DARYL, NEW BRUNSWICK
What’s the latest news from Daryl, 302 George Street, New Brunswick? Well, there’s new outdoor dining on the landscaped patio that seats 26, an expanded wine list with more than 100 bottles between $10 to $20, and new menu items. Some dishes to entice you: creamless asparagus soup with crabmeat and almonds; spring vegetables with soft-boiled egg and truffle broth; leek and goat cheese ravioli with wild mushrooms and fresh green peas; fettuccine with lobster, asparagus, and sunflower seeds; and cod with asparagus, fresh green peas, and fresh fava beans. Also available are wine flights where guests can choose a tasting of four to six varieties that highlight different regions, grapes, and styles, and a cheese and chocolate tasting with four or five samples of each, which may be combined with wine pairings. Reservations: 732-253-7780.
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ELEMENTS, PRINCETON
On June 10, Michael Cimarusti, chef at the two-Michelin-star Los Angeles restaurant Providence, will be joining executive chef Scott Anderson at Elements, 163 Bayard Lane, Princeton, to present a seven-course tasting as part of the Guest Chef Summer Series. Open seating from 5:30 to 10 PM; $145 (beverage pairings will be available for an additional $65). For more information and reservations, call 609-924-0078 or visit www.elementsprinceton.com.
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NEW JERSEY SEAFOOD FESTIVAL, BELMAR
The NJ Seafood Festival will be held June 8 through 10 at Silver Lake Park, Belmar (Ocean Avenue between 5th and 6th Avenues). The 45 participating restaurants and food vendors include: Brandl, Klein’s Waterside, Mr. Shrimp, Matisse Oceanfront Restaurant, Ragin’ Cajun, and Jack Baker’s Lobster Shanty. Some of the offerings will be steamed lobster, shrimp, crab cakes, fried clams, conch fritters, sushi, fish tacos, and seafood quesadillas. Friday 4 to 8 PM, Saturday and Sunday 11 AM to 7 PM; free admission.
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CHEF DANIEL FREY HEALTH COACHING
Daniel Frey, who graduated from the Culinary Institute of America, trained at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition in NYC, and was a sous chef at Andre’s Restaurant, 188 Spring Street, Newton, will be teaching cooking classes at Andre’s and leading monthly Healthy Eating Seminars. On June 5, “A Perfect Protein From the Sea” will be offered at 6:30 PM; $65 including lecture, demonstration, and dinner. On the third Wednesday of each month, a Healthy Living Seminar & Tasting will be offered for $15 at 6:30 PM. For reservations, call 973-300-4192. For those seeking more one-on-one attention, Chef Dan, who specializes in healthy and practical meals for diabetics and those suffering from digestive issues, can be contacted for a free 45-minute health consultation. Visit www.danielfreyhealthcoach.com or call 973-809-5921.
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CHARITY EVENTS
A Farm-to-Fork Fundraiser will be held on June 9 at Brady Life Camp, 67 McCann Mill Road, Pottersville, to benefit America’s Grow a Row, an organization that provides food for the hungry. The event includes a cocktail hour featuring local food artisans, an open bar, a farm-fresh dinner, and live entertainment. The keynote speaker is Steve Adubato, PhD, the Emmy-winning PBS anchor and author. The special guest speaker is Governor Thomas H. Kean. 5 to 10:30 PM; $125. For more information, visit http://americasgrowarow.org.
On June 25, more than thirty-five restaurants will be participating in Chef’s Night 2012 at the Palace at Somerset Park, 333 Davidson Avenue, Somerset, to benefit the Elijah’s Promise Culinary School. Participating restaurants include: Brandl, the Brothers Moon, Clydz, Due Mari, the Frog and the Peach, Harvest Moon, TPC Jasna Polana Palace at Somerset Park, Sophie’s Bistro, Steakhouse 85, and Tula. 6 to 9 PM; $130. For tickets, call 732-545-9002 ext 126.
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RESTAURANT WEEKS
Ocean City Restaurant Week will be celebrated June 9 through 15, with two-for-one deals. Log on to www.eatinocnj.com for more information.
Seven Mile Restaurant Week will be held in Avalon and Stone Harbor June 1 through 10, with more than thirty participating restaurants offering specially priced meals. For more information, visit http://7milerestaurantweek.com.
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CHEF CHRISTINA WILSON ON “HELL’S KITCHEN”
Tune in to Fox on June 4 at 8 PM to watch Christina Wilson from Phillipsburg on Gordon Ramsay’s Hell’s Kitchen, where she will be competing for a job as head chef at Gordon Ramsay Steak at the Paris Las Vegas Hotel and Casino.
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