East Rutherford, NJ — A limited number of seats remain for Meadowlands Racetrack’s five-course Italian Wine Dinner this Saturday (Jan. 19).

Each course is paired with a wine that is crafted by smaller or lesser known Italian producers that use high quality, old world grape varietals.

The dinner begins at 7 p.m. with live racing beginning at 7:15 p.m.

The menu created by executive Chef Dennis Sammarone includes:

1st course: Assorted Italian Antipasti including eggplant, mozzarella, prosciutto, provolone & olives paired with Barbera D’Asti Superior

2nd course: Linguine Cozze E Vongole Scampi (pasta with mussels, shrimp, & clams in a white wine sauce) paired with Theresa Eccher Carricante-Catarratto

3rd course: Classic Caesar Salad paired with Mosparone “Brina” Piemonte Sauvignon

4th course: Grilled Strip Steak with Tuscan fries & creamed spinach paired with Agricola Bellaria Irpinia Campi Taurisini

5th course: Italian Ricotta Cheese Cake & Belgium Mousse Cake with Campania Passito Fiano di Agricola Bellaria

The dinner is $70 per person (excluding tax & gratuity). For reservations call 201.460.4079. For the complete dinner menu click here.