Hi Scott,

Just thought you might want to know it seems like Burien is rapidly changing.

In the four years that we have had Bistro Baffi, there have been no incidents.

However, in the last six months we have had several unpleasant events. We had four tables stolen from our patio. We had both of our outside heaters stolen in spite of the fact that they were chained. The patio has been vandalized with flower pots stolen. It is really demoralizing and concerning. We involved the police.

You might want to let the locals know via your blog to be more vigilant about their own private property. We feel that it is a “local job”!

Regards,
Dinka Vujovich
Bistro Baffi
15217 21st Ave SW
Seahurst, WA

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We’d like to tip our Chef’s Hats to BTB Advertiser Bistro Baffi, as it has been voted the best Italian restaurant in Seattle by Citysearch for the second year in a row.

And they’re celebrating their victory with a special – according to Dinka Vujovich:

Chef Michael has decided to provide the very exceptional Three Rivers Winery 2001 Merlot Reserve and he is offering it to you at a discounted price of $50 per bottle (regular price is $100), until our supplies last.

This wine pairs well with our freshly made gnocchi with meat sauce and melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheese and with Venison Cannelloni served with spicy tomato sauce, Bechamel and melted Havarti cheese!

Now, how delicious is this!?

You be the judge!

Hope to see you!

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Bistro Baffi is located at 15217 21st Ave SW, across from the Seahurst Post Office and St. Francis of Assisi (206.244.0737).

For more info, check out their website here: http://www.bistrobaffi.com.

The B-Town Blog received this from our friends at Advertiser Bistro Baffi Monday. We also talked to them last week about what’s new at Bistro Baffi, but first the email:

Our Chef Michael is celebrating his Birthday on May 19Th . For this week he decided to offer you  a discount on his fresh homemade pappardelle pasta , with wild porcini and king oyster mushrooms, served with truffle oil and Alfredo sauce. This week only this pasta will be $20 (regular price is $30).

Bring your date and have a romantic dinner on our garden patio, or bring your family and friends and enjoy first summer like days at Bistro Baffi!

If you are celebrating a Birthday this week as well, please let our chef Michael know. He will be happy to offer you a complimentary Sambuca or Limoncello or Grappa with your Birthday Tiramisu.

We caught up with Chef Michael Vujovich and his wife Dinka last week at their restaurant in the Seahurst neighborhood of Burien (15217 21st Ave SW). They didn’t mention Michael’s birthday, but they did tell us about nightly pasta specials recently added to the menu. These homemade pastas are made fresh everyday by Chef Michael and displayed in a tray of specials and appetizers. These homemade pastas include:

• Lobster Ravioli
• Special Cannelloni Served when Chef Michael can find the meats:
  • Venison
  • Wild Game
  • Rabbit
  • Wild Boar

Dinka and Michael are especially proud of their servers. Dinka tells us that “Chef Michael has shared his knowledge of wines with our servers, and every night before dinner, he prepares them for the pairing of entrees and wine choices. They are very knowledgeable. ” Each night, they will present not only the menu to you and your dining companions, but a specially prepared tray of antipasti and pasta specials.

After Chef Michael’s birthday celebration, he will be leaving for a two-week trip to Italy and Montenegro. The trip is both pleasure to see old friends in Roma and perhaps play some soccer…and to meet with his new winery Bibiano in Tuscany. Bibiano will be the exclusive Italian winery bottling Baffi’s own San Giovese and Chianti “house wines.”  In Montenegro, he plans to help his friends and chefs open his restaurant for the season on The Adriatic Sea.

Bistro Baffi will remain open with Chef Thomas McCafertty preparing all your favorites from Bistro Baffi. Chef Thomas has been working side by side with Chef Michael. “He’s very skilled,” said Chef Michael. He’s also attended cooking school in Rome and worked in Rome and Paris.

Voted Best Italian Restaurant in Seattle by City Search in 2009, and Best Italian in Burien by the Highline Times, Bistro Baffi is open Monday-Saturday starting at 4pm.

Reservations are recommended on the weekends at 206-244-0737 or online at www.bistrobaffi.com.

