The Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, NY is considered to be one of the most prestigious culinary schools in the world.  Anthony Bourdain, Rocco Dispiritio, Duff Goldman & Anne Burrell are just a few of their famous graduates. Join us for this exclusive experience in their private dining room at American Bounty, the farm-to-table restaurant on the campus overlooking the Hudson River.  You’ll get to explore the campus, enjoy an amazing meal and visit an award winning local winery, too! NYSN founder,  Dave Cervini will be your host.

What to expect:

• Our private van will leave midtown at 9:30am.
• We will be seated in the private dining room at Bocuse French Restaurant for a 3 course meal. (menu below)
• Dave will also bring you on a little tour of the other restaurants, classes and campus while sharing the history of the school. We will also visit the campus store.
• Following the lunch we will head across the river to the award winning Red Maple Vineyard and enjoy samples of their wines.
• Following the tasting you will be brought back to the Poughkeepsie train station for the relaxing ride back to NYC.  Departure at 5:50pm (at the latest)
• Space is limited to 10.

Included: Transportation from NYC  to all activities, 3 course meal at the CIA, wine tasting, host fees and expenses.

Not Included: Alcoholic beverages, train fare back to NYC.

Why Only One Way? Driving into the city from upstate on a Saturday evening in the summer can be super challenging with traffic. Taking the train back avoids the group getting stuck for hours with other people returning from upstate actives and others coming into the city for shows, clubs, etc.

Can I come alone? Yes, most guests do! It’s a great way to meet new people.

Dress Code:  Dress for the weather.  There is no dress code for the restaurants but keep it neat.

Ages: 21+

Questions?  If you want to know how many people are coming, what the ages are likely to be, the gender breakdown or the overall vibe of the event before you register, contact Dave Cervini at dave@newyorksocialnetwork.com or call 212-873-2256.