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Dining Out at Marcel's By Oerry Raker Joanwl staff Once you visit Marcel's you will understand why there's usually a wait for a table on Saturday nights (unless you arrive. before 7) and why the restaurant has such staying power. It's cozy; the service Is very professional; many of the dishes are delectable; prices are moderate for value received; and you begin smelling the garlic while you're still in the parking lot. But not to worry. The garlic is well Integrated into the food, whether It's bread, poultry or vegetables.

Mosfentrees are in the $12 and II range and the good house salad with its clear, tart vinaigrette dressing is Included. The wine list is handsome to behold and reasonably priced. A full litre of very acceptable Bou cheron. one or the house wines, is 18.50. something to enjoy with a 'basket of warm garlic bread while mulling over the menu that offers a baker's dozen of entrees In addition to a few nightly specials.

The Waiters, engagingly costumed in dark green aprons, are knowledgable and provide pleasant, efficient service, including the presentation of fresh silver on a ft ft ft 12 Marcel's. Route IV, West Park. Tel.leM7M. DetcriptkMcCharmlng. informal atmosphere of a French country Inn; candlelight; fresh flowers; dark green and white linen; attractively dressed waiters.

French cuisine. Sun. 10 p.m. FrL A Sun. 3 11.

Closed Monday and Tuesday. Credit Express. Personal checks. accepted. The stars excellent: three, very good; two, good; one.

fair. Ratings are based primarily oa food in relation tejrther area establishments with atmosphere, price and service taken Into consideration. folded linen napkin as the meal progresses. One night, our entrees were near perfect. Grilled steak dijon (112 for a 10 ounce sirloin), quality beef and medium rare as ordered, achieved a perfect balance between the flavor of charcoal and the potent mustard sauce.

Poulet provencale (I11.S0). was four thick medallions of chicken In a fresh tomato and wine sauce that wai heavenly although heavily suffused with garlic as. were the green beans and mushrooms with olives. A wonderfully prepared dish. Another night, sole sauteed with shallots, poached In white wine and topped with almonds ($12) was delicate and superb.

Veal of the day prepared with artichokes, marsala wine, mushrooms and melted Swiss cheese, was pleasant. Only fair was the rack of baby lamb With six chops to the portion, it was certainly reasonable but it was New Zealand lamb which requires more seasoning to make it a good dish. That night, cauliflower topped with herbs and cheese, was delectable. Rice had a nice, nutty flavor. Among the appetizers recently sampled were beer battered, shrimp with cognac sauce (15.50.) These crisp, light, appealing shrimp didn't even need their slightly too sweet sauce.

A special appetizer of warm shrimp mousse (15.50) was delicate" with a pleasing veloute sauce. Baked stuffed clams another special ap petizer, was one large shell, the moist stuffing Just a bit too heavy on what seemed like sage. I'm sorry I didn't try the escargots, a regular appetizer at $4.50. Mussel soup of the day although a bit floury, was a well flavored, creamy version, the mussels plump and fresh. French onion soup ($2.50) was hearty with plenty of cheese and a rich stock.

Desserts ($2) are worth ordering and savoring. A white chocolate mousse had the consistency of dense, freshly whipped cream with many flecks of white chocolate. If you closed your eyes, you'd have had trouble Identifying this delightful concoction. Kalhua cheesecake was a tantatalizlng mixture of tastes and textures. Russian creme.

made of sour cream, sweet cream and Chambord (rasp berry liqueur) with a melba sauce was smooth and outstandingly refreshing. Chocolate mousse cake with shaved chocolate on top was properly rich. Coffee is very good; decaffeinated is brewed and equally good of its kind. The chef, a CIA graduate, and Marcel's owner and staff do a fine job of delivering very gobd food In a lovely atmosphere at fairly moderate prices. Friday, January 25, 1985 Poughkeepsie Journal 37.

Master chef to demonstrate at MASC Master Chef Anthony Seta will present a lecturedemonstration on "Pasta Salads" Wednesday at noon at the Mid Hudson Arts and Science Center. 228 Main St. Admission is free. This is the first in a series of noontime presentations being held in conjunction with "The Culinary Institute of America Performs at MASC II." an exhibit at MASC through March' I. 'Seta is associate director bf continuing education at the Culinary Insti tute where he works with Noble Masi, director of education, in the development of cooking, baking and pastry, and hospitality management training programs for food service professionals.