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BTB Advertiser Bistro Baffi Italian Cuisine will be holding a festive six-course New Year’s Eve Dinner, with two seatings on Thursday, Dec. 3st.

Here are the details:

WHAT: Bistro Baffi Italian Cuisine Six-Course New Year’s Eve Dinner

WHEN: Thursday, Dec. 31st at either 5pm-7:30pm or 7:30pm-closing

COST: $100 per person, includes six-course dinner

RSVP: Reservation required and space is limited – please call (206) 244-0737 for your reservation today.

INFO: From their website:

Join us for a festive New Years Eve Dinner!

We are serving six course dinner.

Appetizers

• Stuffed mushrooms with prosciutto, roasted peppers, sun dried tomatoes, asparagus and pecans, served with spicy pink sauce.
• Caprese with fresh imported Buffalo mozzarella, tomatoes, basil and extra virgin olive oil.
• Lobster ravioli, served with truffle oil , Alfredo sauce and wild mushrooms
• Chef Michael’s Caesar salad

Main Course:
Choice of:

• New york Steak with fresh herbs
• Fillet Mignon wrapped in prosciutto with Barolo wine reduction
• Chicken Oscar, with crab meat and Bearnaise sauce
• Catch of the day , yet to be caught

Dessert

• Chef Michael’s award winning Tiramisu

Date: December 31st, 2009

Time: book your reservation for either of our two seating’s 5-7:30 or 7:30 -close

Reservation required. $100 per person, includes 6 course dinner.

Space is limited , please call (206) 244-0737 for your reservation today.

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Our friends at Advertiser Bistro Baffi Fine Italian Dining are now open for lunch, from Tuesdays through Fridays, from 11:30am to 2pm!

Talk about a great escape in the middle of your day – fresh, homemade Italian food right here in B-Town.

And recently, Bistro Baffi was voted the “Best Italian Restaurant in Seattle in 2009″ by the readers of City Search, as well as “The Best Place to Bring a Date” and “Best Restaurant $10 and Above” by the voters in the “Best of Highline” conducted by the Highline Times.

These back-to-back honors have been well earned by owners Dinka and Michael Vujovich. From a full bar, to Italian and local wines, to authentic and homemade pastas, fantastic steaks and seafood prepared the Italian way, there’s something to suit every discerning palate at Bistro Baffi. And according to Dinka, “we are going to feature fresh homemade pastas daily at very popular prices.”

Don’t believe us? Read our own Gina Bourdage’s review of Baffi here.

Bistro Baffi is located in what they like to call “a cozy little corner of Burien” at 15217 21st Ave SW, behind The Bean espresso stand and across from St. Francis, or online at www.bistrobaffi.com.

When you’re online, be sure and sign up for their newsletter to see the weekly specials. Reservations are recommended on weekends at 206-244-0737 or online by clicking here.

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Advertiser Bistro Baffi Italian Fine Dining has been voted the “Best Italian Restaurant in Seattle in 2009″ by the readers of City Search!

That’s great news for us Burienites, as we don’t have to travel far to enjoy what thousands of voters already know….that Burien’s own Bistro Baffi is the best for SEATTLE Italian food. And a special note – there’s nearly 400 Italian Restaurants in the Seattle area…and Bistro Baffi is numero uno!

And the locals love it too. Bistro Baffi has just been awarded “The Best Place to Bring a Date” and “Best Restaurant $10 and Above” by the voters in the “Best of Highline” conducted by the Highline Times (or read our review here, conducted by Gina Bourdage).

These back-to-back honors have been well earned by owners Dinka and Michael Vujovich. From a full bar, to Italian and local wines, to authentic and homemade pastas, fantastic steaks and seafood prepared the Italian way, there’s something to suit every discerning palate at Bistro Baffi.

Don’t forget “Bring Your Own Wine Thursdays,” when, if you bring your own bottle of wine, there’s no corkage fee.

