May
In This Issue >>>
2014
From the Director’s Desk
Monthly Events
Social Club Spotlight
Member Highlights
Recipe of the Month
Calendar of Events
Lifestyles
PAC
Keeping Members Engaged and Informed
Current Topics >>>
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PAC Social Clubs
As the liaison to the Car Club this month, it
was amazing to see a room full of incredible
men and women with a common interest,
taking the first step in changing their lives.
If there is one thing I have learned in life it
is…the more you give and put yourself out
there, the more you will get in return. Social
clubs at PAC are just one small way to
enhance
your
world
because
the
opportunities afforded by your participation
are endless. As a member, you are part of
the fabric of what drives this club and you
have the power to create and do anything, no
matter how great or small. Let us be the
conduit for your new experiences and be
empowered to meet new and incredible
people that you would normally never have
known. The energy and excitement in a
room full of people contains an exhilarating
spark of newness, adrenaline, inspiration and
hope. If you have considered starting a club
or participating in one then I implore you to
take that chance and see how great life can
be once you are open to it. Looking forward
to seeing you soon…
- Managing Director, Wendy Tait
From the Director’s Desk:
Dear Members,
It gives me great pleasure to report that our social club participation is at its highest
levels. The Women’s Golf 101 Club has been incredibly successful, continues to
grow and is still looking to recruit more members. Now that the spring weather is
here Cigar Club meetings are kicking into full gear thanks to the leadership of your
fellow member John Passantino. Social clubs are a great way to meet other members
with similar interests and if a club of your interest doesn’t exist, just reach out to us
and we will gladly get a group together.
Springtime is a great time to take advantage of Park Avenue Club’s many reciprocal
clubs, with 17 local golf clubs and 10 city clubs in Manhattan alone, your days
should be filling quickly. It’s as easy as calling the front desk receptionist and
requesting an introduction; another wonderful member benefit.
Also this spring and summer PAC will be showcased at the Madison Farmers market
with Chef demonstrations and fresh packaged goods like club made BBQ sauce,
chutneys, chili rubs and more. If you are interested in being a part of our farmers
market volunteer team and spreading the good word of Park Avenue Club and our
amazing 11 charities, then reach out and let us know.
Please save the date for Friday September 19th, 2014 to attend Park Avenue Club’s
20th Anniversary “Spirit of Giving” Gala. Our volunteer Gala Committee is off to an
incredible start and are planning what will be the event of the year. I hope to see you
there.
Thank you for making Park Avenue Club part of your social and business life.
Sincerely,
Executive Director
Michael Frodella
MONTHLY EVENTS
NEW JERSEY CIGAR FESTIVAL
Sunday, May 4th ~ 11am to 4pm ~ $150 per person
May’s Cigar Club Event will be the 2014 New Jersey Cigar Festival, now in its third year and
its second here at PAC. This event is open to the public. Ticket price includes a humidor
packed with cigars from the vendors attending the Festival, a full lunch buffet provided by our
renowned chefs, unlimited water and soda + 1 drink ticket which can be used for a beer or
glass of wine, and 2 raffle tickets. (Additional tickets for purchase at the event.) So if you
want a chance to hang with some of your favorite cigar All*Stars like Willy Herrera, Juan
Martinez from Joya and George Sosa from Alec Bradley (not to mention a chance to win the
Grand Prize in the raffle, a slot on one of the 2015 Drew Estate Cigar Safari trips), then this
very special smoking experience is not to be missed!
Tickets can be purchased online at www.njcigarfestival.com/buy-tickets through Wednesday
4/30, and after that at the door… if they’re not all gone by then!
MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH
Sunday, May 11th
11am & 11:30am or 1pm & 1:30pm
Reservations Required
$65 per Adult $25 per Child ages 6-12
(5 & under complimentary)
Show mom how much she is
appreciated by making a reservation for
our incredible Mother’s Day Brunch.
