The Dinner Table at Cucina Morini (DC)

~ A Social Dinner Party With Strangers @ Cucina Morini ~ The Dinner Table is gathering at Cucina Morini, “where the vibrant flavors and coastal influences of Southern Italy come together”, for an evening of food, conversation, and community. On September 3rd, join our DC social dining community for a relaxed, hosted dinner party experience: share plates, rotate seats between courses, and leave with new connections, not just new dishes! About the Restaurant:Located in Mt. Vernon Square, Cucina Morini pays homage to Italy’s enchanting southern coast. “Using only the highest‑quality ingredients, our menu offers a delightful array of fresh crudi dishes alongside handmade pasta and southern Italian signature specialties.” About The Dinner Table:The Dinner Table is a social dining club that curates intimate dinner parties and community gatherings in cities across the country. With curated conversation prompts, rotating seats, and no pressure to “network,” our events are designed to help you connect with strangers in your city! ​Agenda 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM: Mix and Mingle Come and meet with other Dinner Table guests, get to know who you'll be dining with. 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM: Family-Style Brunch with Cucina Morini Guests will switch seats between courses to dine with the group. 9:30 PM - 10:00 PM: Closing Announcements Closing remarks to conclude the event. This is your chance to exchange contact information with those you've met. Dinner Service Dinner service includes a 3-course meal served family-style for each guest. We'll be able to accommodate all outlined dietary restrictions. Each guest will also receive a complimentary glass of wine upon check-in with The Dinner Table Additional beverages can be purchased at the bar throughout the event. Menu On Offer All courses will be served family style for the tables to share. First Course: Insalata Romana: romaine, cherry tomato, mollica, garlic anchovy dressing Burrata: watermelon, fennel pollen-chili agrodolce, pistachio, basil Sfincione: House-Baked Tomato Focaccia, roasted garlic oil, wild oregano Second Course: Pacceri alla Norma: eggplant, san marzano tomato, red chili, ricotta salata, basil Rigatoni: lamb ragu, fennel, rosemary, pecorino Fruitti Di Mare: mussels, branzino, shrimp, calamari, scallops, fennel pollen Dessert: Torta D’Oliva: basil & orange olive oil cake, blueberry conserva, honey yogurt crema Bomboloni: citrus scented ricotta doughnuts, dark chocolate sauce ​​FAQs What is the general age range of your events? We encourage guests from all ages and backgrounds to attend our events. Our programming is tailored to anyone looking to meet others. Generally, we've seen the age range of our events to be between 25-40 years old. That's not to say anyone outside of that range can't attend! What's the difference between General Admission tickets and Men & Women tickets? Any ticket purchase gets the same experience, there is no difference. We've created gendered tickets to ensure a relatively even distribution of guests at our events. GA is open to anyone. Can I come alone? Yes, we encourage it! Our goal at The Dinner Table is to create meaningful connections through cuisine and art. Many of our guests leave with new friends at the end of the event. What is your refund policy? We understand sometimes things come up, and that's why we offer a full credit to your next event if you cancel ten days before the event Are you able to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies? Yes. Our team ensures the restaurant's menus are flexible to account for a wide array of dietary preferences. If you have any other questions or concerns, all guests are welcome to reach out to us by email at [email protected] By attending, you agree that photos and videos taken at this event, by our team or shared by fellow guests, may be used by The Dinner Table Club for promotional purposes. Prefer not to be photographed? Just let your host know at check-in.