Sarah Hodd + The Drive Live at Montclair Brewery
June 15 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
$5
See Maplewood’s Sarah Hodd + The Drive, an 8-piece powerhouse of a band performing explosive, fun covers and bluesy, soulful originals, all with an irresistible throwback vibe, at Montclair Brewery, located at 101 Walnut Street, on June 15th from 5:30PM to 7:30PM. Their music spans genres like rock, soul, blues, funk, and motown and is driven by electric vocals and a rocking band.
The Hudson Rose + Fossil Farms to Host Game Dinner Tasting on 4/1
This article is sponsored by The Hudson Rose.
Here at The Montclair Girl, we take our food pretty seriously, whether it’s our tried-and-true spots or somewhere fresh that’s got our attention. The Hudson Rose in Nutley is both of those things: a dinner go-to that’s constantly innovating with new, exciting events. On Tuesday, April 1st, 2025, The Hudson Rose is teaming up with Fossil Farms for a six-course game dinner tasting and optional wine pairing. The menu features curated dishes from Chefs Andrew Riccatelli, Bianca Concepcion, and Jeff Galan, each one centered around a cut of wild game meat. The event kicks off at 6:30PM at 238 Franklin Avenue in Nutley — and MG readers have an exclusive offer. Keep reading to learn more about The Hudson Rose x Fossil Farms six-course dinner event in Nutley, NJ.
A Menu You Won't Forget
The Hudson Rose has teamed up with Fossil Farms — a company that specializes in providing high-quality, all-natural meats and farm-raised game — to host a six-course tasting dinner at its Nutley location. Hudson Rose’s executive Chef, Andrew Riccatelli, along with Chefs Bianca Concepcion and Jeff Galan of Fossil Farms, have thoughtfully designed the menu to highlight various Fossil Farms meats and products like venison, rabbit, and wild boar. And because no dinner is complete without a drink to wash it all down, the team has put together a special wine-pairing menu to elevate the flavors of the dishes.
We won’t spoil all the fun, but here’s a preview of the menu:
- Course 1: Amuse: Smoked Lamb Neck Croquette, Calabrian Chile Relish
- Wine Pairing : Ca Del Bosco Franciacorta
- Course 2: Venison Tartare, Black Truffle Vinaigrette, Duck Egg, Sourdough
- Wine Pairing: Failla Pinot Noir 2022
- Course 3: Rabbit Loin Farci, Parsnip Puree, Leeks, Brown Butter
- Wine Pairing: Jordan Chardonnay 2022
- Course 4: Wild Boar Sugo, Cocoa Cavatelli, Preserved Lemon Gremolata
- Wine Pairing: Meroi Nestri Rosso 2020
- Course 5: Bison Strip Loin, Salt Baked Celery Root, Crispy Maitake Mushrooms
- Wine Pairing: Opus One Overture 2018
- Course 6, Dessert: Caramelized Foie Gras Torchon, Braised Stone Fruit, Blue Cheese Ice Cream
- Wine Pairing: Braida Brachetto d'Aqui
The Juicy Details
The Hudson Rose and Fossil Farms are hosting dinner on Tuesday, April 1st (not an April Fools joke) at 238 Franklin Avenue in Nutley. Festivities kick off at 6:30PM, but the team recommends arriving a bit earlier so guests can settle in. We recommend going hungry.
Tickets are available online via RESY for $98 per person, an exclusive rate for The Montclair Girl, and you can upgrade your experience with The Montclair Girl Exclusive Game Dinner Wine Pairing for just $49. Guests who opt in will have the chance to purchase any of the bottles featured on the menu as well. Quick heads up: All tickets, wine pairing options, and bottles must be purchased online ahead of time.
The Hudson Rose is located at 238 Franklin Avenue in Nutley.
For more info about The Hudson Rose visit the site or purchase tickets directly through RESY.