This is an opportunity to pay homage to
all that she does throughout the year
with over 50 feet of delicious gourmet
creations prepared by Chef Arnold and
his team as well as a cold glass of
complimentary sparkling wine for all of
the moms to enjoy. If we can guarantee
one thing, it will be that Mother’s Day
will arrive... and you don’t want to be
the child or husband that finds
themselves with nowhere to go. Let her
know how much you care by making
reservations in advance for a magical
day with you and the family.
Mother’s Day Brunch Menu
Cold Buffet Items
Caesar Salad with Focaccia Croutons &
Parmesan Cheese ~ Baby Spring
Lettuces with Blue Cheese Dressing &
Red Wine Vinaigrette ~ Assorted Cured
Salmon Display with Traditional
Garnishes ~ Charred Petite Filet with
Grilled Peppers and Horseradish
Mayonnaise ~ Shrimp Cocktail & Snow
Crab Claws ~ Fresh Mozzarella with
Balsamic Roasted Cremini Mushrooms
& Baby Arugula Salad ~ Fresh Seasonal
Fruit & Berries Display ~ Pastries,
Bagels, Croissants, & Muffins
…and More!
“Eggs Any Way” Omelet Station &
Waffle Station
Fresh Waffles with Strawberries,
Whipped Cream, & Warm Maple Syrup
Hot Buffet items
Eggs Benedict with Hollandaise Sauce ~
Baked Pecan Praline French Toast ~
Smoked Bacon & Garlic Sausage ~
Potatoes O’Brien ~ Herb Lemon Sole
with Braised Spinach & Fennel Tomato
Broth ~ Balsamic Seared Chicken
Tenders with Tomato Bruschetta &
Shaved Parmesan …and More!
Carving and Soup Station
Roast Sirloin of Beef with Horseradish
Sour Cream & Natural Jus ~ Roast
Turkey Breast with Sage Pan Gravy &
Orange-Cranberry Sauce ~ Cream of
Asparagus Soup
Chef’s Action Station
Seared Scallops with Sweet Pea Mint
Risotto, Lemon Puree &
Micro Beet Greens
Children’s Buffet
Mac N Cheese ~ Chicken Fingers
& French Fries
Chef’s Selection of Pastries & Desserts
with Chocolate Fondue
**Menu Items Subject to Change**
SUMMER COCKTAIL CLASS
Friday, May 16th
6:30pm
$35 per person
Spring and summer are perfect times of
year to entertain friends and family and
what can set your parties apart?
Perfectly crafted cocktails, of course.
Join Troy for a demo and tasting of
creative and interesting cocktails that
will surely make you the talk of the
neighborhood. Hors d’oeuvres will be
served but don’t forget to make dinner
reservations after the class. Seating is
limited so call reception today to assure
your spot!
POND PATIO OPENING DAY
COCKTAIL PARTY
Thursday, May 22nd
5:30pm
$18.95 per person (food only)
After a long snowy winter the warm
weather has finally arrived and PAC
knows how to celebrate. The Pond Patio
is opened for the season. Come enjoy a
la carte cocktails and an amazing array
of light fare prepared by the Chef and his
team. This casual event will ease the
memory of the cold nights and have you
embracing the warmth and relaxation of
the summer sun.
MONTHLY EVENTS
SPANISH WINE DINNER
Friday, May 30th
6:30pm
$65 per person
Spanish wine + food = deelish. Join us
for this 5 course wine and food pairing
where you will enjoy Sherry with Tapas
& Cava with Crème Brulee. If you have
never tried Spanish wines then you will
enjoy experiencing new grape varietals
that are affordable and oh so good.
Menu
First Course
Jamón Ibérico served with
Manzanilla Olives, 6 Month Aged
Manchego & Crostini
Williams & Humbert “Dos Cortados”
20 year old Rare Dry Palo, Andalucia
Second Course
Seared Diver Sea Scallop with Roasted
Fingerling Potatoes, Catalan Style
Spinach & Sherry Glaze
2012 Deusa Ai Albariño, Rias Baixas
Third Course
Duck Confit Empanada with Charred
Spring Onions & Smoked Tomato Aioli
2008 Vina Pomal Reserva Rioja
Bodeagas Bilbainas, Haro, Rioja
Main Course
Grilled Octopus Paella with Chorizo,
Manila Clams & Baby Shrimp
2010 Numanthia “Termes”
Tinta do Toro, Toro
Dessert
Dulce de Leche Crème Brulee with
Crispy Churro Bites
Gran Bach Cava Brut NV, Penedes
KIDS CLUB
Friday, May 30th
5:30pm
$15 per Child (Ages 4-10)
No need to find a babysitter let the club
be your one and only stop. They will be
entertained with arts and crafts, a movie
and dinner will be served as well. RSVP
with reception at 973-301-8233.
