Prelude 2026 is right around the corner, and we could not be more excited to welcome you to Rome. As we prepare for a weekend filled with unforgettable musical and cultural experiences, we are thrilled to preview the dining moments and receptions that will complement your journey. Thank you to everyone who has already completed the pre-departure survey. If you have not had a chance yet, please be sure to share any allergies or dietary restrictions so we can best accommodate your needs. From welcome aperitifs and a special opening dinner to an opera evening reception and a festive farewell dinner with live music, the culinary highlights of Prelude 2026 promise to be as memorable as the performances themselves. Explore the menus below and get ready to enjoy Rome one delicious moment at a time. The Dome Hotel Restaurant Welcome Aperitif with Canapés We begin Prelude 2026 with a relaxed welcome aperitif at The Dome Hotel Restaurant, featuring a generous selection of canapés. Canapés Milk bread with mortadella and goat cheese Savory croissant with chicken salad Savory croissant with tuna, tomato, and mayonnaise Mozzarella and tomato finger Chef’s flatbread Fried vegetables Sweet Bites Assorted sweet finger desserts Beverages Prosecco Virgin fruit cocktail Aperol Spritz Campari Spritz Mineral water Sala dei Papi Welcome Dinner Following the private performance and guided visit at Santa Maria Maggiore, we gather for a special welcome dinner in the Sala dei Papi. First Course Panciotti filled with eggplant and scamorza, with cherry tomatoes and Parmigiano Main Course Veal mille feuille with sautéed rainbow chard in butter Dessert Tiramisù Beverages Soft drinks White and red wine Still and sparkling mineral water Teatro dell'Opera di Roma Evening Aperitif with Canapés Before the evening opera performance, enjoy an aperitif accompanied by a chef’s selection of canapés. Canapés Avocado and salmon tartlets Vegetable caponata tartlet Mini buns with chicken salad Mini buns with eggplant cream and salted ricotta Parmesan rochers with pistachio and sesame crust Apulian style pizza squares with olives and cherry tomatoes Two tone rice with wok sautéed vegetables and feta Apulian stracciata with basil pesto and taralli crumbs Chickpea, potato, orange, and Taggiasca olive salad Beverages Still and sparkling mineral water Non alcoholic cocktail Prosecco Aperol Spritz Farewell Dinner with Live Music We conclude Prelude 2026 with a festive farewell dinner and live music accompaniment. Welcome Prosecco Starter Small pumpkin flan with crispy guanciale and spicy provolone sauce First Course Mezzi ziti pasta with braised beef ragù Main Course Pork fillet with red wine jus and braised vegetables Dessert Maritozzo with whipped cream and coffee granita Beverages Still and sparkling mineral water White wine: Chardonnay “Pietragrande”, Tenuta Lunelli Red wine: “Ziggurat”, Tenuta Lunelli Share Your Memories We invite you to share your favorite moments from Prelude 2026. Capture the inspiring performances, beautiful venues, and standout dining experiences that make this weekend so special. Use the hashtag #Prelude26 on social media or upload your photos directly to our gallery below. Upload Your Photos