New to Baffi this fall is Chef Francesco Troiano (pictured, left). He’s a third generation chef from Napoli (Naples). He’s also a graduate of Paris’ Culinary Arts in BOTH Italian and French cuisine! He’s created what Chef Michael calls the “perfect marriage of blending sauces” (created by Chef Michael) “and pastas” (created by Chef Michael). Every night they’re preparing Italian specialties like cannelloni, ravioli, agnolotti, lasagna and strozzapreti for their patrons.  The fun thing is that Chef Francesco or Chef Michael will bring these pasta specials and their seafood and meat specials directly to your table for you to see before you make up your mind.

Bistro Baffi is located in what they like to call “a cozy little corner of Burien.” You can find them at 15217 21st Ave SW, behind The Bean espresso stand and across from St. Francis, or online at www.bistrobaffi.com. When you’re online, be sure and sign up for their newsletter to see the weekly specials. Reservations are recommended on weekends at 206-244-0737 or online by clicking here.

BTB congratulates Advertiser Bistro Baffi on their big wins. You can enjoy the #1 Italian cuisine in the Seattle area Monday-Saturday starting at 5pm.

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BTB Advertiser Bistro Baffi (in conjunction with Vino Bello) is holding a special evening of Fine Italian Food & Wine presented by Nardone Wine this coming Monday, June 1st.

Here are the details:

WHAT: Bistro Baffi & Vino Bello Evening of Fine Italian Food and Wine

WHEN: Monday, June 1st from 6:30-9:30pm

WHERE: Bistro Baffi Restaurant, located at 15217 21st Ave SW across from the Seahurst Post Office

COST: $100 per person, includes free flowing wine and food, with tax included.

INFO: Seating is limited, reservations required. 50% deposit required; Please call 206.244.0737.

Salute e Grazie per essere con noi questa sera!

“The Nardone family life is integrated with the history and traditions of Italian wines. Giovanni Nardone,founder of Nardone Wine learned his craft in Italy on the family vineyard. Today with sons, they are constantly discovering new wines and bringing them to America for a true experience in fine traditional Italian wines.”

MENU:

Aperitivo: Spumante Prizze DOC

Lazio-A fine traditional Italian sparkling wine, fresh flavors caressing finish

Antipasto: Clams Rockefeller

Wild Clams baked and stuffed with four different cheeses and arugula

Pinot Grigio Foffani IGT

Friuli-A fine fruitful, yet slight dry wine with a wonderful finish; 100% Pinot Grigio

Salad: Caprese

Italian Roman tomatoes, fresh buffalo mozzarella, basil and extra virgin olive Oil

Chianti Uccelliera DOCG

Toscana-Smooth tasting wine with hints of berry and liquorice, big finish 90% Sangiovese 10%Caniaolo

Secondo

Bistecca Romana

Fillet Mignon wrapped with prosciutto, roasted garlic in a Chianti wine sauce

King Salmon grilled with capers, white wine, fresh herbs and lemon

OR

Chicken Oscar: grilled breast of Chicken topped with crab meat in a Bearnaise sauce

Brunello Di Montalcino Poggio Nardone DOCG

Toscana-Rich, bright and refined tannins. Full-bodied with a fine balance of flavors

100% Sangiovese Grosso

Dolce: Tiramisu, traditional Italian love cake

Moscato D’Asti Casetta DOCG

Piemonte-A sparkling wine, wonderful in the mouth- sweet flavors and unique finish

Wines available at Vino Bello Wine Shop.

Ben Venuto (welcome back) Bistro Baffi!

No, they haven’t been anywhere, they’ve just come back as an Advertiser to The B-Town Blog.

Baffi has just spent the entire month of April celebrating their second anniversary here in Burien. Tucked away in a quiet corner of the Seahurst neighborhood of Burien, Baffi has become a place for locals to celebrate special occasions. But don’t wait for a birthday or anniversary to enjoy the everyday pleasures of our own Bistro Baffi.

It’s also a neighborhood restaurant where folks can stop by after a long day and enjoy a plate of pasta and a glass of wine or beer or an appetizer and cocktail and still walk out with a delicious and hearty meal without breaking the bank.

They’ve recently introduced a “Happy Hour” menu Monday through Wednesday from 5-7pm. During this time you can enjoy great Italian food, starting at $9. There’s eight Italian entrees on the menu, many featuring Chef Michael’s famous Pink Sauce, with fresh ingredients like chicken, mushrooms, capers, shrimp, olives or sun dried tomatoes. Yum!

