BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//wp-events-plugin.com//7.2.3.1//EN TZID:America/Detroit X-WR-TIMEZONE:America/Detroit BEGIN:VEVENT UID:34699@arabamerica.com DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251004T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251004T203000 DTSTAMP:20250702T231252Z URL:https://www.arabamerica.com/events/moroccan-wine-pairing-dinner-at-ver as-kitchen/ SUMMARY:Moroccan Wine Pairing Dinner at Vera's Kitchen DESCRIPTION:MANASSAS\, VA\n\n \;\n\nJoin Us for an Unforgettable Evenin g of Moroccan Flavors and Fine Wine Savor the magic of Moroccan cuisine a t Vera’s Restaurant\, paired perfectly with award-winning wines and guid ed by one of Virginia’s top international wine experts. This deliciously fun and educational evening features a curated menu where each dish is th oughtfully matched with a 2–3 oz tasting pour of hand-selected wine.\n\n Our WSET-certified wine expert will take you on a journey through the vine yards—sharing the stories behind each bottle and revealing why every pai ring enhances the flavors on your plate. Whether you're a wine enthusiast or just love a great meal\, this is a night you won’t want to miss.\n\n& nbsp\;\n🍽\;️\; A Moroccan Wine &\; Culinary Journey at Ve ra’s Restaurant\nWelcome to the Table Shared Mezze Starter\n\nKhobz wit h Moroccan Hummus: Traditional Moroccan flatbread served with creamy hummu s infused with cumin\, garlic\, and lemon.\n\n🍷\; Welcome Glass:  Pinot Grigio (Italy) Crisp\, light-bodied white wine with citrus\, pear\, and mineral notes\; refreshing and easy-drinking.\n\n \;\n🥣\;  First Course\nHarira Soup\n\n A beloved Moroccan staple\, this hearty tom ato-based soup is brimming with chickpeas\, lentils\, celery\, and warming spices like cinnamon\, turmeric\, and ginger.\n\n🍷\; Wine Pairing : Pinot Nero (Italy) – Elegant\, fruity\, and smooth\; Sicilian Pinot Nero blends ripe red berries with Mediterranean warmth.\n\n \;\ndz 57\; Second Course\nOption 1: Chicken with Apricots\n\n Tender chicken b raised with sweet dried apricots\, onions\, and Moroccan spices like saffr on and cinnamon..\n\nOption 2: Tofu with Apricots (Vegetarian)\n\n Pan-se ared tofu simmered in a fragrant apricot glaze with ginger\, cumin\, and c oriander.\n\n🍷\; Wine Pairing: Sauvignon Blanc (New Zealand) – Zesty\, aromatic white wine bursting with lime\, passionfruit\, gooseberr y\, and fresh-cut grass\; intensely refreshing.\n\n \;\n🍖\; Ma in Course\nOption 1: Spiced Beef with Mixed Vegetables\n\n Slow-cooked be ef seasoned with ras el hanout\, served alongside roasted zucchini\, carro ts\, and bell peppers.\n\nOption 2: Vegetable Tagine (Vegan)\n\n A colorf ul medley of zucchini\, carrots\, potatoes\, and sweet potatoes simmered i n a saffron and cinnamon-spiced broth.\n\n🍷\; Wine Pairing: Gnarl ey Head Cabernet Sauvignon (California) – Bold\, jammy red with black c herry\, blackberry\, pepper\, and oak\; rich tannins and a robust finishes ty.\n\n \;\n\nSide for the Table\n\n Couscous: Fluffy semolina grains steamed to perfection\, served as a base for both main dishes. Wine Note : The couscous acts as a neutral canvas\, allowing the wine pairings to sh ine.\n\n\nDessert\n🍋\; Lemon Cake with Citrus Glaze\n\nMoist lemon sponge with zesty glaze—bright\, buttery\, and delicately sweet with a h int of vanilla.\n\n🍷\; Wine Pairing: Moscato d’AstiLightly sparkl ing and semi-sweet\, with floral\, peach\, and citrus notes that lift the cake’s tang. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.arabamerica.com/wp-content/uploads/2 025/07/moroccan_wine-pairing.png LOCATION:Vera's Kitchen\, 9255 Center Street Manassas\, VA \, Manassas\, VA \, 20110\, United States GEO:38.750451;-77.475799 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=9255 Center Street Manassas \, VA \, Manassas\, VA\, 20110\, United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE= Vera's Kitchen:geo:38.750451,-77.475799 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Detroit X-LIC-LOCATION:America/Detroit BEGIN:DAYLIGHT DTSTART:20250309T030000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE END:VCALENDAR