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2. desserts and baking

NOVEMBER 2014
Park Avenue Club
Keeping Members Engaged and Informed
Executive Director
Michael Frodella
In This Issue:
From the Director’s Desk
Thanksgiving “To Go”
Monthly Events
Social Clubs Spotlight
Team PAC
Member Highlights
Monthly Recipes
Calendar of Events
“Gratitude is not only the greatest of virtues, but the parent of all others.”
― Marcus Tullius Cicero
Dear Members,
Thanksgiving is the time of giving thanks and gratitude; is the most
celebrated U.S. holiday whereas families of all nationalities join together
in homage to give thanks through special prayer and appreciation of the
last harvest. It is a time to reflect about our founding fathers who came
to the New World to seek opportunity, freedom and most importantly…
celebrate the act of giving. In celebration of this special time of year, we
ask that you join us for Volunteer Day at Community FoodBank of NJ on
Saturday, November 8th. You will find more information inside
regarding the FoodBank, as well as the club’s volunteer day so please
consider inviting family and friends to participate. On behalf of the Park
Avenue Club Board, Foundation and staff we are thankful for your
membership and your participation throughout the year.
God Bless,
Our Mission
...is to fight hunger and poverty in New Jersey by assisting those in need
and seeking long-term solutions.
We will engage, educate, and empower all sectors of society in the battle.
We fill the emptiness caused by hunger with FOOD, HELP, and HOPE.
For our neighbors, especially families and for the volunteers and donors who support them,
the Community FoodBank of New Jersey (CFBNJ) is the powerful change agent
that fills the emptiness caused by hunger with the basic human essentials
that people need to survive
We Can’t Do it Without You
FoodBank of New Jersey (CFBNJ) provides a meaningful volunteer
experience in a positive, safe environment that is perfect for individuals, families, and groups
of almost any size. In 2013, we had nearly 35,000 volunteer visits
totaling more than 85,000 volunteer hours at our Hillside headquarters.
Our Volunteers help in so many ways, including:
Sorting and repacking food for distribution to more than 900,000 people in
New Jersey, sorting and assembling outfits for individual children in our
Kids Division, Preparing our bulk mailings, off-site events,
collecting food and turkeys at community food drives.
MEMBER HIGHLIGHTS
New
Members
Just
Married
Jeff & Judy Milanek
Andrew & Nita Crighton
Richard & Jennifer Geller
Jason Krantz & Annabel Samimy
Robin & Giorgios Vlarnis
Rena & Stavros Glynos
Louise & Roland Bernardon
Gregory & Donna Chauvrette
Greg & Helen LeFrois
Rodman & Dianne Ryan
Tracy & Andrew Paul
Michael & Jaimie Morais
William & Nancy Keltner
Alec Clark
Martin & Evelyn Wagner
Karen Dibiasse Meyer & James Giambra
Ken & Allison Neuman
James Weeks
Chelsea Ferrier & Christopher Oakley
Sara Voss & Joseph Rooney
July 12, 2014
Welcome to the Club!
HOLIDAY EVENTS
Angel Tree
As the Holiday Season approaches, we would like to invite
you to participate in a long standing PAC tradition, the
“Angel Tree”. This is a wonderful tradition supported by
both members and staff alike here at the Club. We ask the
Charities supported by the Park Avenue Foundation
to please provide names of children who are in
need of gifts to help make their holiday a bit
brighter, and we then decorate the tree with
“Angels” denoting their requests. Members are
asked to take an Angel and grant the wish of the
child listed by donating their requested gift. Please
note that our gifts may be the only gift some of the
children receive. Our Angel Tree will be up by Monday, Nov. 10th. We ask you to please wrap and
return the gifts with Angels attached by Thursday,
December 11th.