And now that it’s threatening to be springtime around here, you can enjoy our great outdoors by dining on their beautiful outdoor patio. The plantings are reminiscent of outdoor dining in some of Italy’s greatest cities like Sorrento or the great Piazza Novana in Roma. If it’s still a little chill for you to eat al fresco, don’t worry, it’s heated. Plus a well kept secret is their back deck, which is reminiscent of dining in your friend’s backyard…if your friend is a fantastic Italian chef!

If you prefer to bring your own wine to dinner try Baffi’s “No corkage Thursday.” Bring your own bottle or bottles of wine and they will not charge a corkage fee (usually a $15 charge). How cool is that? Imagine the savings!

Bistro Baffi is located at 15217 21st Ave SW in Burien across from the Seahurst Post Office, about 10 minutes from the SeaTac Airport and 25 minutes from downtown Seattle, and just minutes from anywhere in the greater Highline area.

Hours are Monday-Saturday starting at 5pm. Call 206-244-0737 for reservations (recommended Thursday-Saturday).

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BTB Advertiser Bistro Baffi wants all Readers to know about their special upcoming Italian Wine Dinner on Monday, April 27th, which is co-sponsored by Vino Bello and will feature special guest, Italian Wine Importer Gianpietro Ottolini.

Here are the delicious details:

WHAT: Italian Wine Dinner at Bistro Baffi

WHEN: Monday, April 27th from 6:30pm to 9:30pm

WHERE: Bistro Baffi Italian Cuisine, located at 15217 21st SW across from the Seahurst Post Office

COST: $100 per person, which includes a 4-course dinner, tax and free-flowing wine all night

RSVP: Reservations required. $100 per person, includes tax and 4-course dinner with free flowing wine. Space is limited, please call (206) 244-0737 to make your reservation today.

INFO: “Join us for a special Wine Dinner hosted by Bistro Baffi and Vino Bello Wine Bar with special guest, Italian Wine Importer, Gianpietro Ottolini. This is a once in a lifetime chance to experience these truly unique and magical wines.

Gianpietro was born in a small town in Alps of Lombardia, on the shore of lake Lugano. He first visited Seattle in 1991, fell in love and married. He spent the next 12 years in the wine trade in Seattle before setting up his import company featuring a carefully assembled portfolio of unusual Italian wines. His focus is indigenous Italian varietals that are very unique and rarely tasted. These wines display exceptional individuality, glorious aromatics and palate – stretching flavors. Meet Gianpietro and explore these unique wines paired with Chef Michael’s especially paired dishes.”

MENU:

Antipasti

Funghi Ripieni
Stuffed Mushrooms with prosciutto, roasted bell peppers, sun dried tomatoes, asparagus and pecans, served with spicy pink sauce paired with Livio Pavese Prosecco-Made from 100% Prosecco grapes in an extra-dry style, this wine is vibrant and exuberant. Notes of spring blossoms and fresh apple.

Insalata
Chef Michael’s special Caesar Salad : Romaine lettuce with fresh made Caesar dressing, croutons and aged Parmesan cheese paired with Coffele Soave Classico made from100% Estate -grown Garganega grape variety. This wine has intense aromatics reminiscent of acacia and cherry blossoms, fresh apple with notes of sage, vanilla and mineral. Medium bodied and well built mouth feel.

Secondi Piatti (choose one)

a) Pollo Oscar
Grilled chicken with crab meat in Bearnaise sauce paired with Nera “Alisio” Sassella DOCG. 100% Chiavennasca (Nebbiolo) The vineyards of this Northern Italian viticultural region are planted on the south facing slopes of the Alps at an altitude ranging from 1300 to 2500 ft. This is truly elegant Nebbiolo, very structured and age -worthy with intense floral and explosive dark fruit and tobacco notes.

