Fresh Salt Hosts Caymus Vineyards Wine Dinner

Saybrook Point Inn's Fresh Salt Restaurant 

To Host Caymus Vineyards Wine Dinner

Fresh Salt at Saybrook Point is hosting a delightful wine dinner on Saturday, February 25 featuring distinct wines by Napa Valley’s first family of wines, the Wagner family – owners of Caymus Vineyards in one of California’s richest wine regions.

With special guest speaker Dan Campbell, Regional Director of Wagner Family of Wines, this exclusive Caymus Vineyards Wine Dinner will feature a wide collection of premier California wines expertly paired with a hearty selection of fresh seafood, steaks and poultry creatively prepared by Saybrook Point’s talented Private Event and Banquet Chef Bill Titus and Fresh Salt Chef d’ Cuisine Gesé Rodriguez.

The evening begins at 6:30 p.m. with a first course of hors d’oeuvres featuring Truffle Mac & Cheese, Curry Crab Cannoli, Brie & Tomato Jam Wonton, and Short Rib Stuffed Mushroom served with Conundrum Sparkling Wine.

Dinner immediately follows at 7:00 p.m. with a first course of Crudo Duet – Scallops and Bluefin Tuna with Blood Orange, Radish, Tobiko, and Avocado paired with Conundrum White V. 2014.

The second course features Steelhead Trout with Marcona Almond Crust, Sweet Potato Hash, and Ginger Butter Sauce paired with Mer Soleil Reserve Chardonnay, Santa Lucia Highlands, Monterey V. 2013.

In the third course, guests will enjoy Coconut & Coffee-Crusted Duck Breast with Rutabaga Dauphinoise and Blackberry Sauce paired with Emmolo Merlot V. 2013, followed by the fourth course of Porterhouse Lamb Chop with Polenta Fries and Goat Cheese Stuffed Zucchini paired with 2014 Caymus Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon.

The evening concludes with the fifth and final course, an Overnight Chocolate-Raspberry Truffle Crème Brulée served on an Almond Dacquoise.

 The Caymus Vineyards Wine Dinner at Saybrook Point’s Fresh Salt is $115/person plus tax and service charge.

Reservations are necessary and may be made by calling the Fresh Salt reservations line at 860.339.1327.

Seaside Wine and Spirits will be in attendance, and offer guests the opportunity to place orders for their favorite wine of the evening at specially reduced prices. 

Fresh Salt at Saybrook Point

2 Bridge Street
Old Saybrook, CT  06475
www.saybrook.com

Call  860.339.1327 to reserve

About Saybrook Point 

Situated along the picturesque shores of historic Old Saybrook, Connecticut, Saybrook Point features a collection of 100 elegantly-appointed guestrooms, a rejuvenating full-service SANNO spa, and casual fine dining restaurant Fresh Salt, as well as a unique waterside Lighthouse Suite. In addition, the historic Three Stories and Tall Tales luxury guesthouses offer exquisite rooms that convey the story of famous local residents. The pristine Saybrook Point Marina, a landmark boating destination conveniently located at the mouth of the Connecticut River, serves as a focal point for the Inn. More information is available at www.saybrook.com.

Fresh Salt Hosts Robert Mondavi Wine Dinner

Fresh Salt at Saybrook Point 

To Host Robert Mondavi Wine Dinner

Attendees at Fresh Salt's upcoming wine pairing dinner will enjoy a distinctive culinary journey featuring one of the world’s finest wines from the renowned Napa Valley winery, Robert Mondavi. You know this dinner is going to be extra special as the winery is also celebrating their 50th Anniversary!

The dinner will take place on Saturday, February 1lth and will feature the exquisite creations of Chef d’ Cuisine Gesé Rodriguez.

The evening begins with a cocktail hour at 6:30 p.m. featuring Potato Wrapped Shrimp, Scallion-Potato Cake topped with Tuna Tartar, Mushroom Croquettes, and Prosciutto-Mascarpone Tart, served with a Prima Perla Prosecco, Italy DOCG Treviso.

The five-course dinner will follow at 7:00 p.m. with Pan-roasted Barramundi Fillet, which includes Lobster Risotto, Grilled King Oyster Mushroom, and Sweet Pea Sauce, paired with Robert Mondavi Napa Valley Fumé Blanc 2014.

For the second course, Chef Rodriguez will feature Porcini-crusted Veal Loin with Sweet Potato Ravioli, Caramelized Fig, Baby Zucchini, and Bourbon-Chestnut Sauce, paired with Robert Mondavi Special Selection Pinot Noir 2015.

 With the third course, guests will enjoy Scallop & Bacon – Pan-seared Scallop, Braised Pork Belly, Cauliflower-Potato Puree, Honey-roasted Baby Carrot and Plum-Merlot Sauce, paired with Robert Mondavi Chardonnay, Napa Valley 2014.

The fourth course will showcase a delicious cut of Wagyu Flat Iron Steak with Crispy-fried Yucca, Morel Mushroom and Foie Gras-Grand Marnier Butter, paired with Robert Mondavi Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley 2014.

