Eric LeGrand Believe Fund Dinner Sunday, February 26, 2012

The second annual Eric LeGrand Believe Fund Dinner will be held on Sunday, February 26^th in New Brunswick. A minimum of 50% of all the proceeds will be donated to the Believe Fund. Participating restaurants include Catherine Lombardi, Panico’s, Stage Left and Steakhouse 85. For more information, visit www.newbrunswickrocks.com/eric-legrand.

Visa Signature cardholders receive James Beard Foundation General Admission member pricing

Date and Location:
New York, NY
Guastavino’s
409 East 59th Street
New York, NY 10022
6:30pm
11/2/11

Reservations
Call 212.627.2308 and reference the promo code “Go with Visa Signature” to book your spot!

Pricing
$625 per person

Join us on November 2nd for the annual James Beard Foundation Gala Dinner and Auction – Now that’s Italian! This year’s event will celebrate the unique contributions of American chefs to Italian cuisine and vice versa. Dinner will be prepared by multiple James Beard Award-winning chefs Mario Batali, Nancy Silverton, Marc Vetri, and Michael White. There will be an exciting reception featuring an Italian piazza marketplace and silent auction followed by an incredible meal with outstanding wine pairings and a live auction of money-can’t-buy experiences hosted by Lydia Wickliffe Fenet, international director of strategic partnerships at the famed Christie’s auction house. Event proceeds benefit the James Beard Foundation whose mission is to celebrate, nurture, and preserve America’s diverse culinary heritage and future.

Event inclusions:

• Italian piazza-style reception and silent auction
• Dinner created by Mario Batali, Nancy Silverton, Marc Vetri and Michael White, with wine pairings
• Live auction
• Chefs Batali, Silverton, Vetri and White interaction with guests
• Taxes and gratuities for dinner and wines

Visa Signature cardholders receive special members only pricing for the event, a $125 dollar discount off general admission tickets.

Terms And Conditions

The Taste of Bergen County event will be held on Wednesday, January 26, 2011 from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. The Taste of Bergen County will provide an elegant evening of food and drink, from select Bergen County restaurants, eateries and wine specialists. Premier eateries include McCormick & Schmick’s, Blue Moon Mexican Cafe, Bourbon BBQ and more. The goal of the event is to raise money for the Center for Food Action (Bergen County) and National Urban League of Bergen County.

Featuring acclaimed Flamenco guitarist, Carlos Revollar, with Flamenco dancer.

WHAT: Taste of Bergen County, food & wine event

WHO: Neptune Communications (sponsor), Woman’s Club of Ridgewood (sponsor)

WHEN: Wednesday, January 26, 2011. 7-10pm, Casual/Trendy

WHERE: Woman’s Club of Ridgewood, 215 W. Ridgewood Avenue, Ridgewood NJ. Parking will be conveniently located across the street from the Woman’s Club of Ridgewood, at the West Side Presbyterian Church on 6 S. Monroe St, in Ridgewood.

TICKETS: To purchase tickets, please visit tasteofbergencounty.eventbrite.com or email info@neptunecomm.com. Food tasting tickets begin at $35 and VIP Tickets (including wine tastings) are $60. Eligible guests will be entered to win free products and services, as well as gift certificates to their favorite restaurants.

Fundraiser Set for Sunday, January 30

A collection of New Brunswick establishments will take part in a special charity event to raise money for the Eric LeGrand Believe Fund on Sunday, January 30.

LeGrand, a junior defensive tackle for the Rutgers football program, suffered a spinal cord injury Oct. 16 against Army. The fund was established to support LeGrand and his family throughout his rehabilitation.

Participating New Brunswick restaurants will provide a variety of special menus and offers for the fundraiser. Tickets for this event can be purchased in advance from participating establishments, and there are a number of differently priced ticket options available.

The list of participants include Catherine Lombardi, Steakhouse 85, Due Mari, Old Bay, Panico’s Brick Oven Pizza, The Stress Factory, Delta’s, The Frog and The Peach, Glass Woods Tavern at the Hyatt, Panico’s Italian Restaurant and the Tulu Restaurant and Lounge. Please call the restaurant of your choice for menu, ticket information and reservations.

Whichever location and/or ticket option you choose, a minimum of 50% of the ticket price will be donated to the Eric LeGrand Believe Fund.

For information on participating New Brunswick establishments, visit www.newbrunswickrocks.com/eric-legrand.

For more information on the Eric LeGrand Believe Fund, visit: www.scarletknights.com/believe.

Taste of Madison 2011
10th Anniversary
January 18, 2011
7:00 – 9:30 PM
VIP Hour 6:00 – 7:00 PM
The Park Avenue Club
184 Park Ave
Florham Park, New Jersey
www.parkavenueclub.com

Info Tel.: 973-377-7830

Gary’s Wine & Marketplace and the Napa Valley Vintners Association will once again help sponsor the Taste of Madison. The 10th Anniversary event will be held at the Park Avenue Club and will feature an amazing group of Napa Valley winemakers from Shafer, Cliffe Lede, Schramsberg, ROY Estate, Saintsbury and more—pouring their own distinguished wines and showcasing the best of Napa Valley.

A highly anticipated annual food and wine extravaganza, Taste of Madison has become THE premiere food tasting event in Morris County, providing the opportunity to sample signature dishes from more than 30 of Madison’s finest chefs and restaurants, all on one night and under one roof.

This annual fund-raising event is organized by the Madison Rotary Club Foundation, the Madison Chamber of Commerce, and the Madison Downtown Development Commission and will feature food, desserts and wine offered by the restaurants and retailers of Madison NJ.