b) Branzino
Grilled sea bass served with roasted red bell pepper and cognac sauce , and sun dried tomatoes paired with Campodelsole San Maglorio di Romagna Superiore DOC. Campodelsole is a jaw-dropping renovation of an old farm, which was once part of the Franciscan Monks’ estate back in the 15Th C. Campodelsole wines have distinct character and purity. The San Maglorio is selected from lots of the Estate vineyards, all stainless steel fermented to preserve the complex and floral aromas, lots of juicy cherries and rich, long finish.

c) Bistecca Romana
Fillet Mignon wrapped with prosciutto , grilled and served with roasted garlic, and Chianti wine reduction paired with Terenzi Cesanese del Piglio Colle Forma DOC. 100% Cesanese from the Lazio region very close to Rome. Cesanese is the name of one of the indigenous grape varieties only grown here and was amongst the favorites on the tables of Roman Emperors and Popes.This wine has powerful elegance reminiscent of Pinot Noir but is much bigger in style. It shows a deep ruby color with violet hues; intense bouquet of black cherries and currants, with well-structured mouth feel.

Dolce
Livio Pavese Barolo Chianto paired with Chef Michael’s Tiramisu.
A pharmacist in the late 1800′s created this concoction by adding to the Barolo wine a cocktail of wine distilled with the Chincona tree bark, rhubarb root, cardamon seeds and other herbs and spices. It is divine with dark chocolate or even with a little seltzer as an aperitif.

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BTB Advertiser Bistro Baffi gives Burien a refreshing twist on the expected Italian fare.

From the moment you enter the Bistro you feel like family. Fresh, not over seasoned flavors resonate though each dish. The originality and robust selections on the menu make an evening in the little corner Seahurst hideaway enchanting. I don’t know if it was the fireplace, the colorful artwork or the impressive wall of wine but the romantic atmosphere of Bistro Baffi cannot be denied despite its tucked-away location.

Former owners of The Beach House Italian Café on Alki, Michael Vujovich (chef) and his wife Dinka have brought Burien an inspiring variation to the expected Italian cuisine. Shopping daily for the freshest ingredients at Pike Place Market is how Michael determines what he will create for the daily specials. Offering flavors of his home in Montenegro, there are options for even the most discerning palate at very reasonable prices. He even makes it a point to visit each and every table to make sure you are enjoying your meal. You won’t be able to mistake Michael due to his signature handlebar or “baffi” moustache and charismatic personality.

Michael Vujovich, Owner/Chef of Bistro Baffi.

I had the pleasure of experiencing the daily special of pork with grilled peppers and a creamy Gorgonzola which could have been easily overpowered by the strong flavors of the aged cheese, but was seasoned to perfection. I started off the meal with the signature stuffed mushroom caps with more than your traditional basics inside. They were accompanied by the famous spicy pink sauce which I expected a heavy bite from the description but was pleasantly surprised to find the spice was only a gentle kiss in the delicious blend. The freshness of each dish truly showed through by not being over spiced allowing the integrity of each ingredient shine. I wrapped up the meal with a tiramisu and an entertaining shot of flaming Sambuca. I have had my share of tiramisu in the past but Bistro Baffi has found a way to balance the sweet and savory for a wonderful end to the evening.

To find food this fresh and genuine you would expect to pay quite a bit more than the prices you will find on the menu.

I learned also that this February 14th, Valentines Day, Bistro Baffi is taking reservations for a romantic six-course dinner with a variety of options for the main course. Mentioning you heard about this event, which has limited space, on The B-Town Blog will allow you to receive $20 off for each person along with discounts on wines from around the world. Call (206) 244-0737 to book your special Valentine’s Day Dinner package before Feb. 10th (the secret password is “Scontare“)!

Tucked away in Seahurst, Bistro Baffi is worth finding.

Insiders tip; ask for the daily specials on any visit. These items will not only be some of the freshest and most seasonal ideas straight from the creative chef, but something you may not be able to get on a daily basis.

I had driven by Bistro Baffi a number of times always telling myself, I have to check that place out some time, I can genuinely say I am glad I did. This place is a must visit for a night of exceptional flavors made by a family that takes pride in and loves to share with their guests cuisine of the home in Montenegro.

Bistro Baffi is located at 15217 21st Ave SW in Burien, across from the Seahurst Post Office and St. Francis of Assisi:

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