Souper Tuesday: Taste of Italy

# 🇮🇹 A TASTE OF ITALY — FIVE‑COURSE DINNER EXPERIENCE

Tuesday, February 28, 2026 • 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. BYOB • Water, Tea & Coffee Provided
Join Chef Irvin and the Soup Angels family for an intimate Taste of Italy — a soulful, nourishing, five‑course dinner crafted entirely from the wholesome grains, clean proteins, vegetable mixes, and global broths that power our Make‑It‑Souper program.
This evening celebrates community, compassion, and the joy of feeding others through the meals we share.
This event is BYOB. Bring your favorite wine, beer, or pre‑mixed cocktail — or choose from the pairing suggestions below. Water, tea, and coffee service will be provided.
Reserve your seat in advance. There is no set price — simply contribute whatever you feel comfortable giving to support Chef Irvin and the Soup Angels Outreach Program.
You may also order any of the 12 Italian Make‑It‑Souper Bowls for Grab & Go pickup from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Tuesday to celebrate Souper Tuesdays: Taste of Italy.

# 🍽️ THE FIVE‑COURSE MENU

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## 🥣 COURSE 1 — Italian Soup Course

Rustic Tuscan Chicken & Farro Soup Farro • Seasoned Diced Chicken • Old‑World Mix • Italian Broth Warm, herbaceous, rustic — like Ribollita meets Chicken Toscana.

## 🥗 COURSE 2 — Italian Salad Course

Sun‑Kissed Zucchini & Red Pepper Salad with Herbed Couscous Herbed Couscous • Sun‑Kissed Mix • Optional Mediterranean White Beans Finished with olive oil, cracked pepper, lemon zest, and fresh basil.

## 🍝 COURSE 3 — Italian Main Course

Penne al Forno with Seasoned Ground Beef & Bayou Marinata Penne • Ground Beef • Bayou Mix • Italian Broth Reduction A hearty baked penne layered with sweet‑savory roasted vegetables and a garlic‑rich marinara.

## 🍞 COURSE 4 — Italian Side Dish Duo

Fiesta Tomato‑Basil Rice Spanish Rice • Fiesta Mix • Basil • Oregano • Parmesan
Savanna Sweet Potato & Okra Italian Roast Savanna Mix roasted with olive oil, rosemary, and cracked pepper.

## 🍰 COURSE 5 — DESSERT

Classic Italian Tiramisu Light, creamy, espresso‑kissed — the perfect finale to an Italian feast.

# 🍷 BYOB PAIRING SUGGESTIONS

### Wines

• Chianti Classico — ideal with the penne and beef
• Pinot Grigio — crisp and refreshing with the salad
• Sangiovese — versatile and food‑friendly
• Prosecco — a sparkling match for Tiramisu

### Beers

• Peroni or Moretti Lager — clean and classic
• Belgian Witbier — citrusy and great with roasted vegetables
• Amber Ale — complements hearty pasta dishes

### Pre‑Mixed Cocktails

• Negroni or Negroni Sbagliato
• Aperol Spritz
• Limoncello Spritz
• Espresso Martini (a natural pairing with dessert)

# 🔥 “12 Italian Souper Creations” — Grab & Go Menu

Pick up your bowls Tuesday from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Build your own Italian‑inspired creation — every bowl helps Soup Angels feed neighbors across Dallas.

1. Tuscan Chicken & Farro Bowl — Farro + Chicken + Old‑World + Italian Broth
2. Italian Lentil Comfort Bowl — Lentils + Barley + Heartland + Italian Broth
3. Roman White Bean & Couscous Bowl — Couscous + White Beans + Sun‑Kissed + Italian Broth
4. Sicilian Chickpea & Wild Rice Bowl — Wild Rice + Chickpeas + Fiesta + Italian Broth
5. Napoli Beef & Penne Bowl — Penne + Ground Beef + Bayou + Italian Broth
6. Calabria Spicy Turkey & Quinoa Bowl — Turkey + Quinoa + East‑Wind + Italian Broth
7. Garden Primavera Ramen Bowl — Ramen + Umami Tofu + Sun‑Kissed + Italian Broth
8. Rustic Pork & Barley Minestra — Pulled Pork + Barley + Old‑World + Italian Broth
9. Italian Cowboy Pinto Bowl — Spanish Rice + Pinto Beans + Fiesta + Italian Broth
10. Mediterranean Mushroom & Farro Bowl — Farro + Umami Tofu + East‑Wind + Italian Broth
11. Chicken Penne “Soup‑Alfredo” Bowl — Penne + Chicken + Heartland + Italian Broth (creamy‑style)
12. Tuscan Black Bean & Brown Rice Bowl — Brown Rice + Black Beans + Old‑World + Italian Broth

# ❤️ SOUP ANGELS MISSION MESSAGE

“Every Taste of Italy Souper Bowl you enjoy helps us deliver warmth, nourishment, and dignity to our neighbors across Dallas. When you choose your grain, protein, veggies, and broth, you’re not just building a meal — you’re building hope. Together, we make compassion delicious.”