A limited number of seats remain for Meadowlands Racetrack's 5-course Italian Wine Dinner this Saturday, January 19. Each course is paired with a wine that is crafted by smaller or lesser known Italian producers that use high quality, old world grape varietals. The dinner begins at 7:00 pm with live harness racing beginning at 7:15pm.
The menu created by executive Chef Dennis Sammarone includes:
1st course: Assorted Italian Antipasti including eggplant, mozzarella, prosciutto, provolone & olives paired with Barbera D'Asti Superior
2nd course: Linguine Cozze E Vongole Scampi (pasta with mussels, shrimp, & clams in a white wine sauce) paired with Theresa Eccher Carricante-Catarratto
3rd course: Classic Caesar Salad paired with Mosparone "Brina" Piemonte Sauvignon
4th course: Grilled Strip Steak with Tuscan fries & creamed spinach paired with Agricola Bellaria Irpinia Campi Taurisini
5th course: Italian Ricotta Cheese Cake & Belgium Mousse Cake with Campania Passito Fiano di Agricola Bellaria
The dinner is $70 per person (excluding tax & gratuity).
For reservations call 201-460-4079.