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It seems like there are more changes in store for Forte. This chic South Beach-style restaurant started off with Top Chef Stephen Asprinio at its helm, with the name Forte di Asprinio. Very trendy feel, dynamite cuisine, but after a period of quietness, Stephen had disappeared and Forte changed its name to just Forte. No “di Asprinio” anymore.
After that, it became Forte and the restaurant continued to have an absolutely delicious menu created by Chef Mark Liberman, yet failed to attract the crowds. Josh Sagman came in with his crew and brought in some young girls dressed in bustiers for awhile, revved up the Happy Hour and I guess that didn’t work because there are more changes in store.
After reading Palm Beach Daily News, I quickly learned that Maurizio Ciminella from Amici in Palm Beach was jumping on board and once again, the restaurant is changing its name. This time Forte is going to lose the accent in the “e” and become Forte Ristorante, Enoteca, Pizzeria and offering discount prices. Expect the menu to be a bit more rustic, with a fairly extensive pizza menu. Sounds delicious to me! Dinners will be under $20, and lunch will be under $12. Check out their $5 takeout lunch menu, just like Amici offers.
Is this what Forte needs? What do you think?
Forte Ristorante, Enoteca, Pizzeria is located at 225 Clematis Street in West Palm Beach. 561.833.3330
Earlier this week, Dine Magazine’s Wine Club was invited to Forte Palm Beach to learn some secrets on how to mix the perfect cocktail. Joshua Liberman shared some of his favorite recipes with our guests as we sampled these delicious concoctions. Cucumber Melon French 75, Elder Flower Gimlet, Blood Orange Negroni and Gin Gin Fizz were all on the menu
Here’s the recipe for the Pomegranate Kiss.
Ingredients:
- 2 oz Vodka
- 1 oz PAMA liquor
- 1 oz pom juice
- 1/2 oz simple syrup
- 1/2 oz lemon juice
- Garnish with 3 rose petals
Directions -
- Combine all ingredients in a collins glass 3/4 full of ice.
- Shake vigorously and strain into a chilled martini glass.
- Garnish with 3 rose petals.
Recipe used with permission from Joshua Liberman from Forte Palm Beach.
If you are looking for an outstanding drink menu in West Palm Beach, now is the time to check out Forte. In addition, they’ve just launched a reverse happy hour on Friday and Saturday nights. $3 domestic beers, $5 wells, $6 wines by the glass and $6 pizza. Visit Forte online for more information.
Take a look at our photos from the event here.
Dine Magazine will be hosting an at home mixology class at Forte in West Palm Beach. By the end of this class, you will be mixing drinks like a pro. Joshua Liberman from Forte will be leading this class. It is limited to 20 people so make sure to sign up early.
When: Tuesday, April 14th 6:00 – 7:30 pm
Where: Forte, 225 Clematis Street, West Palm Beach, FL 33401 (561) 833-3330
Cost: $20
Join us at Forte on Clematis Street for A Taste of Napa Valley. We will be tasting the wines from Rutherford Hills. This time we also wanted to focus on the culinary talent of Chef Mark Liberman. He will be preparing some hors d’oeuvres for our guests. If you are unfamiliar with Chef Mark, he was raised in Sonoma County, graduated from the CIA and has worked at such restaurants as the DB Brasserie at the Wynn, L’Atelier de Joel Robuchon at the MGM Grand, Piero Salvaggio’s Valentino at the Venetian and La Folie. He is an amazing chef and his brother Joshua (the sommelier) is just as talented. They will be tutoring this tasting together.
Menu for the evening:
- Suckling Pig “Porchetta di Testa”& Housemade Kimchi with Rutherford Hills Rose
- House Cured Salt Cod, Ginger, Tomato, Vanilla Bean with Rutherford Hills Chardonnay
- Wild Spring Green Crespelle , Walnut Pesto, Fontina Fonduta with Rutherford Hills Merlot
- Crispy Skin Muscovy Duck, Brook Cherry Mostarda & Summer Squash with Rutherford Hills Cabernet Sauvignon
When: Thursday, May 21st
Time: 6:00 – 7:30 pm
Where: Forte, 225 Clematis Street, West Palm Beach, FL 33401 (561) 833.3330
Cost: Event Sold Out
Please RSVP and prepay to reserve your spot.
EVENT SOLD OUT! 
Dine Magazine will be hosting a series of wine tasting classes at Forte in West Palm Beach. This is the first in the series. In the class, participants will learn:
- How to taste wine subjectively
- How to analyze wine
- How to order wine
- What to look for when ordering wine at a restaurant
- The importance of proper stemware
Where: Forte di Asprino, 225 Clematis St, West Palm Beach
When: Thursday, January 29, 2008
Time: 6:00 – 7:30 pm
Cost: $25 per person ($20 for members of Dine Magazine’s Wine and Dine Club. If you are a member of the club, email Katy at katy@dinemag.net to buy your ticket.)
During the class, participants will taste a series of 5 different wines and will be served 2 canapes and some bread and cheese to complement the wine tasting.
The wines to be served in the class include:
In addition, the restaurant will be offering attendees a special dinner menu. $55 for a 3-course menu with a glass of wine with each course ($35 for a 3-course dinner without wine). I will be posting the menu soon.
Be sure to RSVP soon and prepay as this event is limited to 20 people. The price is $25/per person ($20 for members of Dine Magazine’s Wine & Dine Club. If you are a member and would like to attend, please email me at katy@dinemag.net)
