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Maggiano's Little Italy(R) Celebrates Sixth Annual 'Eat-A-Dish for Make-A-Wish(R)'
Special Menu Items, Co-Branded Gift Cards, Inspiring Star Cards Make Giving Easy
Throughout the fundraiser, Maggiano's features a special "Eat-A-Dish for
Make-A-Wish" menu. When guests select items off the special menu, Maggiano's
will donate
-- Mediterranean Bruschetta - an appetizer featuring Fontina fondue topped with fresh asparagus and artichoke relish baked on crispy garlic bread. -- Bolognese Stuffed Shells - jumbo pasta shells stuffed with Italian seasoned beef and Asiago cheese, baked with a light tomato cream sauce. -- Chicken Romano withAngel Hair - tender herb and Parmesan-crusted chicken served over angel hair pasta with artichokes, garlic and tomatoes in a light lemon butter sauce. -- Seared Shrimp al' Arrabbiata - pan-seared shrimp tossed with roasted peppers, fresh garlic, capers and olives in a homemade spicy tomato sauce and served over tender orzo pasta. -- Berry Tiramisu - a decadent seasonal twist on our classic dessert, layered with fresh blueberries, blackberries and strawberries. -- Star Lemon Cookies - special star-shaped versions of Maggiano's traditional glazed lemon cookies. -- Sparkling Peach Lemonade - a refreshing blend of peach puree and sparkling lemonade, garnished with vanilla sugar and a fresh mint leaf.
Guests also may contribute by purchasing gift cards co-branded for
Maggiano's and the Make-A-Wish Foundation. For every
"At Maggiano's, we're all about celebrating life and love with family and friends. Our partnership with the Make-A-Wish Foundation enables us to extend that spirit to the Make-A-Wish families," said Wyman Roberts, president of Maggiano's Little Italy. "For five years, our guests and teammates have been inspired by the phenomenal strength and bright attitudes displayed by everyone associated with the Make-A-Wish Foundation, and with the help of our guests, we want to ensure they get the support they need to keep providing that inspiration for years to come."
In the preceding five years, the Eat-A-Dish for Make-A-Wish program has
raised more than
"Maggiano's continues to find compelling ways to involve its guests
through the annual 'Eat-A-Dish for Make-A-Wish' program," said
About Maggiano's Little Italy
Maggiano's Little Italy specializes in Italian-American cuisine served in
a warm and friendly atmosphere. Maggiano's menu features both classic and
contemporary recipes -- authentic pastas, signature salads, prime steaks,
fresh seafood, regular chef specials and specialty desserts. Maggiano's 45
locations worldwide offer lunch and dinner, delivery, carryout service and
banquet spaces for special occasions. Maggiano's is one of three restaurant
brands in the portfolio of
About the Make-A-Wish Foundation
The
SOURCE Maggiano's Little Italy
CONTACT:
Kari Streiber of Firehouse
+1-972-692-0938
for Maggiano's, or Brinker International Media Hotline
1-800-775-7290
Web Site: http://www.maggianos.com
http://www.wish.org