Five Course Wine Dinner at Bourré, Atlantic City
Tuesday, November 10, 7–10 pm
Learn about culture behind a variety of wines from around the world from Bourré’s sommelier, Meredith. Five courses will be served, featuring a different wine with each one. Bourré’s signature Cajun and barbecue items will be featured on the menu. For $50 per person, you can have a relaxed night out with friends or family and learn more about world class wines. Make reservations online.
Bourré, 201 S. New York Avenue, Atlantic City; 609-246-6670
Wine Tastings at Eno Terra, Princeton
Thursdays
Enjoy a rotating selection of wines with your choice of dinner at Eno Terra every Thursday from 5–8 pm. Reserve your table in advance and let your waiter know you’ll be participating in the tasting. The Eno Terra staff will visit each table individually to give samples and discuss the wines being served to you. Order dinner as usual, with a selection of exquisite dishes, including Lamb Ragu (served over Fettuccine), Pan Seared Salmon (paired with roasted beets), and Eggplant Parmigiana (made with seasonal greens and fresh mozzarella). With a different selection of wines each week, you are given the choice of which ones you’d like to taste the night of. $30 per person.
Eno Terra, 4484 NJ-27, Kingston; 609-497-1777
Tap Takeover, Bell Market
Thursday, November 5
This month’s Tap Takeover at Bell Market will be with Twin Lights Brewing. Enjoy a night out with plenty of socially distant seating, outdoor heaters, and delicious snacks. Although Twin Lights doesn’t have a physical location, they have called the Jersey Shore their home for many years.You can try all three of Twin Light’s brews by sampling a flight, including their new Harvest Ale Rocktoberfeast, Edge of Summer IPA, and Double Vision IPA. Order your tickets online before the event, taking place this Thursday from 5–8 pm.
Bell Market, 101 Crawfords Corner Road, Holmdel; 732-365-2500
Fall Restaurant Weeks, Rat’s Restaurant
From November 4–8 and November 11–15, Rat’s Restaurant at Grounds for Sculpture will be offering special deals on seasonal three-course meals. Available for both lunch ($35) and dinner ($45), guests will have the option to choose which fall inspired meal they’d like to indulge in. First courses include the option of a creamy Butternut Squash soup, Sautéed Shrimp, and a delicate Roasted Root Vegetable Salad. Chicken Salad with tarragon mayo and the signature Rat’s Burger (with cheddar cheese and black truffle mayo) are two of four options on the lunch menu, while Braised Short Rib and Coq au Vin (braised chicken with vegetables) are offered for dinner. If you have room for dessert, try the Crème Brûlée (served with seasonal fruit) and Chocolate Cremeux (topped with raspberry). Reservations must be made beforehand. Check out the full menu online.
Rat’s Restaurant, 16 Fairgrounds Road, Hamilton; 609-584-7800