Dan's Papers - April 11, 2008

Stonewalls Restaurant in Riverhead presents a special wine dinner on Friday, April 18 at 6:30 p.m. featuring Jamesport Vineyards wines. The cost of the dinner is $60 per person, plus tax and gratuity. The menu is as follows: fresh mushroom salad with Parmesan shavings, mache and fresh herbs vinaigrette; ragout de Saint-Jacques (scallops), black trumpets and whipped fingerlings; rack of lamb with mustard and Provencal herbs crust bouquetiere de legumes; and chocolate puck. For reservations or further information please contact Stonewalls Restaurant at (631) 506-0777.

Danfords Hotel & Marina is pleased to announce the opening of Wave Restaurant & Lounge in Port Jefferson. Executive Chef Paul Govin serves an eclectic New American menu flavored with Italian, Asian, Latin American and Southwestern influences. Flavorful creations are paired with an extensive wine list. This New American eatery features an eclectic menu of flavor-rich cuisine showcasing seasonal selections and artisanal products including breads, farm-fresh cheeses and produce. Appetizers range from $5-$16; raw bar and sushi selections range from $7-$48; entrées range from $25-$28; and desserts, priced from $7-$8. For further information about the restaurant, please call Wave Restaurant & Lounge at (631) 928-5200.

Magic's Pub in Westhampton Beach is now offering brunch every Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. There is a complimentary soda, juice, iced tea, coffee, tea, hot chocolate or mimosa included with each entrée at the table, (this promotion is not available at the bar). The brunch menu includes: three large golden-brown pancakes served with syrup; four wedges of fluffy thick-cut French toast served with syrup; two eggs served any style with home fries or French fries and your choice of bacon, sausage or ham; two poached eggs smothered in hollandaise sauce, atop a toasted English muffin with Canadian bacon and French fries; and the omelet of the day with three fluffy eggs prepared with our chef's choice of ingredients, served with home fries or French fries. Magic's Pub is open daily year round, serving lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., dinner from 5 p.m. to midnight and brunch Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. For further information call Magic's Pub at (631) 288-6105.

Chef Matthew Guiffrida of MUSE Restaurant & Aquatic Lounge in Water Mill will cook a five-course dinner at The James Beard House on Thursday, April 24 beginning with a one-hour reception at 7 p.m. The cost is $125 for members and $155 for the general public. Each course, plus hors d'oeuvres, is paired with wines selected from Southampton Wines. The menu includes: peppered beef filet carpaccio and horseradish cream; mini buttermilk fried chicken drum stick with red eye gravy; tiny biscuits and sausage gravy with Long Island duck confit; shrimp and grits; fennel dusted grilled jumbo shrimp with charred scallion and Asiago cheesy grits; roast pork and charred corn tamale wrapped in banana leaves; and banana crusted seared sea scallop with red curry and coconut nache. For reservations call The James Beard House at (212) 675-4984, for restaurant information call MUSE Restaurant & Aquatic Lounge at (631) 726-2606.

Citarella in East Hampton now offers a special holiday menu in honor of Passover. From fresh lamb and chicken, fresh ingredients for homemade gefilte fish, delectable prepared foods and pastry selections. Citarella has everything the gourmand needs for a holiday celebration. Orders must be placed three days in advance. For further information or to place and order, contact your nearest Citarella in East Hampton at (631) 324-9190 or Water Mill at (631) 726-3636.

The Baker's Workshop Café & Bistro in Riverhead brings together the finest ingredients under the guidance of expert chefs and bakers to provide fresh and delicious menu items. Choose from the daily assortment of fresh-baked breads, pastries, cakes and cookies. Lunch menu items include: grilled Tuscan chicken on focaccia bread with marinated grilled rosemary chicken, mozzarella cheese, roasted red peppers, and a lemon-basil dressing; roasted turkey panini melt with smokehouse bacon, mozzarella and sun dried tomato pesto served on Parmesan bread; sliced herb roasted prime rib served with horseradish sauce, lettuce and tomato; and garden salad served with tuna, tomatoes, cucumbers, carrots, red onions and balsamic vinaigrette. For more information call (631) 548-3750.