Good variety of vendors, but I wish I had worn some rain boots or shit kickers. What a mess! The…read morerain quickly turned the dirt into mud, and given the combination of slipperiness and alcohol, it's a wonder more people didn't fall on their asses. The sad thing is the BrewFest had the same weather the year before and did nothing to prepare for a repeat. Either grow some grass or establish a rain location! Other than that, I enjoyed my samples and the live music. I'd go again.

So this was a pretty good time except for the fact that mother nature was not all that cooperative…read more Seems like everyone had a great time and it will be something I return to. However, be careful of their website, they advertise a few great things that in reality don't happen. VIP Parking and VIP entrance? Nope! Also had to pay for parking on top of the price of the ticket. Last year's at the PNC was much better.

What can I say about attending my very first wine festival? Well I'll tell you. It was one of the…read morebest experiences I have ever had! The 5th Annual New Jersey Winter Wine Festival took place at the Hilton Short Hills in Short Hills New Jersey. Music was provided by Art Sherrod Jr. which complemented the elegant and classy atmosphere that this wine festival exuded. Almost 150 plus wines were available to taste in a single night. The sheer number of wines boggled my mind. I couldn't help but get excited about the prospect of trying wines from around the world. Not only was this a showcase of wine but it was a showcase for other vendors as well. There were vendors from all over the state. Bakeries, specialty food stores, special interest kitchen equipment, desert distributors, even an olive oil vendor that is based out of Tuscany, Italy was present. There was no shortage of delicious food being served, nor was there a shortage of wonderful staff to answer questions and provide a genuinely good time at this event. Carefully curated selection of wines from France, Italy, Spain, United States, Argentina, Chile, New Zealand, and Australia were all present for the voracious attendees to try. But world-renowned wines weren't the only ones that stole the show. A good showing from local winery such as Tomasello and TMRW (The Most Romantic Wine) offering wines from the Finger Lakes region of New York were also present. After being handed a stemless wine glass keepsake to use for the night, I was able to traverse the wide venue and have a little taste of everything. Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay, Chenin blanc, moscato, Pinot Noir, Cabernet sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, Port, and on and on and on! There was no shortage of wine that you could try! It was just an exercise of futility to try every single one, much less experience the nuances that each offering held. Before the end of the night my palette was completely done! Would I return next year for such an amazing event? My answer is: absolutely yes! This event opened my eyes to the wonderful word world of oenology and now that I'm hooked I only want to go further. It's no wonder that people love wine so much. The complexity, the vivacity, the sheer deliciousness of wines from around the world can truly make someone so overwhelmed. But it is a learning process and one that I am more than glad to undertake.

Stopped in for happy hour and dinner and had a very enjoyable experience. The restaurant is open,…read moremodern, and clean, and the service was friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable. The 1776 Old Fashioned was quite unique. It's definitely not a traditional Old Fashioned, but the addition of banana was surprisingly addictive...I ended up having three. The pretzel was served hot and soft and was very well executed, although the basic, soup-like cheese sauce could have been a bit more elevated. The calamari wasn't quite as crispy on the outside as I prefer, but the rings themselves were tender and perfectly cooked. The highlight was the sea bass, which was one of the best I've had...tender and flaky, with a beautifully crisp sear, served over a flavorful sauce with well-prepared vegetables. Overall, it was a great experience, and I will definitely return.

Gotta try their clothesline bacon (along with the presentation)…read more We have been here multiple times and have used their TopGolf Swing Suites on numerous occassions (all of their apps are quickly brought to the table). We had only one gripe as we had to wait a 1/2 hour for a suite even though we had a reservation. Each time though the service is fantastic. At the main restaurants - their bar is big...and always busy. Their bartenders are friendly and attentive. Their steaks are great and cooked to perfection! Prices are on the high side but worth it. Only one time did we have an awful experience and the waiter was rude. The manager made up for it and then some! Stop in and ENJOY!