The evening concludes with the fifth and final dessert course, a Vanilla-Poached Pear layered with Mango Curd, Cream Cheese and Vanilla Sauce paired with Robert Mondavi Moscato d’Or, Napa Valley 2014.

The Robert Mondavi Wine Dinner at Saybrook Point’s Fresh Salt is $109/person plus tax and service charge.

Reservations are necessary and may be made by calling the Fresh Salt reservations line at 860.339.1327.

Seaside Wine and Spirits will be in attendance, and offer guests the opportunity to place orders for their favorite wine of the evening at specially reduced prices.

Fresh Salt at Saybrook Point

2 Bridge Street
Old Saybrook, CT  06475
www.saybrook.com

Call  860.339.1327 to reserve

About Saybrook Point 

Situated along the picturesque shores of historic Old Saybrook, Connecticut, Saybrook Point features a collection of 100 elegantly-appointed guestrooms, a rejuvenating full-service SANNO spa, and casual fine dining restaurant Fresh Salt, as well as a unique waterside Lighthouse Suite. In addition, the historic Three Stories and Tall Tales luxury guesthouses offer exquisite rooms that convey the story of famous local residents. The pristine Saybrook Point Marina, a landmark boating destination conveniently located at the mouth of the Connecticut River, serves as a focal point for the Inn. More information is available at www.saybrook.com.

Sinatra Tribute Dinner at Fresh Salt at Saybrook Point

Saybrook Point To Host 

Special Tribute Dinner to Frank Sinatra

Fresh Salt at Saybrook Point is hosting a special tribute dinner in honor of the legendary performer Frank Sinatra to be held in conjunction with Old Saybrook’s Seaside Wine and Spirits on Saturday, January 21, 2017.

This creative Jack Daniel’s Family of Whiskey Dinner honors the iconic performer’s special relationship with the forerunner location during the property’s 1960's heydays when Sinatra and his “Rat Pack” were regulars at the Terra Mar Hotel & Yacht Basin.

Yes, that's right! Frank Sinatra kept his boat and entertained friends on a regular basis on the property where Saybrook Point Inn and Marina sits today.

At one time it was rumored that Sinatra was interested in purchasing the Terra Mar where Hollywood royalty like Jayne Mansfield and Tom Jones spent time. In fact, parts of the movie Parrish, starring Troy Donohue and Connie Stevens were filmed here. The hotel eventually fell on hard times, was raided twice for illegal gambling, and finally shut down in 1980, owing a large tax debt. Louis and Mary Tagliatela then purchased the unoccupied hotel at auction, and nine years later, the Terra Mar was replaced with the beautiful Saybrook Point Inn.

The Jack Daniel’s Family of Whiskey Dinner will feature a robust selection of single barrel whiskey and rye by one of America’s most iconic distilleries, expertly paired with a hearty selection of fresh seafood, steaks and poultry creatively prepared by Saybrook Point’s talented Private Event and Banquet Chef Bill Titus and Fresh Salt Chef d’ Cuisine Gesé Rodriguez.

The evening begins at 6:30 p.m. with hors d’oeuvres featuring Crabmeat Salad-Sweet Potato Pancake, Assorted Sushi, and Braised Pork Belly with green tomato jam served with a Jacked-Up Cider Cocktail.

The five-course whiskey dinner begins at 7:00 p.m., commencing with a first course of Ceviche Tartare Duo with Scallop-Tuna Citrus Sauce paired with Gentleman Jack.

The second course features a Lamb T-Bone with Lentil Croquette, Trumpet Mushrooms and Marsala Glace paired with Jack Daniel’s Single Barrel Select.

The third and fourth course feature Almond-Crusted Black Pearl Salmon with Sweet Potato and Caramelized Onion Stack paired with Jack Daniel’s Sinatra Select and Roast Loin of Venison with Celery Root-Cauliflower Puree, Pear Chutney and Brussel Sprout Leaves paired with Jack Daniel’s Single Barrel Rye.

The dinner concludes with a Black Jack Cake served with a warm malted barley-dusted pretzel paired with Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Honey Sauce.

Seaside Wine and Spirits from Old Saybrook will be in attendance, and guests can place orders for their favorite whiskey of the evening at specially reduced prices.

The Jack Daniel’s Family of Whiskey Dinner at Saybrook Point’s Fresh Salt is $94/person plus tax and service charge.  Reservations are required and may be made by calling the Fresh Salt reservations line at 860.339.1318

Fresh Salt at Saybrook Point

2 Bridge Street
Old Saybrook, CT  06475
www.saybrook.com

Call  860.339.1318 to reserve

About Saybrook Point 

Situated along the picturesque shores of historic Old Saybrook, Connecticut, Saybrook Point features a collection of 100 elegantly-appointed guestrooms, a rejuvenating full-service SANNO spa, and casual fine dining restaurant Fresh Salt, as well as a unique waterside Lighthouse Suite. In addition, the historic Three Stories and Tall Tales luxury guesthouses offer exquisite rooms that convey the story of famous local residents. The pristine Saybrook Point Marina, a landmark boating destination conveniently located at the mouth of the Connecticut River, serves as a focal point for the Inn. More information is available at www.saybrook.com.