Submitted by John Morris
The Taste of Madison is the annual festive fundraising extravaganza that benefits several non-profit, community-based initiatives. In its previous 16 editions, the Taste of Madison has been the “must-attend” party for food lovers and a celebration of the best of Madison.
Chefs from 30 of the area’s best restaurants will graciously serve samples of their finest dishes. Gary’s Wine & Marketplace, the event’s longtime presenting sponsor, will provide guests with fine wine, beer, and spirits.
“Exacting attention to detail and legendary service make Brooklake one of the top event and wedding venues in New Jersey,” said Taste Co-Chair David Morozoff of Haven Savings Bank, 177 Main Street, Madison. “Brooklake is short trip from historic Downtown Madison and Main Street,” Morozoff said.
Always held in the first quarter of the year, the Taste of Madison was established in 2002 as a fun, town-wide fundraiser that is a cure for the winter blues. To date the Taste of Madison has raised more than $500,000 and entertained more than 7000 guests.
The Taste of Madison Organizing Committee is a volunteer, non-profit partnership between Rotary Club of Madison, Madison Downtown Development Commission, and Madison Area Chamber of Commerce. Taste proceeds fund charitable causes, civic improvements and business development in Madison.
Tickets for the 2018 Taste of Madison, which is being held on March 19, 2018, at Brooklake Country Club, 139 Brooklake Road in Florham Park, are on sale now online at TasteOfMadison.org.
VIP Admission, which entails early entry at 6 p.m., is $100 per person. General Admission, which permits entry at 7 p.m., is $65.00 per person. The event ends at 9:30 p.m. Tickets must be purchased in advance. Guests must be at least 21-years-old. Recommended attire is business casual.
Traditional over-the-counter tickets are available for purchase at Gary’s Wine & Marketplace of 121 Main Street in Madison, and through the members of the Taste of Madison Organizing Committee.
For information and rates about sponsorship plans, advertising opportunities, and corporate ticket packages, please contact Karen Giambra, Madison Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director, at MadisonChamber@gmail.com or 973-214-7014.
Taste of Madison’s silent auction and tricky tray events are among the best in northern New Jersey. The businesses of Madison and the friends of Madison donate merchandise, services, and experiences to the cause. To make a donation, please contact Jim Hollenbach at JimHollenbach@gmail.com. The Taste will also conduct 50/50 raffle drawing the night of the event.
(above) Members of the 2018 Taste of Madison Organizing Committee posed for a photo on Friday, February 2, 2018. (Seated, l-r): Jim Hollenbach, Madison Mayor Bob Conley, Executive Director Madison Chamber of Commerce Karen Giambra, and Michael Odell. (Standing, l-r): President Madison Chamber of Commerce John Morris, Taste of Madison Co-Chair David Morozoff, Melanie Tomaszewski, Anna Riker, and Rocco Iossa.(Not in photograph): Madison Council Member Maureen Byrne, Taste Co-Chair Danielle Dixon, Director of Business Development Borough of Madison Lisa Ellis, and Taste Co-Chair Michael Pellessier.