To purchase tickets for Taste of Madison 2011, visit http://www.garyswine.com/taste_of_madison/index2.html.

On Saturday, Nov. 13, Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa will present Savor Borgata – A Taste of France, Spain & Italy – at the Borgata Event Center, featuring the restaurants and chefs that have positioned Borgata as a leading culinary destination on the East Coast. Tickets are $100.

This year, each restaurant will be represented with their own culinary station, offering guests the exclusive opportunity to interact with Wolfgang Puck (Wolfgang Puck American Grille), Michael Mina (SeaBlue), Michael Schulson (Izakaya), Stephen Kalt (Fornelletto Cucina & Wine Bar), Geoffrey Zakarian (The Water Club at Borgata), Romeo DiBona (Old Homestead Steak House), Michael Chiarlanza (Bobby Flay Steak), Ron Ross (Borgata Executive Chef) and Thaddeus DuBois (Borgata Executive Pastry Chef), while sampling each chef’s unique approach to Mediterranean cuisine. Showcasing wines and spirits of Europe’s French, Spanish and Italian regions, the event will also feature a beer garden with pairings that complement the Mediterranean atmosphere of the evening.

“Since its debut, Borgata has been committed to providing diverse, innovative and world-class dining to Atlantic City,” says Nicolas Kurban, VP of Food and Beverage for Borgata. “Savor Borgata reinforces this commitment by providing our customers with the rare chance to directly experience the creativity of several of the country’s most beloved chefs.”

James Beard Award-winner, Julie Powell, will join Savor Borgata for an exclusive book signing of her New York Times Best-Selling book-into-movie, Julie & Julia. Powell will be available throughout the evening to sign autographs and mingle with guests who are fans of her much buzzed about memoirs.

For those interested in a more intimate Savor Borgata experience, Borgata is offering a VIP ticket (priced at $150) that includes early admission to the event among a limited crowd and a gift bag with an autographed copy of Julie & Julia.

Savor Borgata hotel packages are also available for Saturday, Nov. 13. Starting from $449, the package includes an overnight stay in a Classic Room, two tickets, and entrance to MIXX and mur.mur nightclubs. Tickets can be purchased at www.theborgata.com or by calling 1-866-900-4TIX (4849). For room reservations and Savor Borgata package information, call 609-317-1000.

Article Source: Atlantic City Weekly, Savor Borgata Dining Event

A number of local restaurants will serve samples of their food at the second annual “A Taste of Bergen” benefit from 6 to 9 p.m. Nov. 15 at Seasons, 644 Pascack Road, Washington Township. The event will benefit the Foundation at Bergen Regional Medical Center and the renovation of the hospital’s chapel.

Participating restaurants include: Grand Lux Café, Davey’s Irish Pub, Glen Rock Inn, Janice-a bistro, Lisa’s Turkish Kitchen, Harvest Moon Caterers, Seasons, Morrison Catering, Winberie’s Restaurant and Bar, Picnic the Restaurant, The Melting Pot, Radicchio, The Dutch House Tavern, Felice Restaurant, Giovanni’s Deli, DiBaris Catering, Allendale Eats, Palermo Bakery, Regina’s Steak House and Davia. Local chef Angie Shaghaghi, who appeared on “The Rachel Ray Show” and Food Network’s “Chopped,” will lead a demonstration in how to cook healthy and flavorful dishes.

Tickets are $65 per person and include fine dining, wine, beer and soft drinks. Tickets may be purchased in advance at http://www.bergenregional.com or by calling (201) 225-7141.

Article Source: Second Helpings, http://blogs.northjersey.com/blogs/secondhelpings/a_taste_of_bergen_next_week/

A Taste of Morristown is an annual event showcasing the fantastic restaurants of Morristown, New Jersey.

Annually upwards of 40 restaurants participate in this one of a kind sampling event, all under one roof at one time. From classic French & Italian cuisine, to contemporary fusion dishes, you’re sure to find it all here at A Taste of Morristown.

But what is great food without great wine? Sample wines from around the globe in our Wine Tasting Gallery, generously provided by Gary’s Wine and Marketplace of Madison,

Again this year is a Scotch Tasting provided by the Whiskey Guild.

Also, be prepared to bid in our Silent Auction. Auction packages donated from area businesses and corporations are yours for the taking… if you’re the highest bidder!

Please join us for an evening of great food, wine, and fun!

A Taste of Morristown is an Annual Fundraiser benefiting the Morristown Rotary Club. All proceeds benefit charities supported by the Morristown Rotary Club. For more information visit www.tasteofmorristown.org.

Monday, February 22, 2010 – 6 to 9 pm
Morristown Armory
430 Western Avenue
$70 per ticket (Click here to purchase)

Presented by The Estate at Florentine Gardens and Bergen Health & Life Magazine

Restaurant tastings!
Tons of freebies & samples!

Live entertainment!
Win lots of prizes!

TASTE THE BEST
Cannoli, mozzarella, steak, seafood, cheesecake,
sushi, tapas, chocolate & much more!

DRINK THE BEST
Cosmos, martinis, wine, beer, margaritas & more!

One Night Only!
Thursday, Sept 24, 2009

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The one event in Bergen County you can’t miss! Tickets from just $35 per person.

Click here to buy tickets by credit card! – Or send a check!

Click here (or above) to see the YouTube video from last year’s BergenFest event!

Click here to see photos from our Bergen County “Best of” event

The Estate at Florentine Gardens
97 Rivervale Road
River Vale, NJ 07675

Become a Sponsorship & Exhibitor: Call 201-571-2251 or email for more information.