January 2008 Lunch Specials and Events at NYIT’s de Seversky Center
Old Westbury, N.Y., Dec. 20, 2007: New York Institute of Technology’s (NYIT) de Seversky Center will offer a variety of winter lunch specials and culinary events throughout the month of January. NYIT’s de Seversky Center is a premier conference and dining facility and a popular setting for weddings, business meetings, and other celebratory occasions. Open to the public for lunch Tuesday through Friday and for dinner several nights each month, the center is named for well-known Russian aviator Alexander P. de Seversky, who played a key role in NYIT’s acquisition of the estate in 1972.
An award-winning chef, impeccable service, and an elegant historic setting are just a few reasons that de Seversky has become a favorite North Shore destination. The center is located on NYIT’s Old Westbury, N.Y., campus on Northern Boulevard, just east of Glen Cove Road. For full menu, reservations, or a list of upcoming events, please call 516.686.7675 (Reservations are required for lunches and all events). For more information, visit www.nyit.edu/deseversky.
Winter Lunch Specials
Wednesdays and Thursdays
Enjoy a complete three-course lunch including appetizer, choice of entrée, dessert, and coffee service for just $16.
Fridays
A delicious buffet includes a chef’s special action station, salads and appetizers, hot chafing selections, carving station, dessert, and coffee service for just $16.
Prices do not include beverages, tax and gratuities. Lunch reservations are taken for seatings from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Culinary Events
Sunday, Jan. 13 and Jan. 27 Jazz Brunch Featuring the Sounds of Al Cardillo and Friends A tantalizing brunch includes fresh baked croissants, muffins, bagels and breakfast breads, delicious hot and cold selections, omelet station, carving station, dessert station, and coffee service. $29 per person plus tax, service, and beverages. Reservations taken for seating between 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Friday, Jan. 25: 7 p.m.
Epicurean Wine Dinner Featuring the Wines of France Executive Chef Richard Lanza’s delightful and delicious four-course dinner is complimented by an eclectic selection of French wines from the Martin Scott Collection. $75 per person plus tax and service. Reservations required.
Wednesday, Jan. 30: Noon
Chef’s Demonstration Luncheon
Executive Chef Richard Lanza will create a delightful menu that he will prepare and cook right in front of you. Not only will you enjoy a wonderful meal, but you’ll also learn the chef’s secrets! $25 per person plus tax, service, and beverages. Reservations required.
Thursday Jan. 31: 6:30-10 p.m.
The Cabaret Club at de Seversky presents “Just for You” This special evening includes a complete dinner and live cabaret performance by vocalist Kate Beckman with musical direction by Eric Baum. $45 per person plus tax, service, and beverages. Reservations required.
About NYIT
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Contact: Lorraine Todisco, communications specialist, 516.686.7812 or ltodisco@nyit.edu.