We are very pleased to announce the
introduction of our weekly Farm to Table
special. Park Avenue Club has partnered
with DanaRay Farms located in
Branchville, NJ. Each week we will put
together one dish featuring produce from
DanaRay Farms as well as ingredients
procured within a 100 mile radius of the
club. Visit DanaRay Farms online at
http://www.danaray-farm.com/, to learn
about biodynamic farming.
Refer a friend and take pride
in knowing you are
supporting Park Avenue Club
in our mission to “give back”
to our 11 cultural and
charitable organizations.
$100 Food & Beverage credit for an
Evening Member referral
&
$200 Food & Beverage credit for a
Full Choice Membership referral
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guaranteed...now add a Reciprocal rate at the
Union League Club of Chicago to your list!!!
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guest_rooms@ulcc.org or
call 312.427.7800.
SOCIAL CLUBS SPOTLIGHT
WINE ENTHUSIAST CLUB
Wednesday, May 7th
6:30pm
$45 per person
“$20 Red Wine Challenge”
The challenge is to find the best bottle
of red wine for $20 or less. This will
be a free flow evening featuring 4 food
stations. Don’t miss this opportunity to
discover some value red wines. Special
recognition will be made to the person
who brings the most outstanding wine.
If you wish to join us for the “$20 Red
Wine
Challenge”
please
RSVP
via email to Marc.Caruso@Gmail.com
no later than April 29th.
COOKING CLUB
Thursday, May 8th
6:30pm
$30 per person
Bar-B-Que
Get your grill on! Learn easy ways to get
the best grilling results. With the
expertise of Executive Chef, Arnold
Kruck, we will be grilling flank steaks,
swordfish, vegetables and sweet summer
peaches for dessert. Class size is limited.
RSVP with reception today.
SOCIAL CLUBS SPOTLIGHT
WOMEN’S GOLF 101
Thursdays in May
8thW
, 15th, 22nd & 29th
7pm-8pm @ Essex Golf
$150 per person
It’s Clinic Time!!
This month, the Women’s Golf Club is
heading to Essex Golf in Roseland for 5
weeks of amazing clinics where we will
learn the game of golf by doing and
swinging.
May 8th Week 1: TPI (Titleist
Performance Institute)…Mini evaluation
and introduction to golf.
May 15th Week 2: Full Swing…Here we
will learn proper grip and swing
technique. We will put our knowledge to
action while we practice our swing out on
the driving range.
May 22nd Week 3: Irons…6 or 7 iron,
driver or putter, so many club’s so little
time! This week we will break down
what club for what stroke.
May 29th Week 4: Short Game…we are
going to master the art of playing beyond
the drive.
th
June 5 Week 5: Putting…Many would
argue that this is where the game is won,
we will hone our skills and learn the art
of the putt.
The 5 week clinic is $150 which will be
paid to Essex Golf on May 8th upon
arrival. If you are unable to make one of
the clinics, there will be one make up
class available. Your friends, family,
colleagues and clients are welcome to
join you however RSVP is a must. Clubs
will be provided for you if you do not
have clubs of your own. Do not miss this
opportunity at the perfect time of season
to practice and play. Please reach out to
Wendy Tait for more details at
wtait@parkavenueclub.com.
CAR CLUB
Tuesday, May 13th
6:30pm
$15 per person
The fastest growing club at PAC the Car
club has quadrupled since its first
meeting. After an incredible turnout of
car aficionados from gear heads to
enthusiasts, we are excited for this
month’s club. Join us at Charities bar
where we will enjoy a great drink, light
cocktail fare and most of all getting to
know one another better and seeking out
those with similar car tastes.
