Tasting Dinners
NEW – Historical Tasting Dinner
The culture of tasting dinners was inspired by the French word "degustation," meaning a careful probing of various food products, with utmost attention to culinary sensations and menus. At Trinity, we take these principles to heart, offering an extraordinary tasting dinner experience that showcases our dedication to the art of fine dining.
Our tasting dinners consist of an aperitif, amuse-bouche (or one-bite appetizers), main courses, and dessert, all meticulously crafted to create a memorable evening experience. Each component of the tasting menu is designed to take you on a culinary journey, where every bite tells a story and every dish is a new discovery.
What does tasting menu mean? It refers to a carefully curated selection of dishes, often smaller in portion size, that allows diners to experience a variety of flavors and textures in one sitting. The goal is to offer a comprehensive and satisfying meal that highlights the chef's creativity and skill. At Trinity, our tasting menu in Vilnius is a perfect example of this dining style, providing guests with an unforgettable gastronomic adventure.
Following the creed of a classical restaurant, we indulge in the Italian way of conducting dinner - lemon sorbet with a selected distilled beverage called "Intermezzo," designed to refresh the palate before the main course. This tradition adds a touch of elegance and sophistication to our tasting dinners, ensuring that each course is savored to its fullest.
Our tasting menu features an array of tasting menu dishes that are both innovative and rooted in tradition. From the freshest seafood to the finest cuts of meat, each dish is prepared with the highest quality ingredients and presented with artistic flair.
The menu changes seasonally to reflect the best produce available, allowing our chefs to continuously explore new flavors and techniques.
Imagine beginning your evening with a delicate amuse-bouche that awakens your senses, followed by a series of exquisitely plated courses that each bring a unique flavor profile to the table. Our tasting menu dishes are designed to complement each other, creating a harmonious progression of flavors that leave a lasting impression.
At Trinity, we believe that a tasting dinner is more than just a meal; it is an experience that engages all the senses. The ambiance of our restaurant, with its elegant decor and attentive service, enhances the overall dining experience, making it a night to remember. Whether you are a seasoned food enthusiast or new to the concept of tasting menus, our tasting menu in Vilnius offers something for everyone.
Our chefs are passionate about pushing the boundaries of traditional cuisine, experimenting with new ingredients and cooking methods to create dishes that are both familiar and surprising. Each tasting menu dish is a testament to their dedication and creativity, offering diners a glimpse into the culinary innovation that defines Trinity.
Book your table today and discover what does tasting menu mean at Trinity. Let us take you on a culinary journey that celebrates the art of fine dining and the joy of sharing exceptional food with great company. At Trinity, every meal is a celebration of taste, creativity, and the love of good food.
Tasting Dinner
Aperitif
Homemade beetroot bread with freshly whipped burned butter.
Appetizers
Wild Sea Bass Crudo, fennel, chili jam
Creamy Jerusalem artichoke soup, truffle duxelle, broad beans, sugar snap peas
Main Courses
Duck fillet, pomme purée, cherry kompot, demi glace, rainbow chard
Dessert
White chocolate crème brûlée with cherries.
Historical Tasting Dinner
Rye Bread with Beets
Begin your journey with humble rye bread and beets — a staple that sustained the Benedictine nuns through prayer and fasting.
Porcini Dumpling
At the center of the broth sits a majestic porcini dumpling, symbolizing the Benedictine sisters’ determination and unyielding character. When a bishop forbade them from feeding a sick nun a doctor-prescribed nourishing broth, they defied the order in secret and nursed their sister back to health.
Zander
Royal zander, symbolizing the monastery’s close ties with Vilnius traders and fishermen who gifted the nuns freshly caught fish.
Cherry Sorbet
A refreshing cherry sorbet inspired by the monastery’s single cherished cherry tree — and the lesson learned when a young nun secretly ate its precious fruit.
Lamb Marinated with Orange Peel
Lamb infused with orange peel, representing the golden age of the Vilnius Benedictine community and their struggle against the strict Rule of St. Benedict.
Lithuanian Dark Beer & Chocolate Fondant
A celebratory finale: dark beer–chocolate fondant with malt ice cream and hop caramel, echoing the nuns’ long-awaited victory for dignified living conditions.