Dedric Curry and Carmen Montgomery of 1 Step Ahead
Guests danced the night away listening to the sounds of the 1 Step Ahead Band
Guests danced the night away listening to the sounds of the 1 Step Ahead Band
Dancing to 1 Step Ahead
Guests danced the night away listening to the sounds of the 1 Step Ahead Band
Kilwin's of Port Jefferson served delectable apple pie ice cream in tasty mini waffle cups
Stephanie and Michael Biondi, owner of TGIF Party Rentals
The talented 1 Step Ahead Band kept guests dancing throughout the night with their soulful voices and high energy level
Stephanie Nelson and Mario Cabrera
Fenelon Landscapes designed gorgeous floral décor that brought the colors of fall into the venue
Friends enjoyed the evening
Athanasia Lanio and James Capurso
Ken Kronke, Barbara Ransome, Chris Sandstrom
Union Cantina Executive Chef Scott Kampf dished out delicious food in the VIP lounge and event tent area
Ashley Manfredi, Linda Concha, Andrea Clancy, artist John Clancy of Pet Portraits
James Luciano and Brandon Chykirda of PJ Lobster House
Jacob Hinte of Uncle Giuseppe's
Fresh and delicious tastes from PJ Lobster House
Restauranteur Ian Duke proudly presented savory tastings from his restaurant Union Cantina
Sarah Abbas, Dana Holybytska of Local's Cafe
Al and Kathy Taveira of BNB with BNB President and CEO Kevin O'Connor in the BNB VIP Lounge
Al and Kathy Taveira of BNB
Marci and Bradlee Bing
VIP seating area
Kilwin's of Port Jefferson served sweet treats throughout the evening
Guests selected from the fudge offerings from Kilwin's of Port Jefferson
Steve Kesses, Beth and Paul Barsseau
Guests under the tent
Union Cantina served their famous tacos at the event
1 Step Ahead Band drummer Steve Alliano
Owner of Barito Steven Scalesse served delicious tacos
Owner of Barito Steven Scalesse served delicious tacos
A tasty delight from the Waterview at Port Jefferson Country Club
The Waterview at Port Jefferson Country Club served light and savory food throughout the evening
The Waterview at Port Jefferson Country Club team, Mike Lange, Chef Niels Polard, Karen Thomassen, Sean Mirando
On the dance floor
Dedric Curry, founder and lead singer of 1 Step Ahead
Member of 1 Step Ahead Band
Barbara Ransome, award recipient Executive Chef Thomas Mulzoff of St. Charles Hospital, Michael Sceiford, Kathy Taveira of BNB, Bruce D'Abramo of the Pt. Jeff Village board, Port Jeff Chamber of Commerce President Jim Parish, Eric Feil, Ken Kronke
Barbara Ransome, award recipient Executive Chef Thomas Mulzoff of St. Charles Hospital, Michael Sceiford, Kathy Taveira of BNB, Bruce D'Abramo of the Pt. Jeff Village board, Port Jeff Chamber of Commerce President Jim Parish, Ken Kronke
Port Jefferson Chamber of Commerce President Jim Parish
Eric Feil and St. Charles Hospital Executive Chef Thomas Mulzoff showing of his award
St. Charles Hospital Executive Chef Thomas Mulzoff shows of his award
Barbara Ransome presents Executive Chef Thomas Mulzoff of St. Charles Hospital with a special award
Barbara Ransome
Eric Feil, Barbara Ransome
Michael Sceiford, Kathy Taveira of BNB
Eric Feil, of Dan's Hamptons Media, welcomes guests and invites distinguished guests to the stage area for the award presentation
1 Step Ahead Band
Guests enjoyed beverages and light fare throughout the evening
Fenelon Landscapes goodies
Yvonne Fenelon with Fenelon Landscapes gifted guests
Joanne Frischling of Costco
Bruce D'Abramo, Past Gov Dist
Victoria Marino or Roger's Frigate served an all time favorite, ice cream
Sarah Brand with Starbucks
Event tent atmosphere
1 Step Ahead Band
1 Step Ahead Band
Kevin Wood and friends
Gwen Rutter, Will O'Connor, Emily Rutter, CEO and President of BNB Kevin O'Connor
Tacos!