There will be cars display as well so
RSVP
to
Wendy
Tait
at
wtait@parkavenueclub.com today.
WOMEN’S BUSINESS FORUM
Wednesday, May 14th
6:30pm
$25 per person
Chocolate—The New Spring Tonic
What many know intuitively, science is
now validating—that chocolate is a
health food! With hundreds of active
components, its complex chemistry helps
many of our body’s systems. Learn to
choose from among the varieties of
chocolates and understand how our heart,
immune system, skin, brain and overall
endurance can benefit. Enjoy a range of
samples which will be included to
educate our palates, as well.
August
21, 2013
VOLUNTEER
CLUB
&
GALA COMMITTEE
Tuesday, May 20th
6:30pm
Complimentary
After a successful kick-off meeting in
April we know that the Gala is fast
approaching and there is much to do
from mailings, to sponsorship, auction
items and wine pulls. If you have any
interest in playing a part whether you
have a lot or only a little time to
dedicate, reach out to Wendy Tait to
discuss some amazing opportunities to
work side by side with fellow members
and help to make this 20th Anniversary
Gala a huge success!
New to Park Avenue Club?
Looking to socialize and meet your
fellow members?
The PAC social clubs are a great way to
meet new people, make new friends, &
have exciting new experiences. We have
a variety of clubs that are both culturally
and socially enriching. Check your
monthly newsletter for events. Contact
reception for more info 973-301-8233.
MAHJONG
Wednesday, May 21st
6:30pm
$10 per person
Every third Wednesday of the month,
join your fabulous fellow members, of
varying Mahjong talent, for a unique
and exciting night. This is a great way
to make new friends and build our PAC
community. If you have a Mahjong tile
set, please bring it along to ensure that
everyone can play. Crudités will be
served and a la carte beverages will be
available to order. RSVP with
reception today.
BOOK CLUB
Tuesday, May 27th
7:00pm
$15 per person
Of Cabbages and Kings!
Remember all those great discussions we
had into the wee hours in our college
years about the mysteries of life? If you
miss that kind of fun conversation please
join us for a very unique book club. We
will be reading Knowledge of Angels by
Jill Patton Walsh, a compelling read you
won't be able to put down and nominee
for the Booker prize. It's available at the
library and on Amazon Kindle. We
promise you an interesting evening
paired with an incredible book and
insightful conversation.
FRENCH CLUB
Wednesday, May 28th
6:30pm
$25 per person
What better way to enjoy French than to
speak it candidly and casually in private
conversations. Whether you speak a lot
of French or very little you should join
us down in Charities Grill Room where
we will be enjoying a private cocktail
reception and practicing our French
informally with one another. This is a
great way for you to get to know your
fellow members on a more personal
level as well as listen or speak this
beautiful language.
MEMBER HIGHLIGHTS
\
ALLISON LYON
&
BILL WHITE
NOVEMBER 23, 2013
NEW MEMBERS
On Saturday, November
23, 2013 Allison & Bill
celebrated their nuptials
with family & friends
here at the beautiful
Park Avenue Club.
CONGRATULATIONS
MR. & MRS. WHITE
13TH ANNUAL JURIED ART EXHIBITION
The deadline for submissions for our 13th Annual Juried Art Exhibition is
Monday, May 5th. The Park Avenue Club Art Committee takes special pleasure in
inviting artists to join with everyone to celebrate 20 years of community giving.
This juried show is open to ALL ARTISTS who are over 18 years of age or older
and are New Jersey residents. Please contact Maureen McGuire, Art Committee
Liaison at reception@parkavenueclub.com for more information.
