Il Convivio: An Evening in the Olive Grove

Step into an elegant evening beneath the olive trees as Verise invites guests to our inaugural Il Convivio, a celebration of Italian hospitality, shared tables, and the art of lingering well into the night. Set within The Grove, this intimate alfresco experience pairs refined coastal Italian cuisine with wine, live music, and the warmth of a summer evening in Carlsbad.

The experience includes:
- Chef-curated multi course, family-style dinner experience
- Welcome prosecco upon arrival
- One glass of red wine
- One glass of white wine
- Live music beneath the olive trees
- Complimentary valet parking

Live activations throughout the evening:
- A’ Mano Italian hand-pulled cheese station
- Negroni tasting experience

Additional wines, cocktails, and bottle service will available for purchase.

IL CONVIVIO MENU

An authentic Roman feast celebrating the timeless flavors of Rome, culminating with the traditional Porchetta di Ariccia, prepared and showcased in classic Roman fashion.

Antipasti

• Carciofi alla Giudia | Crispy Roman-style artichokes, mint, pecorino
• Supplì Cacio e Pepe | Roman rice croquettes, a mano mozzarella, pomodoro
• Bruschetta Laziale | Heirloom tomatoes, capers, black olives, oregano
• Insalata alla Cesare | Parmigiano reggiano, crostini di focaccia
• Mediterranean Branzino | Capers, olives, cherry tomatoes, cannellini beans 

Primi Piatti | A tasting of Rome's most beloved pasta traditions

• Gnocchetti al Sugo di Vaccinara | Slow-braised oxtail, soffritto, tomato, pecorino
• Rigatoni all'Amatriciana | Guanciale, onion, pomodoro, Pecorino Romano

Secondo

• Traditional Porchetta di Ariccia | Whole roasted pork with fennel seed, chili, and rosemary
• Spiedini di Saltimbocca | Grilled chicken skewers, prosciutto, sage
• Served with traditional accompaniments: Wood-fired roasted peppers, Grilled eggplant, and Roasted potatoes

Dolci

• Bomboloni al Cioccolato | Mini Italian chocolate-filled doughnuts
• Mini Cannoli | Orange ricotta, chocolate