Great food, drinks and music! A fun day in the Sun! Will definitely go back next year!read more

It was good the year they had it. Then we went the next and it wasn't there. There was no notice…read morethat the fair was cancelled.

Great Street Fair... spread out all over downtown Westfield. So many vendors selling so many…read morethings. Lots of food to choose from and plenty of activities to keep the kids busy. Great place to spend a leisurely Sunday walking around...

This is a cute local street festival. The food and entertainment are very limited, and there are no…read moredogs allowed!

On 4/25/22, We attended a "Taste of Madison" event at the Brooklake County Club…read more The Brooklake County Club is one of NJ's top venues for events and weddings. Gary's Wine & Marketplace, was the evening's presenting sponsor. The event provided guests with fine wine, beer and spirits. The event had a Tricky Tray, 50-50 and Silent auction. Chefs from thirty of the area's finest restaurants served samples of their best dishes. During the event, we met wine representatives McKenna and Hanna. They introduced us to some amazing wines. One of our favorite wines was a 2016 Zinfandel named "Rattlesnake" from the Mount Peak Winery in Sonoma County. Our favorite foods of the evening were the Sumptuous Scallops from Rod's Steakhouse, the Lemon Chicken from Pascarella Bros. and Prosciutto and Creamy Cheeses from Gary's Wine and Cheese! Overall, the club has an elegant interior and lovely outside grounds. The entire event layout was excellent!. Everyone was able to move about and sample wine and food without any overcrowding. The service was absolutely wonderful. It was truly delightful coming to the Brooklake Country Club for the very first time! Brooklake Country Club's website is http://www.brooklakecc.com

A very nice wedding venue. Very attentive staff. They were always picking up empty items and fold…read moreyour napkins. The food was very good. During cocktail hour there was a mashed potatoes station that was so tasty. There was also a pasta, wonton, taco and roast beef station. For the dinner we had 4 options. The dessert was a personal sampler plate. The room is the perfect size.

My favorite part of the club is the bar. Not just for the booze, but because of the bartender…read morethere. This guy is probably in his 50's, and always brightens up the mood. Complete smart ass, but funny as hell none the less. I also truly enjoy that there is a pool table as well as a bowling alley. Gives one something to do if they find themselves bored. My complaints? A few: 1. The food is average. For the price one pays to be part of the club, I would expect more. 2. The club never seems to have an abundance of people, especially of the younger variety. Of course, the age group is of personal taste. 3. Of the people I have met there, there are a few that I would consider snobby in the least. But, what can you expect, it's a wealthy town, and you will always find people such as this in one. A good neighborhood club, but certainly not the best.

Recently met a member for drinks and dinner at the club and was pleasantly surprised. The best…read morekept secret in northern New Jersey has got to be this place! While the building and grounds are slightly above average looking, the service and food are definitely superior to any country club in the area. I started with a tomato and mozzarella appetizer (very fresh) and my friend ordered the seared ahi tuna appetizer. Sliced tuna shingles with various Asian inspired garnishes such as seaweed salad, wasabi, diced avocado. Almost too pretty to eat but after one bite, all bets were off. Easily one of the best appetizers on the menu. I had the pork chop which was thick and juicy and my buddy had the salmon, blackened. Could have been a little spicier for me, but tasty nonetheless. We shared bananas foster for dessert-prepared tableside. Bring the kids for this one, they'll love it. After dinner we went downstairs to the bar for a nightcap and were greeted by Ed, a guy that really loves his job and his "office" which overlooks the lake. I had a Remy (served warm - yummy) and my host had an ice cold beer, Stone IPA I believe. We ended up staying and chatting with the bartender, a funny guy, and a few other members who were there for a quick bite at the bar. Yes, bar food in a country club! They wouldn't stop raving about the burgers! Dress is casual but neat. I was a little overdressed but felt right at home after removing my jacket and tie. All in all it was a great experience. Based on my visit, I look forward to returning. Next time I'll leave the suit and tie at home.