GRISSINI, ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS DINING DEAL
From August 25 to 29, in honor of their 21st anniversary, Grissini Ristorante, 484 Sylvan Ave, Englewood Cliffs (201-568-3535), will take 21 percent off patrons’ bills. Alcohol and other beverages not included. "This is my way of thanking guests, our neighbors and the community for 21 great years," says proprietor Tony Del Gatto with pleasure. "Since we opened in 1993, our priority has—and always will be—providing great customer service from the moment you walk in the door. We could not have been here for 21 years without everyone’s support."
The 21 percent discount may be applied to the entire menu, including Grissini’s signature dishes, such as the Ravioli d’Aragosta (hand-crafted ravioli filled with lobster in a light brandy and paprika tarragon cream sauce), Dentice in Crosta di Rafano e Papvero (horseradish and poppyseed crusted snapper) or the hugely popular 16-ounce grilled sirloin steak.
COLLINGSWOOD POP-UP GALA
On Saturday, September 6, you can go to dinner in Collingswood but do not ask where the dinner is being held and you must wear white. This is how it works: Just before 7 PM on the night of the event, organizers will lead guests to a top-secret spot, where hundreds of diners will converge to enjoy a giant, elegant, pop-up dinner with music and festivities. Guests bring tables, chairs, flatware, food and drink—and leave with it all at the end of the night. Ticketing information and rules can be found here.
OTHER FOOD EVENTS
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 20
CRAFT BEER GARDEN AT PLEASANTDALE CHATEAU, WEST ORANGE
Enjoy a relaxed summer evening at a Craft Beer Garden event which will be held on the grounds of the Pleasantdale Chateau Estate, 757 Eagle Rock Ave, West Orange. A selection of twelve unique brews plus samplings from select Belgian Trappist breweries and more, paired by chef Robert Albers, along with hors d’oeuvres will be offered. Guest speakers will be available to discuss the beer. 6 PM; $95 inclusive of tax and service. Reservations: 973-731-5600.
MUSHROOM DINNER AT THE BROTHERS MOON
A five-course mushroom dinner with Alan Kaufman from Shibumi Farms will be held at The Brothers Moon, 7 W Broad St, Hopewell. 6:30 PM; $64.99. Reservations: 609-333-1330; BYO.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 22
BIG NIGHT MOVIE AND DINNER
Watch the culinary classic movie Big Night at a private screening at the Heldrich in New Brunswick followed by dinner at Catherine Lombardi, 3 Livingston Ave, New Brunswick. Movie, 6:30 PM followed by dinner. Dinner and the movie, $99 or $125 with Italian country wines. Call 732-828-4444 or e-mail [email protected] for reservations.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 24
THE SWEET ESCAPE
The Sweet Escape, a NJ Confection & Dessert Tasting Expo, will be held at Kean University, 1000 Morris Ave, Union, to benefit the Community FoodBank of NJ and Elijah’s Promise. Sample sweets from pastry chefs, bakeries, restaurants, caterers, confectioners, chocolatiers, ice cream parlors, boutique dessert companies, plus much more. Attendees will vote for the "Fan Favorite" & "Most Unique Display." Participants include: La Bonbonniere Bake Shoppe, 2 Chicks With Chocolate, Wild Lizzy’s, Lakeside Maple, Jams By Kim and Sweet Dreams Mini Donuts. 2 to 6 PM; $35; VIP $65; children ages 5 to 12, $15, which includes a cupcake decorating workshop. For tickets, log onto the event website.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 24 THROUGH FRIDAY, AUGUST 29,
WILDWOOD RESTAURANT WEEK
More than 20 Wildwood restaurants will be participating in Wildwood Restaurant Week by offering a complete four-course meal, including appetizer, salad, entrée and dessert, for $30, plus tax and gratuity. For the full list of participating restaurants and menus, visit the event website or call 609-729-9000.
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