & COCKTAIL BAR | Located within the chic Moda Hotel in the heart of downtown Vancouver, UVA Wine & Cocktail Bar has built a long-standing reputation as one of the preeminent wine and cocktail bars not only in the city but across the country. Winner of the prestigious gold medal for Best Wine Bar in the Georgia Straight’s annual Golden Plates Awards from 2010 through ’17 and more recently singled out for a spot on the 2018 compilation of Canada’s 50 Best Bars, UVA Wine & Cocktail Bar offers an elegant gathering spot for wine and spirit connoisseurs seeking a sanctuary that tempts both eye and palate alike. Pairing Cibo Trattoria’s Italian-inspired cuisine, choice charcuterie and artisanal cheese with an eclectic menu of enticing cocktails, refined wines and import and local craft beers, UVA is a relaxed-yet-cosmopolitan interpretation of an authentic Italian enoteca.

900 Seymour Street, Vancouver BC V6B 0A8 | 604-632-9560 | www.uvavancouver.com
Hours: Mon – Sun 11:30 a.m. to 2 a.m.