Catering Corner
Call (973) 301-8233
Or Email Catering@parkavenueclub.com
Darren & Christine Mills
Alex Perriello
Debbie Halpern & Jeremy Singer
Allen S. Lynn
Michael J. Colangelo
Angleo &Angela Pereira
Dennis Forson
Zachary Carr-Dreher & Stacie Dorting
Drew Maldonado
Phillip & Barbara Sellinger
Jean Vidal
David & Lisa Viggiano
Charles & Kelly Malone
Lori & Mikael Franzon
Jack & Nicole Riley
Mark Flavell
Thomas & Joyce Hogan
Eddy & Jennifer Rivera
Greg Nemec
It’s Graduation Time. Bring your family and friends to Park Avenue Club,
your home away from home and let us wine and dine you as you enjoy the
day! Enjoy a menu inspired by Chef Arnold and his team as they allow you to
customize your event with different starters, salads, entrees and desserts.
Every life moment is memorable; allow us to make it last a lifetime.
2014 GRADUATION MENU
Appetizers
Hot Entrees
(Choice of three)
(Choice of three)
Jumbo Pigs-n-Blanket ~ Mini Grilled Cheese Sandwiches ~
Spinach & Garlic Stuffed Mushrooms ~ Bruschetta Station:
Olive Tapenade, Tomato & Basil, Avocado & Serrano
Pepper Spread, Herbed Goat Cheese, Mozzarella & Red
Pepper in Extra Virgin Olive Oil ~ House made Tortilla
Chips with Tomato Salsa, Guacamole &
Cheddar Cheese Sauce
Seared Lemon Herb Chicken Tenders with Arugula & Pine
Nut Salad ~ Pulled Pork Sliders with Chipotle Mayonnaise
~ Pasta of the Day ~ Grilled BBQ Flank Steak with
Grilled Pineapple Salsa ~Baked Lemon Sole with Fresh
Tomatoes & Basil Vinaigrette ~ Mini Slider Station
with Angus Beef, Pulled Pork Sliders, Country Fried
Chicken & Seasonal Toppings
With Chef’s Choice Potato or Rice & Seasonal Vegetables
Cold Salads and Platters
(Choice of three)
Grilled Petite Filet with Grilled Peppers & Horseradish
Mayonnaise ~ Pesto Stuffed Mozzarella with Roasted Garlic
& Red Pepper Aioli ~ Country Potato Salad with Chives &
Egg ~ Spicy Asian Coleslaw with Carrots, Scallions &
Wasabi Dressing ~ Tri-Color Tortellini Salad with Romaine,
Shaved Parmesan & Caesar Dressing ~ Baby Mixed Green
Salad with Assorted Dressings & Toppings
Dessert
(Choice of three)
Fresh Melon Platter with Watermelon, Honeydew &
Cantaloupe ~ Freshly Baked Cookies ~Assorted Brownies
Assorted Viennese Desserts
$39 ++
Minimum 25pp
Minimum is required for Monday evenings,
Saturday & Sunday afternoons
MONTHLY RECIPES
Recipe
Of the month
Maple Bourbon
Cherry Glazed Pheasant
WITH MAITAKE MUSHROOMS
& DANDELION GREENS
INGREDIENTS:
Maple Bourbon Cherry Glaze
1 cup maple syrup
½ cup bourbon
½ cup water
½ cup dried cherries
3 tablespoons sherry vinegar
1 shallot, small diced
1 tsp olive oil
DIRECTIONS:
Steep dried cherries in bourbon until rehydrated. In a small saucepan on
medium heat, sauté shallot in olive oil. Add cherries, bourbon, water and
maple syrup. Reduce until consistency is thick. Using a hand blender, puree
cherries until they are broken up and sauce is thicker. Add sherry vinegar.
Reduce for another 5 minutes. Let cool.
Pheasant
1 medium pheasant, about 2 lbs,
breast removed (skin on), leg and
thigh disjointed
1 tablespoon canola oil
Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Heat canola oil in a saute pan over medium
high heat. Season pheasant with salt and pepper. Brown legs and thighs
evenly and place in oven for 20 minutes. Remove pan from oven, removing
leg and thigh. Return to burner for 45 seconds. Sear skin side of pheasant
breast for 1 minute. Flip and return thigh and leg. Glaze pheasant with the
maple bourbon cherry sauce. Finish in oven for 5 to 6 minutes. Remove
pheasant from pan and plate. Brush with additional glaze and let rest.
