Foodies Eat And Drink For A Cause At Northern Dutchess Hopsital Fundraiser

RHINEBECK, N.Y. -- As they dined their way through the Taste of Rhinebeck culinary crawl, attendees helped raise about $26,000 for Northern Dutchess Hospital.

James Chapman, center, and Dale Andrews, right, from The Rhinecliff Hotel serve lamb and bacon crostini during this year's Taste of Rhinebeck.
Photo Credit: *Northern Dutchess Hospital*

John Haffey

Content Partner: Northern Dutchess Hospital

The hospital’s foundation organized the 12th annual village event, which featured samples of food and beverages at 24 participating businesses. The rainy day of Tuesday, April 12, turned sunny just before the event started and about 450 people turned out to enjoy the evening.

“A combination of great weather and an extraordinary effort by our generous culinary vendors – who donate everything – made this year’s Taste a huge success,” said Dawn Morrison, executive director of the hospital’s foundation.

Also a competition, attendees and secret chefs voted for their favorite samples.

Chef’s Choice winners:

Main Course: Pork Belly and Brussels Sprouts, The Local.
Appetizer: Boti Kebab, Cinnamon Indian Cuisine.
Dessert: Coconut Pudding, Aroi Thai Restaurant.
Beverage: Prosecco Cocktail, Rhinebeck Wine & Liquor Store.

People’s Choice winners:

Main Course: Pork Belly and Brussels Sprouts, The Local.
Appetizer: Oyster Po’ Boy, Tavern at the Beekman Arms.
Dessert: Buttermilk Panna Cotta, Market St. Restaurant.
Beverage: Sake Margarita, China Rose.
Ira J. Gutner Hospitality Award: The Brookmeade Bakery.

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