Waterleaf Restaurant Presents Madama Butterfly Dinner

Waterleaf restaurant in Glen Ellyn invites patrons of the New Philharmonic – “Madama Butterfly” performance at the McAninch Arts Center to enjoy their exclusive, five-course pre-theater dinner on Friday, January 27, and Saturday, January 28.  

For $50 per person ($65 per person with wine pairings) guests can enjoy such featured items as Mango Ginger Curry Soup, Pan Seared Striped Bass (Adzuki Bean Cassoulet, Herb Coulis), “Cio Cio San” Grilled Filet Mignon (Sweet Slaw, Jasmine Rice & BBQ Sauce) and more.  Before stepping into the world of Giacomo Puccini, concert-goers will finish off their meal with Caramel Pecan Cake (Five Spice Ice Cream & Poached Tangerine Slices). 

Complete menu and wine pairings below.  The regular $29 Pre-Theater Dinner will not be available during these dates.

Featuring locally grown, seasonal ingredients and precise service, Waterleaf restaurant offers a contemporary approach to fine dining led by Executive Chef Jean-Louis Clerc.  Recently awarded a three-star rating from the Chicago Sun-Times, which described Waterleaf as a “Hidden Gem Worth Seeking Out,” this elegant 130-seat restaurant features a full-service bar and boasts an extensive wine list of more than 160 wines from around the world.

Madama Butterfly Prix Fixe Menu

Prologue

Mango Ginger Curry Soup (served with Fried Shallots)

2010 Jules Taylor Pinot Gris, Marlborough, New Zealand

First Act

Pan Seared Striped Bass (Adzuki Bean Cassoulet, Herb Coulis)

2009 Saintsbury Chardonnay Carneros

Intermezzo

Yuzu & Saké Sorbet

Second Act

“Cio Cio San” Grilled Filet Mignon (Sweet Slaw, Jasmine Rice & BBQ Sauce)

2008 Vina Cobos Felino Merlot, Mendoza, Argentina

Epilogue

Caramel Pecan Cake (served with Five Spice Ice Cream & Poached Tangerine Slices)

2009 Durban Muscat Beaume de Venise