Fourth Annual Sip into Summer Washington Lake Park Wine Festival

Fourth Annual Sip into Summer Washington Lake Park Wine Festival

WLP-2016-300x250-BannerAdVoted the 2015 Best Event of Washington Township, the “Sip Into Summer” Washington Lake Park Wine Festival in Sewell, NJ offers something for everyone: some of the best New Jersey wineries offering wines for sampling and sale, delectable foods from fabulous food trucks, great live music, unique artisan crafts and more!

Festival hours are Saturday, June 25th from Noon – 6pm and Sunday, June 26th from 12pm – 4 pm.  Gates open at 11:30 am.

Advance sampling tickets to “Sip Into Summer” at Washington Lake Park” are on sale now for only $15.00 (must be 21 or older to purchase).  Sampling tickets at the gate each day are $20.00.  Non-samplers tickets (21+) are $5.00 and can only be bought at the gate.  For complete details about the festival and to purchase advance sampling tickets visit www.newjerseywineevents.com.

Dusted Valley Winemaker’s Dinner – 4/2

Dusted Valley Winemaker’s Dinner – 4/2

Columbia Inn LogoThe Columbia Inn in Montville will welcome Janet Johnson, of famed Dusted Valley winery, to guide guests through seven wines and a wonderful meal.

Course # 1 Hors d’oeuvres

Lobster taquitos Assorted Bar Pies, Oysters – Rack of Lamb Scottadito – Artichoke Fritters, Coconut crabmeat with a Pina-colada sauce

served with

Wine 1: BOOMTOWN By Dusted Valley Pinot Gris

Wine 2: BOOMTOWN By Dusted Valley Merlot

Course # 2

Sunny Day Salad with baby spinach, fresh fruit, shaved Parmigiano Reggiano served with both balsamic and creamy Parmigiano vinaigrettes

served with

Wine 1: BOOMTOWN By Dusted Valley Pinot Gris

Course #3

Wild Mushroom Risotto with caramelized onions and cremini mushroom Parmigiano cheese

served with

Wine 3: BOOMTOWN By Dusted Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

Wine 4: BOOMTOWN By Dusted Valley Syrah

Course # 4

Berkshire Pork Rib Eye topped with poached pears and Gorgonzola cheese served with BOOMTOWN By Dusted Valley Merlot Reduction

served with

Wine 5: Dusted Valley Petite Sirah

Wine 6: Dusted Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

Course #5

Cheese Platter

served with

Wine 7: Dusted Valley Stained Tooth Syrah

$75 per person with tax and tip Included. Seating is limited.

The Columbia Inn – 29 Main Road (Rt 202), Montville, NJ 07045. Phone: 973.263.1300.

Cheers,

Veronique

Montclair Food & Wine Festival 2015

Montclair Food & Wine Festival 2015

LogoThe Montclair Food & Wine Festival will be back in 2015 with new events, educational seminars and fun for all.

Monday, June 8, 2015 – THE GALA DINNER at The Manor

An exclusive evening of collaborative culinary wizardry!

A six course custom dining experience, designed and prepared by:

  • Chef Mitchell Altholz, Highlawn Pavilion
  • Chef Michael Carrino, Pig & Prince
  • Chef Ryan DePersio, Fascino, Battello, Nico
  • Chef Ariane Duarte, CulinAriane
  • Chef Francesco Palmieri, The Orange Squirrel
  • Kevin Sippel, Jockey Hollow Kitchen & Bar

To learn more about the chefs – CLICK HERE.

Wines paired by Sharon Sevrens, proprietor of Montclair’s Amanti Vino

CLICK HERE for additional information, for pricing and to buy tickets to the gala dinner.

Friday, June 12, 2015 – NEW – Bourbon & Biergarten at the Montclair Art Museum

Join the Montclair Food & Wine Festival’s first ever Bourbon & Biergarten!

A casual evening filled with the finest bourbons and craftiest brews, the Bourbon & Biergarten will feature food samplings from over 25 local restaurants and food artisans.

Each attendee will receive a commemorative sampling stein. 

Beers and bourbons curated by Amanti Vino.

PARTICIPANTS (check back for an updated list)

Montclair Bread Company

Escape Montclair

CLICK HERE for additional information, for pricing and to buy tickets to Bourbon & Biergarten.

Saturday June 13, 2015 – THE GRAND TASTING at the Montclair Art Museum

Gala Dinner by Christina Nuzzo | LifeMosaic Photography

Gala Dinner by Christina Nuzzo | LifeMosaic Photography

Enjoy an evening of diverse culinary offerings from many of the state’s finest restaurants and purveyors!

Amanti Vino will be presenting wines and spirits from around the world.

DETAILS ON PARTICIPATING RESTAURANTS COMING SOON!

Want an exclusive experience? 

The VIP Grand Tasting Ticket ($135) gets you into the Museum at 6 pm (LIMITED).  Sip your favorite wines and spirits, and nibble on diverse, exquisite fare one hour before the crowd arrives. 

CLICK HERE for additional information, for pricing and to buy tickets to the Grand Tasting.

To stay abreast of all things Montclair Food & Wine Festival, visit:  http://montclairfoodandwinefestival.org/

About the Montclair Food & Wine Festival

The Montclair Food & Wine Festival, Inc. was incorporated in September 2011 by of a unique group of community volunteers, local chefs, restaurateurs, and industry professionals. As food and wine enthusiasts, our Board of Trustees has designed a two-day event that will recognize, celebrate and share the culinary wealth and diversity of Montclair, while pursuing charitable and educational purposes.

Cheers,

Veronique