JJ He was director of food development at Mother's Restaurants, Inrp a Canadian chain of 63 establishments. He was senior vice president, co owner and operator of a wholesale bakery; executive chef at Slouffers Cincinnati Towers; and a food management instructor. Utu producer to be at Upstate Filmfc RHINEBECK New Zealand film producer Don Blakeney will discuss his film, "Utu." following a 4 m. screening Sunday at Upstate Films, 26 Montgomery St. The film opens tonight and runs through Tuesday with screenings tonight and Saturday at 7 and Sunday at 4 and 7:30 p.m.; and Monday and Tuesday at I m.

The film deals with a Europeanlzed Maori native whose tribe Is trying to be friendly with the British until theirvillage is wiped out by a Brltls) army unit who mistake the tribe hostile, setting the native on a bloOHJ rampage of revenge. Blakeney was the first executive director of the New Zealand Film Commission. "Utu." which is set against background of the Land Wars of 1170k was officially selected for the 198 Cannes Film Festival where It received widespread critical praise, Bardavon receives S3 ,000 IBM grant The Bardavon 1869 Opera House has received a $3,000 grant from the IBM Community Service Fund. The money will be used to purchase a new copying machine. The grant was secured for the Bardavon through Benjamin R.

Strong, a member of the Bardavon board directos and charirman of the BanJJ von's special projects committee. The IBM Community Service FunJI makes grants available to IBM employes who volunteer their time and services to local non profit organizations. A TASTE OF HONEY Roefe 85. leGreogevllle. NV 223 3355 TRY OUR NEW BUFFET IUNCH FOR $5 95.

Condlelight and soft llghllng combine to Creole relaxed otmoiphere for pleasurable dining. Fresh fish ond seafood; The finest beef, nature fed veal, paslo, nightly specials prepared to your order, homemade soups ond our famous desserts. Tuesday through Thursday 5 CO pm 9 30 pm, Friday ond Solurday 300 pm 1030 pm, Sunday 4 00 pm 9 30 pm. luncheon Includes quiche, crepes, poached sole, croissant sandwiches Tuesday through Friday II 30 am to 2 30pm. Sunday Champagne Brunch II 30amto2 30pmS7.95 Closed Monday.

MC. Visa. AMX. AGRON'S RISTORANTE 3t New Hedtee Mck od. Red Oeks Mill.

NV 452.2MS Feoturing rhe best In Italian and Americon cuisine. Happy hour Tuesday through Friday 3 00pm 6 00pm. We serve milk fed veal dishes (proviml) Tuesday through Thursday 1 1 Mom 10 00pm. Friday II 30am 1 1 00pm. Saturday 4 00pm II 00pm, Sunday I 00pm 10 00pm.

dosed Monday. ALUMNAE HOUSE RESTAURANT AND PUB AtVM College oft the top off Mm IiM. In. Fin dinjng in gracious surroundings, fresh fish specials doily The choicest meats ond poultry, selected pastas and salads as well as Pub Burgers ond great pizzosi Plus the most refreshing brunch in the valley served Saturday and Sunday. Buffet every Wednesday evening featuring steam ship round, fresh fish and poultry.

Children price. Ninety nine different kinds of imported and domestic beers. Evening reservations suggested. Senior Citizen cards welcome. Master Cord and Visa.

485 3700. LE CHAMBORD RESTAURANT Raete SI Corponl.r d. Hopewell Junction. N.V. 221 1941 FOUGHKEEPSI JOURNAL'S HIGHEST RATINGI French nouvelle cuisine set in on IB53 Georgian Colonial estate Gourmet dining prepared by award winning chef Jacques Fougere.

The Inn and dining rooms are enhanced by display of fine American ond Europeon pointings and antiques Featuring a magnificent wine cellar. Open 7 days a week, lunch Mon. Fri. 1 1. 30 2 30.

Cocktail Hour 4 30 7. Dinner Mon. Frl. 6 10. Sat.

