If you’ve ever lost an afternoon scrolling through pastry chef Renae Connolly’s Instagram feed — you’re not alone and you’re not really getting the full experience (a picture may be worth a thousand words but you still can’t eat it). What’s a sweets lover to do with so many desserts and a limited number of dinners after which to enjoy them? Book a table at Benedetto’s second annual La Dolci Vita Dinner, scheduled for Tuesday, August 21st, and you can enjoy a multi-course meal featuring confectionery treats from the 2018 James Beard Award nominee. Starting at 7:00pm, you’ll take your seat for the five-course tasting (see the full menu below), which costs $65 per person plus $30 more for beverage pairings if you so choose. Call 617.661.5050 to make your reservation before the seats run out!

Raspberry Lemonade Granita with Champagne Mango and Calaminth

Watermelon Cloud with Heirloom Melons, Calabrian Chili and Rose Sherbet

Roasted Summer Peaches with Brown Butter, Lemon and Herb Butter Crust

Apricot Semi-Freddo with Sunflower Nougatine, Birch Meringues and Zucchini Cake

Ciocolatini di Benedetto (a tasting of house made bon bons and chocolate bites)