Holiday Brunch
with Santa
Sunday, December 7th
11am ~ 11:30 ~1:00 pm~ 1:30
Family Fun Gingerbread
House Decorating
Saturday, December 13th
11:00 am—2:00 pm
Victorian Candlelight
Dinner Buffet
Sunday, December 21st
4:00pm ~ 4:30 ~ 6:00 ~ 6:30
MONTHLY
Family Fun
Burger Night
“Menus for the Mind”
Lecture Luncheon Series
Benefitting
P.G. Chambers School
Friday. November 7th
5:30pm—9:00pm
A La Carte
Thursday, November 13th
11:00 am—1:00pm
$250/pp
This is an a la carte style dinner where everything is made
to order just how you like it. We have a variety of burgers
from Angus Beef, New Zealand lamb, grilled Portobello to
Long Island Fried Oyster, all served on brioche buns with
house made bread & butter pickles and toppings too many
to list. Rounding out the burgers you’ll enjoy fabulous fries
You are cordially invited to attend the 20th anniversary
of Menus for the Mind Lecture Luncheon Series supporting
children with disabilities at P.G. Chambers School.
Emmy, Tony, and Grammy Award-winner Cynthia Nixon
will be here at Park Avenue Club for an intimate afternoon complete with a fabulous plated lunch, silent auction and best of all, a great cause. Reach out to Renee
Gitto for more information and to RSVP at 973-829-8484
or gittor@pgchambersschool.org
with your choice of French, sweet or truffle and of course
Steakhouse
Night
beer-battered onion rings.
Scotch Tasting
Benefitting
Boy Scouts of
Friday, November 21st
5:30pm — 9:00pm $80/pp
Friday, November 7th
7:00 pm $160/pp
Enjoy a wonderful 6 course dinner paired with
Scotland’s finest scotches. For more information contact Joe
Gonnella 973-765-9322 or joseph.gonnella@scouting.org
VOLUNTEER DAY
Community
FoodBank
Saturday, November 8th
11:30am—1:30pm
While we give thanks for all that we have, others are left
homeless, hungry and some families are barely getting
by. This is a perfect opportunity for you to give back to
the community and ensure that others are fed while we
feast at our tables this Thanksgiving. Join fellow members ages 12 and up at the Community FoodBank of NJ
where we will assist in the warehouse, processing the
many food donations that are given. This is a “roll up
your sleeves” day of volunteerism. For more information
or to RSVP contact reception at 973-301-8233.
1st Course
Colossal Shrimp Cocktail with Spicy Mustard
and Traditional Cocktail Sauces
2nd Course
“The Wedge” Iceberg Lettuce with Blue Cheese,
Crumbled Bacon, Russian Dressing,
Beefsteak Tomato and Shaved Red Onion
3rd Course
12oz Roasted Chautebriand, 16oz Bone-In Sirloin,
Or 18oz King Cut Prime Rib
Sides and Sauces
Béarnaise Sauce, Horseradish Cream,
Roasted Shallot Demi &
Steamed Asparagus, Truffle Mashed Potatoes,
Caramelized Onions and Roasted Mushrooms
Dessert
Italian Ricotta Cheesecake with
Warm Wild Berry Compote
Kids Club
Friday, November 21st
5:30-9:30 $15 per Child (Ages 4-10)
Kids Club is a benefit to your guest’s children too so don't
worry about finding a babysitter. Let the club entertain
with arts and crafts, a movie and serve dinner as well.
RSVP with reception at 973-301-8233.
Bourbon
Club
SOCIAL CLUBS
SPOTLIGHT
Socialize with Fellow Members
Mahjong
Club
Thursday, November 20th
6:30pm $55/per person
This month we branch off into the
world of single malt scotch. We will
taste one of the stalwart of single malt
with Glenmorangie starting with the
origianal 10yr & then experience the
variations that occur with their different
barreling, the Quinta Ruban, La Santa
& Nectar d’Or. This is a perfect night
to expand your scotch horizons. A
light buffet is included, contact reception to RSVP as space is limited.
WSC
Women’s Social Club
Wednesday, November 12th
6:30 pm $25/per person
Special Guest from Bare Minerals will
be joining us to ensure that we are
putting our “best face forward” both
professionally and for the holidays.
Join us for a great night of friendship
and socializing...
Health &
Wellness Club
Tuesday, November 18th
6:30 pm $15/per person
Who doesn’t to be healthy and feel
well? Come & meet fellow minded
members looking for insightful ways to
be sound of body, mind and spirit.
