BRIO Tuscan Grille Locations Across the Nation Honor "The Art of Pasta" During October - National Pasta Month, with Chef-Inspired Three-Course Prix Fixe Meals for $19.95

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Oct. 2, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Preparing the perfect pasta dish is an art that BRIO chefs have perfected – and with their "The Art of Pasta" promotion celebrating National Pasta Month (October), BRIO locations across the U.S. are serving delicious three-course prix fixe meals for only $19.95. BRIO is owned and operated by Columbus-based BRAVO I BRIO Restaurant Group (BBRG).    

Available Oct. 4–29, 2015; Sunday–Thursday, "The Art of Pasta" three-course meals include a salad, chef-inspired featured pasta and dessert. Each pasta dish on the menu was selected from BRIO chef-inspired creations.

Salad Choices

• BRIO Chopped Salad: Chopped greens, tomatoes, black olives, red onion, cucumber, Feta, and red wine vinaigrette
• Caesar Salad with brioche croutons
• Bistecca Insalata: Lettuce wedge, Gorgonzola, bacon, tomatoes, and creamy Parmesan dressing

Pasta Choices

• Chicken, Sweet Potato & Brown Butter Campanelle: Barilla® campanelle, crimini mushrooms, spinach, pancetta, thyme, Parmesan, champagne brown butter sauce, and toasted bread crumbs (pairs beautifully with Porta Palo Chardonnay – $7.25/glass or Porta Palo Sauvignon Blanc – $6.95/glass). This dish was created by Executive Chef Joseph Milbert from BRIO Scottsdale Quarter in Scottsdale, Arizona.
• Sausage Napoli: Barilla spaghettini, sausage, crimini mushrooms, spinach, garlic, creamy charred tomato sauce, Parmesan, toasted bread crumbs (a wonderful pairing with Porta Palo Merlot – $7.25/glass). This dish is the creation of Executive Chef Brett Ellefson of BRIO at The Vistas at Park Meadows in Denver, Colorado.
• Piccante Chicken Spaghettini: Barilla spaghettini, grilled chicken, red peppers, asparagus, bacon, Boursin, fiery Picante sauce, crispy onion straws, Feta, and cilantro (pairs exquisitely with Porta Palo Cabernet Sauvignon – $7.95 a glass). Chef Josh LaQuet of BRIO at Irvine Spectrum Center in Irvine, California created this dish.

Dessert Choices

• Caramel Mascarpone Cheesecake: Anglaise sauce, vanilla whipped cream
• Creme Brulee with vanilla bean and caramelized sugar
• Chef's Seasonal Dolchino: Guests can ask their server for the seasonal selection.

For those who wish to indulge only in BRIO's delectable pasta from "The Art of Pasta" menu, guests can purchase any one of the three pasta dishes alone for $13.95 at lunch or $15.95 at dinner.    

"BRIO guests love exploring Italian cuisine, and they trust our chefs to be their guides," said BBRG President & Chief Operating Officer Brian O'Malley. "It's a natural fit to team up with two quality brand partners like Porta Palo and Barilla for this promotion, since both offer great products, as well as knowledge of authentic Italian flavors."  

About BRIO Tuscan Grille
BRIO (meaning "lively" or "full of life") is a "polished casual" restaurant serving authentic, northern Italian cuisine. The subtitle, "Tuscan Grille" is descriptive in the menu that features oven-roasted steaks, chops and seafood, similar to what one would find in an authentic ristorante in Tuscany. BRIO's philosophy is "to eat well, is to live well;" which is why it only uses the finest and freshest ingredients. BRIO brings the pleasure of the Tuscan country villa to the American city. BRIO is part of Columbus-based BRAVO|BRIO Restaurant Group (BBRG). Founded in 1992, BBRG currently operates more than 100 restaurants including BRAVO! Cucina Italiana, BRIO Tuscan Grille and Bon Vie Bistro. Please visit the website for BRIO locations at www.brioitalian.com and follow the restaurant on Twitter (@brioitalian) and Facebook (facebook.com/brioitalian)

About BRAVO | BRIO Restaurant Group, Inc.
BRAVO | BRIO Restaurant Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: BBRG) is a leading owner and operator of two distinct Italian restaurant brands, BRAVO! Cucina Italiana and BRIO Tuscan Grille. BBRG has positioned its brands as multifaceted culinary destinations that deliver the ambiance, design elements and food quality reminiscent of fine dining restaurants at a value typically offered by casual dining establishments, a combination known as the upscale affordable dining segment. Each of BBRG's brands provides its guests with a fine dining experience and value by serving affordable cuisine prepared using fresh flavorful ingredients and authentic Italian cooking methods, combined with attentive service in an attractive, lively atmosphere. BBRG strives to be the best Italian restaurant company in America and is focused on providing its guests an excellent dining experience through consistency of execution. For more information, visit www.bbrg.com.

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