September 11th Tribute Dinner, with Chef Joe Cizynski

Join us for this opportunity to pay tribute to the state of New York on the 22nd anniversary of a day when its people rose as one to meet a great challenge. We will start with Hudson Valley foie gras pate with pickled King oyster mushrooms, Montauk bluefin tuna with caramelized shallots and lentils, seared Hudson Valley magret with a cherry Bourbon sauce, and finish with New York State cheeses. Complimentary Finger Lakes Riesling will be served.

This is a BYOB event and any New York reds or whites would be perfect.

Born in New York, Joseph Cizynski almost immediately started gaining kitchen experience thanks to his mother and Aunt Dorothy who shared their passion and knowledge of food with him. Joseph attended Fairfield University where he played baseball and for two summers played in the Cape League, thus beginning his love for Cape Cod. Upon graduation from college, and a ball related injury, Joseph took to the Culinary Institute of America where at the age of 26, became Chef/Owner of Café du Bec Fin located in Old Greenwich, CT. Joseph immediately transformed it into a French Seafood restaurant and received three-3 Star reviews from the New York Times and was the first Connecticut restaurateur to receive the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for ten consecutive years. Café du Bec Fin was the venue for numerous wine tasting dinners including the members of the Mondavi, Krug, and Dujac families. Several years ago, Joseph, opened a boutique wine shop located in Westchester County and has shared his knowledge of wine and food pairings hosting numerous wine tastings, dinners, and various other events. He looks forward to sharing his experiences, food, and wines with you!