This is our inaugural meeting where
we will enjoy some lite organic fare &
discuss next months topic, RSVP with
reception.
Cooking
Club
Wednesday, November 19th
6:30 pm $10/pp
Join members, of varying Mahjong
talent, for a unique and exciting
night. If you own a Mahjong tile set,
please bring it along to ensure that
everyone can play.
Wine
Enthusiast
Club
Thursday, November 20th
“Annual Thanksgiving”
6:30pm $55 per person
Come celebrate Thanksgiving with your
fellow wine enthusiast members. There
will be a traditional 4 course feast for
us to pair our wines with, plus
dessert. In the spirit of Thanksgiving,
please bring a bag of non-perishable
items that will be donated to the Community FoodBank of NJ. Please also
bring one 750ml bottle per person to
pair with Chef’s delectable Thanksgiving themed small plates. RSVP to
Marc.caruso@gmail.com by 11/12
Roasted Butternut Squash Soup
with Chive Puree
~
Pappardelle, Roasted Fall Vegetables,
Toasted Pepitas, Sage Brown Butter
~
Roasted Pork Loin with Maple Roasted
Sweet Potatoes, Braised Spinach
and Bourbon Reduction
~
Thanksgiving Stack of Herbed Sage
Stuffing, Roasted Sliced Turkey,
Pan Gravy and Cranberry Chutney
Friday, November 14th
6:30pm $75 per person
Cooking Class from Bologna!! Join us
for the flavors of Emilia Romagna as
Italian chef Stefano Corvucci, ownerchef of the Culinary Institute of Bologna (CIBO) and two Italian restaurants,
will be on hand to demonstrate how to
cook regional specialties. You will not
only discuss preparation and receive
recipes, but also will enjoy each dish
paired with Italian wines. Stefano has
received rave reviews for his culinary
school for those lucky enough to visit
Italy, so do not miss this unbelievable
opportunity to learn authentic Italian
style dishes from the master himself.
Dishes to be Taught & Enjoyed
Stuffed Calamari
with fresh tomato sauce
~
Tortelloni with Sage and Butter
~
Spinach Lasagna with Bolognese
~
Red Wine Poached Pears with
Mascarpone Cheese and
Whipped Cream
MONTHLY RECIPES
of the Month
Ingredients
3 cups heavy or
whipping cream
3 tablespoons
dark Jamaican rum
1 teaspoon cinnamon
½ teaspoon all spice
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup granulated
sugar
1/4 cup granulated
sugar, additional
8 large egg yolks
1 can (15-ounce) pure
pumpkin pack
of the Month
PEAR-ROSEMARY
SPICED RUM & PUMPKIN BRULEE
SERVES 12
Directions
Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. In 4-quart saucepan, with wire whisk,
mix cream, rum, spice, salt, and 3/4 cup sugar. Heat over medium-high
heat until bubbles form around edge of pan. Remove saucepan from
heat.
Meanwhile, in large bowl, with wire whisk, beat egg yolks and pumpkin
until well combined. Very slowly whisk warm cream mixture into egg
mixture until well blended.
Place twelve 4-ounce broiler-safe ramekins or custard cups in large roasting pan. Pour cream mixture evenly into ramekins. Place pan in oven.
Carefully pour enough boiling water into pan to come halfway up sides
of ramekins. Bake 30 to 40 minutes or just until set (mixture will still be
slightly soft in center). Transfer ramekins to wire rack to cool to room temperature. Cover and refrigerate until well chilled, at least 3 hours or up to
2 days.
Up to 4 hours before serving, preheat broiler. From remaining 1/4 cup
sugar, sprinkle 1 1/2 teaspoons over top of each custard.
Place ramekins in jelly-roll pan for easier handling. With broiler rack at
closest position to heat source, broil custard 2 to 4 minutes or just until
sugar melts and browns. Serve immediately, or refrigerate up to 4 hours.
