All had an appetite for fun at the third Annual Greenwich Restaurant Week opening party. Chefs served upscale, fall-favorite dishes from local eateries with panache.
Lisa Hingst, Kathie Lee Gifford and Jennifer Frank with Gifft Wines. Credit: Karen Sheer
Geoffrey Zakarian (The National) signs his latest book to Amy Sinclair. Credit: Karen Sheer
Founder of Moffly Media, Jack Moffy with his son, Moffly Media’s President Jonathan Moffly on the dance floor. Credit: Karen Sheer
On Thursday evening 500 hundred guests came out to enjoy cocktails, wine and an outstanding tasting selection from the area’s finest restaurants and food and drink purveyors – truly a culinary adventure.
The JHouse twinkled with thousands of lights as the crowds sipped creative cocktails by local mixologists, and sampled a variety of tasty tapas and innovative small bites – served by the chefs who created them. This third annual event was hosted by Moffly Media – Greenwich Magazine.
Trish Kirsch, Geoffrey Zakarian, Caroline Steber, Amy Sinclair and Sara Tamm at the opening event. Credit: Karen Sheer
Jonathan Moffly captures a photo of his father on the dance floor. Credit: Karen Sheer
Enjoying the night’s festivities: Wells Noonan, Leroy Decker and Carol Swift. Credit: Karen Sheer
Lauren Stewart, Wendy Horwitz and Gabriella Mays. Credit: Karen Sheer
Trish Kirsch, Publisher of Greenwich Magazine said,”Last night was a true celebration of our great town, our people, our chefs. Having The Food Network’s Geoffrey Zakarian who owns The National here and his new book, My Pefect Pantry, and Kathie Lee Gifford and her Gifft Wines, marked it a special celebration of people right here in our town who make it more than an amazing place to live.”
“A portion of the proceeds for the night went to TAG (The Transportation Association of Greenwich, Inc.), our amazing non-profit partner, specializing in transportation services for elderly disabled individuals and the disadvantaged of all ages. They also provide rides for teens on Friday and Saturday nights,” added Trish.
Allison Loop, Beth Peelle and Jeanne Deloe. Credit: Karen Sheer
Justin Wensek, Valentina Wensek and DJ Kunjan. Credit: Karen Sheer
Mary Sugarman and Heather Bennett Webber. Credit: Karen Sheer
Debbie Buonanno, Kurt Studer, Barbara Straessle and Rich Millman. Credit: Karen Sheer
Hope Davilman, Nicole Chazen and Andrew Davilman. Credit: Karen Sheer
Richard Caives and Cohl Katz. Credit: Karen Sheer
Cindy Morabito in front of Val’s counter. Credit: Karen Sheer
Evan Corsello, Jeb Fiorita and Frank Gaudio, Val’s Putnam Wine & Liquors. Credit: Karen Sheer
Jen Danzi, Chuck Taylor and Amanda Danzi. Credit: Karen Sheer
Marcia O’Kane with Kathie Lee Gifford. Credit: Karen Sheer
Brita Darany von Regensburg with Geoffrey Zakarian. Credit: Karen Sheer
Amy Sinclair with Geoffrey Zakarian who brought copies of his latest book, ‘My Perfect Pantry.’ Credit: Karen Sheer
Live music by Swirl. Credit: Karen Sheer
DJ Kunjan set a vibrant mood. Credit: Karen Sheer
The lovely Kathie Lee Gifford. Credit: Karen Sheer
The Chefs and the food made the event a success:
Chef Gregori Peña from The National. Credit: Karen Sheer
Yellowfin Tuna Crudo with Yuzu Kosho, Persimmon and Coriander from The National. Credit: Karen Sheer
Tim Passaro and Bill Taylor from Little Pub. Credit: Karen Sheer
Roasted Duck Tacos with Mango Salsa from Little Pub. Credit: Karen Sheer
Cedric Lamouille (executive chef) and Victor Martinez, from Saltaire. Credit: Karen Sheer
Butternut Squash Risotto with Florida Gulf Shrimp from Saltaire. Credit: Karen Sheer
Helen Gurrera (President at Citarella) and Andros Farfan. Credit: Karen Sheer
A Thanksgiving stuffing selection with cranberry sauce at Citarella. Credit: Karen Sheer
Chef Conor Horton from JHouse serving both beef and scallops with complementary sauces. Credit: Karen Sheer
Sliced Beef with a Red Wine Reduction and Asparagus at JHouse. Credit: Karen Sheer
Chef and owner Christina Mattinson from Dough & Co. Credit: Karen Sheer
Yummy Mini Cupcakes from Dough & Co. Credit: Karen Sheer
Sandwich with House-Made Porchetta, Rosemary Mustard, Frise and Prunes from Table 104 Osteria. Credit: Karen Sheer
Crispy Fried Olives from Table 104 Osteria. Credit: Karen Sheer
Chef Gustave Christman III, Chef Nube Siguenza and Roisin Wiley from Harvest. Credit: Karen Sheer
Chef Nadia Ramsey from Bistro V. Credit: Karen Sheer
Belgium Beef Stew with Roasted Brussel Sprouts and Potato Gratin at Bistro V. Credit: Karen Sheer
Mary Sugarman and Noam from b.good with Dianne Milazzo and Angelo Milazzo. Credit: Karen Sheer
A healthy Spinach, Butternut Squash, Pomegranate Seed and Apple Salad from b.good. Credit: Karen Sheer
Hurnan Hurtado from Mt. Kisco Smokehouse. Credit: Karen Sheer
Hand-sliced Smoked Fish with Cream Cheese on a Bagel from Mt. Kisco Smokehouse. Credit: Karen Sheer
Tony Crudele, Lou Palma and Nick Crudele from Bella Nonna. Credit: Karen Sheer
Caprese Canapés from Bella Nonna. Credit: Karen Sheer
Arik Benismon and Lisa Lori from Perfect Provenance. Credit: Karen Sheer
Canapés and Roasted Squash and Grain Salad from Perfect Provenance. Credit: Karen Sheer
Chef Gerald Alcin from The Ginger Man. Credit: Karen Sheer
Lobster Red Pepper & Parmesan Gourge Bites and Caramelized Onion & Truffle Goat Cheese en Croute at The Ginger Man. Credit: Karen Sheer
Jimmy Rugora and Agron Rugora from Char. Credit: Karen Sheer
Roasted Cauliflower with White Bean Puree, Winter Greens Gremolata & Sliced Speck at Char. Credit: Karen Sheer
A beautiful display at Citarella ~ the company handed out a goodie bag to everyone at the end of the evening. Credit: Karen Sheer
Over 30 restaurants are featuring amazing deals and promotions through November 20th. See www.greenwichrestaurantweek.com for all participating restaurants, sponsors and events.
Be sure to make reservations in advance directly with the restaurant due to the high demand of dining out at the participating locations during Greenwich Restaurant Week. Come celebrate life, good food and cocktails! This is the perfect time to visit a few of the restaurants on your bucket list, while the venues are in celebratory mode.
The restaurants are offering special prix-fix menus with great offerings that end in $.16 for 2016.
Greenwich Restaurant Week is all about celebrating our fabulous town, resources, beauty, and most of all, the amazing food and drinks we have to choose from.
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