Stamford, Connecticut, February 10th – The first annual Golf Kitchen Invitational and the fourth annual Golf Kitchen Culinary Excellence Awards will be held on Thursday, September 8th, 2022 at the prestigious GlenArbor Golf Club in Bedford Hills, New York.
“I am deeply humbled by the continued partnership with GlenArbor Golf Club and their assistance in developing this important industry event. Working with a club that honors the Traditions of Golf, Food, Wine, and Camaraderie is a blessing. Adding a Golf Tournament, with a culinary component gives this event an even greater appeal and reach, we are ready for an international stage” said Diana DeLucia. The first annual Golf Kitchen Invitational will showcase some of the tri-states finest local private golf and country club chefs and their cuisine, positioned around the renowned Gary Player-designed golf course, to be enjoyed by all players. "We are honored to host the fourth annual “Golf Kitchen Culinary Excellence Awards” that recognize executives at the forefront of providing the highest caliber experience for members and guests. The creativity, attitude, and thinking of club chefs has significantly progressed in the last decade, and we are encouraged at the direction the industry is moving. Diana and Golf Kitchen are at the forefront of this movement, and I applaud the notion that many public and private facilities are finally getting recognized as having some of the best minds and leaders in the culinary industry. It's not often that one team within a club can influence so many human emotions in a single seating... sight, smell, touch, and taste.. what a gift.." remarked Morgan Gregory, President, GlenArbor Golf Club. A cocktail party complete with hors d'oeuvres and small plates, fine wines, and cocktails will take place at the stunning patio overlooking the 18th green at 6.30 PM. At 7.30 PM, a four-course menu will showcase a collection of progressive American club cuisine utilizing the finest products available. GlenArbor’s sommelier and wine director Fernando Silva will pair fine wines to enhance each dish. A limited number of culinary awards and the new Wine Program Award will be presented throughout the evening. Award categories will encompass private golf and country clubs, golf communities, chefs, pastry chefs, and wine program, as well as visionary leaders and rising stars. Through this event, Golf Kitchen hopes to further support their recently established Golf Kitchen Private Golf Club Scholarship for students at The Culinary Institute of America. "For as long as I have known Diana DeLucia, her passion has always been geared towards philanthropic and educational endeavors - whether on or off the golf course. This new scholarship is a perfect example of her continuous dedication to her passions in life and will benefit many worthy recipients in the future." ~ Maria Loi, Chef, Entrepreneur, Greek Food Ambassador, TV Host & Healthy Lifestyle Expert Our full culinary lineup will be announced in the coming weeks. Schedule of Events 11.30 AM Arrival - Lunch - Warm Up 12:50 PM Welcome and announcements 1:00 PM Shotgun Start 6:30 PM Cocktails and Awards 7:30 PM Dinner Golf Format: 1 Best Ball of 4 Special Events: Long Drive Nearest to Pin Sponsorship opportunities: [email protected] Only Diana DeLucia represents Golf Kitchen Invitations and Sponsorships at this time. Please contact [email protected] if you experience scammers. This is an INVITATION ONLY event. About GlenArbor Golf Club: Providing a collegial combination of golf, fine dining, and camaraderie, the GlenArbor Golf Club was founded in 2001. The Club is located on 200 acres of land in northern Westchester County, on grounds that were originally developed in 1917 as the White Estate – one of the largest, historic estates in Westchester. GlenArbor’s master plan preserved the property’s historic roots as benefitting its heritage. The award-winning Mark Finlay designed, 33,000 square-feet clubhouse that overlooks the first and eighteenth fairways and offers stunning views of the course and the surrounding landscape. Formal and informal dining options are available along with a number of private dining and meetings rooms in which to host intimate and larger member events. About Golf Kitchen: Golf Kitchen was founded in 2014 by Diana DeLucia, an internationally recognized culinary writer/photographer, to recognize private golf and country clubs for the quality of their culinary offerings. The Golf Kitchen portfolio includes a semi-annual magazine, books, unique culinary events, and an annual program, the Golf Kitchen Culinary Excellence Awards, Wine Dinners and The Golf Kitchen Certification of Culinary Excellence program. Media Contacts: Diana DeLucia, President Golf Kitchen [email protected] (860) 406-1782 Karen Moraghan Hunter Public Relations [email protected] (908) 963-6013
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