Jennifer and Bob Mincak
Sales Consultant at Brown's Mike Dennis, Brown's Marketing Manager Nicole Brown
Kilwin's waffle mini cups
Joe Intravaia, Paraco Commercial Outside Sales
Hannah Sims with Bai
Hannah Sims with Bai
In the VIP Lounge area
Dan's Hamptons Media CEO Steven McKenna and Claudia Pilato of BNB
Stephanie and Michael Sceiford, Betsy Sceiford, Nancy DunlopStephanie and Michael Sceiford, Betsy Sceiford, Nancy Dunlop
Guests relaxing in the VIP Lounge area
Alfa Romeo luxury cars on display
Nicole and Greg Florzcak, Ken and Lisa Nosworthy
Flying Pig Cafe' offerings
Flying Pig Cafe' Tom Beller, Maryann Ferrandino
Kaitlyn Carty, Long Island O'Oldtymer Moonshine
Frank Minier, Antonio Dias of Dos MexiCuban Cantina
Frank Minier, Antonio Dias of Dos MexiCuban Cantina
Annie Eichman of New Belgium
1 Step Ahead Band
1 Step Ahead Band
Executive Chef Thomas Mulzoff of St. Charles Hospital
Executive Chef Thomas Mulzoff of St. Charles Hospital and his crew
Fresh seafood presented by PJ Lobster House
Lining up for some food
Taste of Port Jefferson guests
BNB sponsored the VIP Lounge
Musical entertainment in the BNB VIP Lounge
Taste of Port Jefferson guest
An array of cheeses presented by C'est Cheese, located in Port Jefferson
Port Jefferson Village Center
Port Jefferson Village Center
Port Jefferson Village Center
Catherine Ellams and Kathy Rae greet guests at the door
Port Jefferson Village Center
Daria and Sarah from Local's
1 Step Ahead Band
Karen Phomassar and Michael Lang from the Waterview at Port Jefferson Country Club serving food to guests
Guests enjoying their night
Michelle, Marianne, Josephine, Stephanie, Linda and Denice
"The Three Village Parents"
Amanda Le and Wendi Talmage from Aperol Spritz serving drinks to guests
Guests enjoying the atmosphere and food
Chris Uhll from Port Jefferson Brewing Co.
Chris Guliano from Tuscany serving food to guests
Chris and Cathy Guliano from Tuscany serving food to guests
Amanda Jones, Alana Palone and Hannah Sims from Baí
Yvonne Fenelon and Linda Keller from Fenelon Landscapes
Sherry And Marty Sobel from A Cake In Time
Tom Beller and Marianne Ferrandino from Flying Pig Cafe
St. Charles Hospital's delicious food
St. Charles Hospital Catholic Health Services table
Marianne Ferrandino from Flying Pig Cafe serving food to guests
Frank Ruggiero and Donnell Edwards from L.I. Pour House
Scott Kampf of Union Cantina
Jesse Croke and Alicia Damico from Union Cantina preparing food for guests
Atsushi and Francesca from Slurp Ramen
Margret Earhd and Mike Odusami from Branchinelli's Restaurant
Christine and Brian Viscount from Kilwins
Christine and Brian Viscount from Kilwins
C'est Cheese table
VIP Lounge band
Jacob Hinte serving food to guests
Shannon Voelkel and Joseph Ciardullo from C'est Cheese
Local's deserts
Jason Contreras, Kyle Scudiece and Katie Ann Elsasser serving food to guests
James Luciano and Brandon Chykirda from PJ Lobster House serving food to guests
James Luciano from PJ Lobster House serving food to guests
Jason Contreras, Kyle Scudiece, Katie Ann Elsasser and Jacob Hinte from Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace
Joseph Ciardullo and Shannon Voelkel from C'est Cheese serving food to guests
Cheese arrangement from C'est Cheese
Guests enjoying the atmosphere and delicious food
Amanda Le and Wendi Talmage from Aperol Spritz
Revelers enjoying the music
Revelers enjoying the music
Abarth luxury car on display
Alfa Romeo luxury car on display
The Greater Port Jefferson Chamber of Commerce and Media Sponsor Dan’s Papers hosted the 11th Annual Taste @ Port Jefferson—the ultimate celebration of the culinary culture that has made this historic maritime village a true dining destination—on Saturday, October 21, 2018.
More than 39 restaurants and local purveyors served a packed house inside the beautiful Village Center and beneath the big tent at Harborfront Park, overlooking the Port Jefferson waterfront, with a steady stream of delicious tastings and libations while the 1 Step Ahead Band provided musical entertainment. Guests danced the night away and enjoyed good food, drink and cheer.
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A silent auction filled with once-in-a-lifetime experiences, signed memorabilia and more benefited local charities, and BNB offered a special VIP Lounge experience, with unique music and tastings not available to other guests. This year’s event also honored St. Charles Hospital Executive Chef Thomas Mulzoff for his good work, service and culinary chops.
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