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infused with citrusy limoncello . The ravioli are filled with shrimp tossed in garlic , shallots , chopped tomatoes , Meyer lemon and Italian white wine , allowing the chef to feel close to his family from the other side of the world . |
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Salads
AHI CITRUS SALAD / BODEGA LAGUNA COCINA & CANTINA Seafood enthusiasts will fall in love with this salad , in which ahi tuna is pan-seared until lightly blackened then placed atop a bed of arugula , baby kale , iceberg lettuce , fennel , grapefruit , mandarin and blood orange , all coated in a citrushoney vinaigrette and finished with sprinkles of cranberries , toasted almonds and queso fresco . “ I wanted to add a little bit of lightness to our menu ,” says chef Angel Velazquez . “ The citrus complements our coastal flavors and the tuna provides the perfect amount of smokiness to balance it out .”
BBQ RANCH SALAD / SKYLOFT For those who feel like a
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Alessa by Chef Pirozzi ’ s scampi ravioli
salad isn ’ t hearty enough , opt for Skyloft ’ s barbecue variety . Mixed greens , chopped romaine , black beans , roasted corn , tomato , scallion , cilantro and Monterey Jack cheese are tossed together with chipotle barbecue ranch dressing that adds the perfect amount of sweet and tangy — plus crispy tortilla strips on top for added crunch . Add a protein — chicken breast , filet mignon , grilled salmon , andouille sausage or giant prawns — to complete the meal .
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EL GRINGO TACO SALAD / SOUTH OF NICK ’ S Served in an oversize housemade shell — crisped to perfection before filled with appetizing ingredients — this taco salad comes with your choice of spicy ground beef , chicken tinga , carnitas or ranchera beef . The protein is joined with chopped greens , refried beans , Spanish rice , scallions , black olives , Jack cheese , sour cream , guacamole and cilantro dressing in the made-fromscratch kitchen . |
TOP : COURTESY OF ALESSA BY CHEF PIROZZI ; BOTTOM RIGHT : ASHLEY RYAN |