On Thursday, December 8, Springs Bistro at Crystal Springs Resort, 3 Wild Turkey Way, Hamburg, is hosting a special Glenfiddich Dinner featuring canapés and cocktails with live music followed by a four-course dinner paired with four different single malts. Master of Whisky Jim Patterson will host the evening and talk about the types of whisky paired with Executive Chef Anthony Bucco’s menu. 6:30 PM; $129 plus tax and tip. Reservations: 855-583-2847.
OTHER NJ FOOD EVENTS
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 30
GAME DINNER
A five-course game dinner will be held at Restaurant Nicholas, 160 Rt 35 S, Red Bank. 7 PM; $135, plus tax and gratuity. Reservations: 732-345-9977.
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 1
PAT LAFRIEDA DRY-AGED STEAKS COOKING CLASS
A hands-on Pat LaFrieda Dry-Aged Steaks cooking class with Pat LaFrieda and Creek Stone Farms, will be held at Heirloom Kitchen, 3853 Rt 516, Old Bridge. 7 PM; $110. Reservations: 732-727-9444.
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 3
WINTER WALK AROUND AT THE PLUCKEMIN INN
The Pluckemin Inn, 359 Route 206 South, Bedminster will host a winter walk around featuring Champagne and wines for the holiday season along with hors d’oeuvres. Wines will be available at retail prices and guests will receive a $25 credit when they purchase $250 or more of wine. 2:30 to 4 PM; $30 plus tax. Information and reservations: 908-658-9292.
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 4
SLOW FOOD HOLIDAY MARKET
Slow Food South Jersey Shore will be hosting a Holiday Market to benefit the Slow Food School Garden Program at Windy Acres Farm, 153 Main Street, Cape May Court House. The event will include speakers, cooking demonstrations, and raffle of gift items. 11 AM to 3 PM; suggested donation $3. If interested in volunteering, e-mail [email protected] or call 973 568-4158.
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 6
TOUR DE FRANCE: BORDEAUX
A Bordeaux wine tasting will be held at Mana Contemporary, 888 Newark Avenue, Jersey City. 7 to 9 PM; $55. Information: 201-604-2702.
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