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Wildwood Reunion – Bonterra Trattoria

November 22, 2017 by Tara Noland 9 Comments

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Wildwood Reunion – Bonterra Trattoria

Wildwood Reunion – Bonterra Trattoria was an amazing evening of wine, food and lovely company. This evening was put together to celebrate the Wildwood Restaurant that we had in Calgary years ago. Their menu was Rocky Mountain cuisine which was made up of high quality local ingredients.  Some loyal, dedicated fans wanted to see an evening again of fine food and wine from the original owner Joseph Wiewer who now owns Italian Farmhouse in Bragg Creek. He brought along some other chefs to help make the evening fantastic. 

Rogelio Herrera, chef/owner from Alloy Dining

Erin Vrba, Creative Restaurants Executive Pasty Chef

Glen Manzer, Creative Restaurants Executive Chef

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Ben Mills – Bonterra Trattoria & Posto Pizzeria and Bar, Chef

Just from that list you knew it was going to be a smashing success! So let’s dive in to what we enjoyed!! The wine pairings were perfection too. Loved them all!

Wildwood Reunion - Bonterra Trattoria

Check out the menu, I knew I was going to be feasting!!

Wildwood Reunion - Bonterra Trattoria

My lovely girlfriend Cheryl joined me for the evening!!

Wildwood Reunion - Bonterra Trattoria

First up was this sublime Lamb Slider. Could be ranked up there with one of the best sliders I have ever had!! 

Wildwood Reunion - Bonterra Trattoria

Then came out not one but three platters of appetizers. I dove into these Double Smoked Bacon Wrapped Prawns with enthusiasm. 

Wildwood Reunion - Bonterra Trattoria

This was a festive choosing I thought, Phyllo Brie Pockets with lingonberries inside. I have to make these for the holidays!!

Wildwood Reunion - Bonterra Trattoria

Next were Duck Spring Rolls, so lovely and crisp on the outside and wonderfully flavored with the duck on the inside.  All appetizers paired with Cantine Lunae Vermentino. 

Wildwood Reunion - Bonterra Trattoria

The second course were Mussels, my absolute favorite!! These were done slightly different and I loved them with white wine, sundried tomato cream, asiago and banana peppers. The mussels themselves were big and plump and mild tasting, perfection!! Paired with Landron Clos la Cariziere.

Wildwood Reunion - Bonterra Trattoria

The Third Course was Arctic Char served on a bed of crab risotto with gold beets. The fish was cooked perfectly, the crab was sweetened by the golden beets. I have to admit I am not a risotto fan but if you are you would be diving into this. Paired with Lavau Vacqueyras. 

Wildwood Reunion - Bonterra Trattoria

Starting to get very full by now as you can imagine, but this melt in your mouth Bison Short Rib I made some room for, plus enjoyed it the next day for lunch. It was served with a celery root pave which I adored as I love that gnarly root so much. Also, a gorgeous carrot puree and a sour cherry reduction to finish it all. Paired with Aia Vecchia Lagone. 

Wildwood Reunion - Bonterra Trattoria

To finish off the night was a Dark Chocolate Banana Bread Pudding. I loved the flavor of the banana jumping out and the milk chocolate and marshmallow ice cream paired divinely with it. Paired with 20 year old Taylor Fladgate.

For many it was a night to celebrate a restaurant they loved and to reminisce of wonderful meals they have enjoyed previously. Cheers to a wonderful celebration!!

 

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Filed Under: Dining Out Tagged With: Bonterra Trattoria, Calgary, dining out, restaurant, Rocky Mountain cuisine, Wildwood Reunion, yyc

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  1. Cheryl Voelk says

    November 23, 2017 at 8:00 am

    Well all I can say is how lucky was I to be invited to this wonderful Wildwood reunion!
    Absolutely everything on the menu was outstanding. I agree with you Tara, the lamb slider was the best slider ever and the Bison short rib was so delicious too! It was a wonderful evening Tara and I want to thank you again for inviting me
    Cheers 🙂

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    • Tara Noland says

      November 23, 2017 at 8:02 am

      You are so very welcome and you are the best dining partner, such a fantastic evening!!

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  2. Dawn Lopez says

    November 29, 2017 at 3:43 pm

    I want to head over to that restaurant right now! Your pictures are amazing and show how well the food was presented. I’d like to try those Phyllo Brie Pockets. Lingonberries are a favorite ingredient for me.

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  3. reesa says

    November 29, 2017 at 6:11 pm

    everything looks so delicious! Those prawns were my favorite!

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  4. Meagan says

    November 29, 2017 at 9:16 pm

    My tummy is rumbling just looking at those delicious dishes! Please tell me that lamb slider was to die for?

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    • Tara Noland says

      November 30, 2017 at 7:28 am

      One of the best I have ever had!!

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  5. Stacie says

    November 30, 2017 at 4:47 am

    All of the food looks absolutely delicious. It must have been a great evening.

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  6. Nancy P says

    November 30, 2017 at 6:13 am

    WOW this looks like a great place to visit. The food made my tummy rumble.

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  7. Elizabeth L says

    November 30, 2017 at 6:25 am

    I need to visit this place now. You made me hungry just looking at the pictures.

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