Maitake Mushrooms
Maitake mushrooms
Olive oil
Kosher salt
1/2 Tb butter
Minced garlic
Minced shallot
Fresh picked thyme leaves
Splash of sherry vinegar
Start the mushrooms in a cold sauté pan. Drizzle mushrooms with olive oil
and salt them. Then sauté them over medium high heat until they get
golden brown on one side. Flip them over and let them begin browning on
the other side. When they appear golden brown and delicious, add 1/2 Tb
butter, some minced garlic and shallot, and fresh picked thyme leaves and
sauté over low heat until the garlic and shallots soften. Add a splash of
sherry vinegar to the pan and shake to coat the mushrooms evenly.
Dandelion Greens
Dandelion greens
Olive oil
Minced garlic
Heat a good dollop of olive oil, and a bit of the garlic, in a non-stick skillet.
Once the garlic has become flavorful, add your dandelion greens. Cook
them on medium-high until they’re nicely wilted, just like you’d cook
spinach. This will take 3-5 minutes.
Enjoy!
May 2014
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
PAC VALUE DAYS
Thursday
1
Tuesday Power Breakfast: Discounted Breakfast
Buffet 50% Savings
Tuesday BYOB: No Corkage Fee for Members $20
savings
Wednesday Cellar Selections: Discounted Wines
Selected by Sommelier 50% Savings
4
5
6
7
8
New Jersey
Cigar Festival
BYOB
Cellar Selections
Evening Dining
Evening Dining
13
Power Breakfast
Car Club
Mother’s Day
Brunch
18
19
14
Women’s
Business Forum
Cellar Selections
Evening Dining
Evening Dining
21
25
26
28
16
Evening Dining
Evening Dining
23
CLUB CLOSED
Memorial Day
BYOB
Cellar Selections
CLUB CLOSED
Evening Dining
Evening Dining
Evening Dining
24
Pond Patio
Opening Day
Cocktail Party
Women’s Golf 101
Evening Dining
Evening Dining
30
Power Breakfast
French Club
Evening Dining
17
Summer Cocktail
Class
29
Book Club
Evening Dining
Women’s Golf 101
Evening Dining
27
Evening Dining
10
Evening Dining
22
Cellar Selections
BYOB
Evening Dining
Evening Dining
Women’s Golf 101
Mahjong
Volunteer Club/
Gala Committee
CLUB CLOSED
3
9
15
BYOB
20
Power Breakfast
Saturday
Cooking Club
Wine Enthusiast
Club
12
2
Evening Dining
Power Breakfast
11
Friday
Women’s Golf 101
Evening Dining
31
Spanish Wine
Dinner
Kids Club
Evening Dining
Evening Dining
Evening Dining
HOURS OF OPERATION
Breakfast: Monday – Friday 7am to 9:30am Lunch: Monday – Friday 11:30am to 2:30pm Dinner: Tuesday – Saturday 5:30pm to 9:00pm
All monthly events require a reservation; please RSVP with reception at (973) 301-8233
The
PAC Family ...
Executive Director: Michael A. Frodella
Director of Finance: Joann Roccanova
Accountant: Maureen Canosa
Executive Chef : Arnold D. Kruck
michaelf@parkavenueclub.com
joann@parkavenueclub.com
mcanosa@parkavenueclub.com
chef@parkavenueclub.com
Managing Director: Wendy Tait
wtait@parkavenueclub.com
Director of Operations: Troy Titus
ttitus@parkavenueclub.com
Food & Beverage Manager: David Gillespie
Catering & Events: Inez Bennett
Catering & Events: Cindy Basurco
david@parkavenueclub.com
inez@parkavenueclub.com
cindy@parkavenueclub.com
Member Services: Maureen McGuire
reception@parkavenueclub.com
Member Services: Michelle Vargas
reception@parkavenueclub.com
Member Services: Ashley Abbington
PARK AVENUE CLUB
184 Park Avenue
Florham Park, NJ 07932
Phone: 973-301-8233
ashley@parkavenueclub.com