Come in from the cold for a warm Italian buffet tonight

National Press Club members and their guests are invited to an evening of authentic Italian cuisine, live music, and great company on Thursday, Jan. 29 starting at 5:30 p.m.

The Italian Buffet and Music Night features a delicious selection of classic Italian dishes, prepared to create a true Italian buffet dining experience, and live music by Renée Tannenbaum. Music begins at 6 p.m. Special cocktails will also be available to complement the buffet.

Reservations are strongly encouraged as this event has sold out in the past. To make a reservation, please call 202-662-7443 or email [email protected].

Specialty Cocktails – $13 each

  • Negroni
    Gin, Campari, sweet vermouth
  • Reliable Cooler
    Bourbon, Aperol, lemon juice, simple syrup
  • Espresso Martini (Special)
    Vodka, Amaretto, espresso, simple syrup

Italian Buffet Menu

Soup

  • Ribollita (white bean soup)

Salads

  • Panzanella salad
  • White bean and arugula salad
  • Green bean salad
  • Antipasti salad

Carving Station

  • Roast Beef

Hot Entrées

  • Spazzatino di Manzo – beef stew with potatoes
  • Pollo alla Puttanesca – chicken with tomatoes, olives, capers, and anchovies
  • Frutti di Mare – seafood stew
  • Penne alla Vodka – tomato and cream sauce with Absolut vodka
  • Grilled Italian sausages with peppers, onions, and mushrooms
  • Honey curry roasted cauliflower
  • Crispy zucchini

Desserts

  • Cannoli
  • Tiramisù
  • Apple crostata
  • Torta della Nonna (Grandma’s cake)
  • Limoncello cake with raspberries

Pricing

  • $45 for NPC members
  • $55 for nonmembers

Reminder Free parking available for NPC members only with purchase food and beverage of $35 at Reliable Source.

If you're looking for a private space to entertain, the McClendon Room and Cosgrove Lounge are available free of charge for members with a minimum food and beverage purchase of $350 during the use of the room. To reserve either room, contact Mesfin Mekonen at [email protected].