COCKTAIL
Ingredients
6 to 10 Seckel pears
4 cups (32 ounces) vodka
1 cup sugar
12 sprigs fresh rosemary plus more for
garnish
1 1/2 cups (12 ounces) pear nectar
4 cups (32 ounces) sparkling water
Directions
Put enough pears into a 48-ounce glass jar
to fill. Add vodka. Seal jar and let stand at
room temperature 2 weeks
(up to 2 months).
Heat sugar and 1 cup water in a medium
saucepan over medium-high heat, stirring
until sugar has dissolved. Add rosemary;
remove from heat. Let stand 30 minutes.
Discard rosemary. Let cool completely.
Syrup can be refrigerated in an airtight
container up to 1 month.
Fill 12-ounce glasses halfway with ice.
Add 4 tablespoons vodka, 2 tablespoons
syrup, and 3 tablespoons pear nectar to
each. Top with 1/2 cup sparkling water.
ENJOY
NOVEMBER 2014
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
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HOURS OF OPERATION
Breakfast: Mon.– Fri. from 7:00am to 9:30am
Lunch: Mon. – Fri. from 11:30am to 2:30pm
Dinner: Tues. – Sat. from 5:30pm to 9:00pm
PAC VALUE DAYS
Tuesday Power Breakfast: 50% off Breakfast Buffet
Tuesday BYOB: No Corkage Fee for Members $20 savings
Wednesday Cellar Selections: 50% Savings on Select wines
Surprise Wine Discount: Discount Lottery
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3
4
5
6
Power Breakfast
End of Daylight
Savings
B.Y.O.B
Evening Dining
CLUB CLOSED
9
10
Angel Tree
Goes Up
CLUB CLOSED
16
11
17
Surprise Wine
Discount
Evening Dining
Evening Dining
19
Health &
Wellness Club
Evening Dining
23
CLUB CLOSED
30
CLUB CLOSED
24
25
20
Bourbon Club
Prime Rib
Wednesday
Wine Enthusiast Club
Evening Dining
26
Power Breakfast
B.Y.O.B
Evening Dining
27
Thanksgiving
“To Go” Pick-Up
Prime Rib
Wednesday
Evening Dining
VOLUNTEER
DAY
Community
FoodBank
Evening Dining
15
Cooking with
Stefano
Evening Dining
21
Mah Jong
Cellar Selections
Boy Scouts
Scotch Tasting
14
P.G. Chambers
School
“Menus for the Mind”
Cellar Selections
Power Breakfast
CLUB CLOSED
Evening Dining
13
Prime Rib
Wednesday
B.Y.O.B
B.Y.O.B
Surprise Wine
Discount
Evening Dining
Women’s
Social Club
8
Family Fun
Burger Night
Cellar Selections
Power Breakfast
18
7
Prime Rib
Wednesday
12
Evening Dining
Evening Dining
Evening Dining
22
Thanksgiving
“To Go”
Orders Due
Surprise Wine
Discount
Steakhouse Night
Evening Dining
Evening Dining
Kids Club
28
Evening Dining
29
Evening
Dining
Only
Cellar Selections
Evening Dining
Evening Dining
The
PAC Family
Executive Director: Michael A. Frodella
Director of Finance: Joann Roccanova
Accountant: Maureen Canosa
michaelf@parkavenueclub.com
joann@parkavenueclub.com
mcanosa@parkavenueclub.com
Executive Chef: Arnold D. Kruck
chef@parkavenueclub.com
Managing Director: Wendy Tait
wtait@parkavenueclub.com
Director of Operations: Troy Titus
ttitus@parkavenueclub.com
Food & Beverage Manager: Edgar Jovel _____________________edgarj@parkavenueclub.com
Catering & Events: Cindy Basurco
cindy@parkavenueclub.com
Catering & Events: Nicole Spagnoli__________________________nicole@parkavenueclub.com
Club Administrator: JoAnne Mitchko
jmitchko@parkavenueclub.com
Member Services: Maureen McGuire
reception@parkavenueclub.com
Member Services: Erin Martin & Samantha Bono____________ reception@parkavenueclub.com
PARK AVENUE CLUB
184 Park Avenue
Florham Park, NJ 07932
Phone: 973-301-8233