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BRIO Tuscan Grille Restaurants Across the Nation "Fire Up" the Art of Grilling June 1-30 With Three-Course Dinner Special, Giveaways & Special Recipes

COLUMBUS, Ohio, June 2, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — Using Tuscan traditions created hundreds of years ago, BRIO has mastered the art of understanding the intricacies of grilling a perfect meal. Therefore, it's only natural that in June, BRIO Tuscan Grille restaurants across the U.S. are celebrating their "grilling game" with "The Art of Grilling – Mastered by Chefs at BRIO" promotion, giveaways and succulent recipe postings. BRIO is owned and operated by BRAVO I BRIO Restaurant Group (BBRG).

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From June 1–30, Sunday–Thursday after 4 p.m., BRIO will present "The Art of Grilling" three-course dinner special, including a choice of salad, grilled entrée with chef-inspired toppings and a Dolchino dessert for $26.95.

Guests can start their savory meal with a choice of salad: BRIO Chopped Salad, with chopped greens, tomatoes, black olives, red onion, cucumber, Feta and red wine vinaigrette; Caesar Salad with Brioche croutons, or Bistecca Insalata, a lettuce wedge with Gorgonzola, bacon, tomatoes and creamy Parmesan dressing.

The mouthwatering main course choices are Artichoke & Boursin Crusted Pork Chop with roasted vegetables and mashed potatoes, which pairs beautifully with Sketchbook Pinot Noir (glass – $9.95, bottle – $38); Grilled Beef Medallions and Black Pepper Shrimp with roasted vegetables and mashed potatoes, recommend to pair with the exquisite Sketchbook Cabernet Sauvignon (glass – $10.95, bottle –$40); or Crab & Shrimp Crusted Salmon with roasted vegetables, farro, quinoa and lemon vinaigrette, which is an excellent choice to pair with Paul Dolan Sauvignon Blanc (glass – $9.95, bottle – $38).

For a sweet end to their scrumptious meal, guests can choose one of three Dolchinos (petite favorites): Caramel Mascarpone Cheesecake, featuring anglaise sauce and vanilla whipped cream; Creme Brulee, with vanilla bean and caramelized sugar; or a seasonal selection, offering the finest and freshest ingredients of the season.

In addition, BRIO will be hosting a "For the Thrill of the Grille" contest on Facebook from June 1–30. BRIO fans who post their favorite grilling recipe or dish will be entered in a chance to win a chef-inspired "Gather & Grille Dinner Party for 8" at their favorite BRIO location. To enter, guests will visit the official BRIO Facebook page: www.facebook.com/brioitalian.

BRIO will also be hosting an INSTA-GRILLE GIVEAWAY contest on Instagram, www.instagram.com/briotuscangrille. To enter, guests will share their favorite photo of a dish they have prepared and grilled. The winner will receive a box of premium cut filets and strip steaks along with a new grill.

Also, at www.BrioItalian.com, from June 1–30, guests will have the opportunity to bring some of BRIO's grilling mastery into their own kitchen with various recipes, including a red wine reduction with Sketchbook Pinot Noir – great for topping or marinating steak.

"We take great pride in our grilling expertise, preparing the highest quality beef, pork and seafood as an art form. When we combine these items with the freshest ingredients, we create timeless, chef-inspired Tuscan cuisine," said Alison Peters, executive culinary director of BRIO Tuscan Grille.

Reservations at BRIO can be made online by visiting www.BrioItalian.com. For a list of locations, please visit www.BrioItalian.com.

About BRAVO | BRIO Restaurant Group, Inc.
BRAVO | BRIO Restaurant Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: BBRG) is a leading owner and operator of two distinct Italian restaurant brands, BRAVO! Cucina Italiana and BRIO Tuscan Grille. BBRG has positioned its brands as multifaceted culinary destinations that deliver the ambiance, design elements and food quality reminiscent of fine dining restaurants at a value typically offered by casual dining establishments, a combination known as the upscale affordable dining segment. Each of BBRG's brands provides its guests with a fine dining experience and value by serving affordable cuisine prepared using fresh flavorful ingredients and authentic Italian cooking methods, combined with attentive service in an attractive, lively atmosphere. BBRG strives to be the best Italian restaurant company in America and is focused on providing its guests an excellent dining experience through consistency of execution. For more information, visit www.bbrg.com.

About BRIO Tuscan Grille
BRIO (meaning "lively" or "full of life") is a "polished casual" restaurant serving authentic, northern Italian cuisine. The subtitle, "Tuscan Grille" is descriptive in the menu that features oven-roasted steaks, chops and seafood, similar to what one would find in an authentic ristorante in Tuscany. BRIO's philosophy is "to eat well, is to live well;" which is why it only uses the finest and freshest ingredients. BRIO brings the pleasure of the Tuscan country villa to the American city. BRIO is part of Columbus-based BRAVO|BRIO Restaurant Group (BBRG). Founded in 1992, BBRG currently operates more than 100 restaurants including BRAVO! Cucina Italiana, BRIO Tuscan Grille and Bon Vie Bistro.

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