cille and scoe

Popcorn Cauliflower

Crispy cauliflower florets elevated with Pecorino Romano, savory roasted garlic, truffle oil, and anchovy cream.

Ingredient Insights

Crispy cauliflower provides a hearty base, while Pecorino Romano adds a sharp, salty note, and roasted garlic contributes rich savory depth.

Wine Pairing: La Crema Chardonnay

Pairs well with umami from truffle oil and anchovy cream, balancing flavors.

Shrimp & Gritcakes

Coastal Carolina shrimp paired with Neese’s sausage and creamy grit cakes.

Ingredient Insights

Sweetness of shrimp contrasts with savory sausage; creamy stone-ground grits absorb flavors.

Wine Pairing: Quara Malbec

Balances sweetness of shrimp and richness of sausage.

Charcuterie Board

Selection of North Carolina’s finest cheeses and meats, complemented by spreads, fresh fruits, and artisan breads.

Ingredient Insights

Variety of cheeses and cured meats create distinct profiles; fruits add natural sweetness.

Wine Pairing: Bonanza Cabernet Sauvignon

Dark fruit flavors enhance the cheeses and meats for a balanced tasting experience.

Charred Wings

Smoky chicken wings tossed in ‘Cille sauce, served with dill ranch.

Ingredient Insights

Charred exterior adds crunch; dill ranch provides refreshing contrast.

Wine Pairing: Pomelo Sauvignon Blanc

Wine's acidity helps cut through rich ‘Cille sauce.

Southern Egg Rolls

Crispy rolls filled with black-eyed peas, collards, and sweet onions, finished with sweet and spicy glaze.

Ingredient Insights

Crispy exterior contrasts with soft filling; black-eyed peas offer nutty earthiness.

Wine Pairing: Farmhouse Red Blend

Balances sweet and spicy glaze with earthy collards.

Winter Colors Salad

Roasted root vegetables, toasted walnuts, and creamy fried goat cheese with Dijon vinaigrette.

Ingredient Insights

Natural sweetness and earthiness from root vegetables; goat cheese adds richness.

Wine Pairing: Vrac Beaujolais

Light fruitiness enhances root vegetables and goat cheese.

The Sprout Salad

Brussels sprouts, craisins, toasted almonds, creamy goat cheese, and lemon vinaigrette.

Ingredient Insights

Crunchy sprouts balance tart craisins; toasted almonds add nuttiness.

Wine Pairing: The Crossings Sauvignon Blanc

Herbaceous notes align with Brussels sprouts and craisins.

Beth to Caesar

Twist on Caesar with romaine, red cabbage, blackened chicken, anchovy cream, and crouton dust.

Ingredient Insights

Romaine and red cabbage offer crunch; spiced chicken adds depth.

Wine Pairing: J Lohr Chardonnay

Buttery texture complements bold blackened chicken.

Slow & Low

Tender short ribs served over au gratin potatoes with pan-dripping gravy and crispy tobacco onions.

Ingredient Insights

Slow-braised ribs are tender; creamy potatoes soak up savory gravy.

Wine Pairing: Cakebread Cabernet Sauvignon

Full-bodied richness complements the hearty short ribs.

First Date

Luxurious sous-vide filet mignon with artisan mushrooms and crispy leeks.

Ingredient Insights

Tender filet with earthy mushrooms; crispy leeks add texture.

Wine Pairing: Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon

Bold structure pairs exquisitely with filet and mushrooms.

Chicken in Dumplings

Shredded chicken and dumplings in creamy chicken gravy.

Ingredient Insights

Shredded chicken adds protein; dumplings absorb flavorful gravy.

Wine Pairing: La Crema Chardonnay

Creamy texture enhances savory chicken gravy.

Tunami

Seared ahi tuna on smoky bacon and white beans with balsamic reduction.

Ingredient Insights

Fresh tuna pairs with rich bacon; acidity brightens the dish.

Wine Pairing: Ruggeri Prosecco Rosé

Effervescence balances richness of bacon and beans.

The New Standard

Grass-fed beef meatball over rustic linguine with spinach and mushroom demi.

Ingredient Insights

Meatball is rich; linguine holds sauce well.

Wine Pairing: Cella Lambrusco

Light sparkling properties complement meatball richness.

Ode to the Castle

Gourmet burger with hand-pattied chuck, aged cheese, and brioche.

Ingredient Insights

Juicy beef enhanced by creamy cheddar and soft brioche.

Wine Pairing: One Hope Cabernet Sauvignon

Rich dark fruit flavors enhance the gourmet burger.

Flame-Grilled Oysters

Oysters grilled with a smoky bacon compound butter.

Ingredient Insights

Grilled oysters maintain freshness while bacon butter adds richness.

Wine Pairing: Montparnasse Brut Split

Crisp sparkling wine complements oysters and bacon butter.

Pot Likkor Bread

Cornbread served with pot likkor and jalapeño pimento honey butter.

Ingredient Insights

Cornbread’s sweetness pairs with savory pot likkor and spicy butter.

Wine Pairing: Villa Riesling Spätlese

Sweetness balances the spice from the jalapeño.

Elevated Fish Sticks

Crispy flounder with green pea purée and Texas Pete aioli.

Ingredient Insights

Crispy flounder contrasts with creamy pea purée.

Wine Pairing: Three Pears Pinot Grigio

Citrus notes enhance flounder and pea purée.

The Relentless

Crispy pork belly with root vegetables, apple chutney, and charred leeks.

Ingredient Insights

Rich pork belly balanced by sweet apple chutney and earthy root vegetables.

Wine Pairing: Vrac Côtes du Rhône

Spice in the wine pairs excellently with pork belly.

Sweet Potato Gnocchi

Pillowy gnocchi in sage butter topped with parmesan.

Ingredient Insights

Sweetness from gnocchi pairs with nutty sage butter.

Wine Pairing: Parducci Pinot Noir

Earthy undertones complement sweetness of potatoes.