6 11. Sun. 5 9. Sunday Buffet Brunch II 30 to 2 30. Major credit cards accepted.

Reservations recommended. Your host Roy Benlch. MARIKO'S JAPANESE RESTAURANT twice RMeebeck ted Hook ee Rt. I erile N. el Rt.

9 90 lotorsoCtloo In RMeebeck 9I4 875 4734 or 758 8501 Hudson Valley's only outhentlc Japanese cuisine. Now open Thurs Dinner fromSpm IOpm. Thurs 3 pm 9pm on Sunday Full Japanese menu Teriyokl chicken. Tempura. Negimoki beef.

Tonkolsu pork. SUSHI ond SASHIMI Also brown rice and vegetarian SUSHI. Party pockoge and coloring olso available from Poughkeepsie Journal Restaurant Review. I INABEE'S I 5 A NoHon Reed, Poughkeepsie I luncheon served Mon. thru Fri.

1 lam 3 pm featuring gourmet burgers, sondwiches, homemode quiche, omelettes, soups ond salads. Dinner served Mon Sot. 5 10 pm. Sun. 4 9 pm.

Fresh seofood, stefeks and poultry. Dotty specials and homemade desserts. Happy Hour 4 5 pm. Vim, Mastercard. BEEKMAN ARMS Milrwbeck.

NV 74 7077 "America's Oldest Inn" ckca 1766. OPEN SEVEN DAYS. Some luncheon specialties Cobb Salad. Shrimp Louis, Omelettes. Jumbo Hamburgers Dinner 5 OOpm IO 00pm fepturipg nighlly specials of game, fresh seafood, smoked meats along with regular fare such as Poached Salmon, Veal wiih Artichokes.

Bay Scollops with snow peas. Boned Duck with Raspberry Sauceend our famous Prime Ribs Bountiful Sunday Buffet Brunch 10 0Oam 2 00pm. Rated (lW Hudson Valley Magazine. Reservations please. Credit Cards welcomed.

BRENDANS AT THE AIRPORT New lllilhsHik Reed. Wo slege fens, NV 462 2044 Par retailing lunch or dinner served In the Continental style with a panoramic view of the Hudson Valley, lunch: Monday through Friday II 30 am 2 00 prr Marling at S3 50 Dinner: Monday through Solurday 5 00. 9 pm. Dinners starting at 50. doted Sunday.

Wednesday. Thursday. Friday Charlie Hoyt at the plana. Gift Certificates, banquet facilities. Major credit cards.

For reservations Coll 462 2044. Dine out at one of these fine restaurants tonight Appetite! CHIANTI RESTAURANT 343 troedwey, Newburgh, NV Ml 3103 Setting a new trend for quality In Italian food ond generous superb cocktails at moderate prices. Served in a worm ond friendly atmosphere. We feature one of the most complete dinner menus in the Hudson Volley, which includes homemade pasta, finest steaks, seofood, poultry ond the best veal money con buy. lunch and dinner speciols dally.

Open Mondoy Fridoy 1 1 30am 9 30pm, Saturday 4 30pm 10 00pm. Closed Sunday. Visa, MC, AMX, Banquet facilities. CHRISTO'S RESTAURANT lit WMker Beeleverd. Pee ghkeeesle.

NV 47I 340 Continental cuisine In a country setting where fantasy becomes reality and amenities ore boundless, excellence to the lost truffle, located ot McConn Golf Course, Wilbur Blvd. Open to the public, lunches Tuet. frl 1 1 30 2 30 Dinners Tues. Sat. 5 9.

Closed Sunday ond Monday. Rotor rations available for parties up to 250 people. CLAUDIO'S ITALIAN RESTAURANT Route IS. Pougneueg, NV 724 3177 The finest In Italian food Try us once and you will be odd deal The menu olso features the best milk fed veol and seafood dishes. Tuesday through Thursday II 00 om 10 00 pm, Friday II am ll pm, Saturday Noon 1 1 pm: Sunday Noon 10 pm.

We cater parties from 50 1 SO people, dosed Monday. Newly renovated. 5 To advertise in this directory cail Ruth at 454 2000 oxt. 243. LA FONDA DEL SOL Old Route 9.

Weeplnaers Folls NV 27 904 Aulhentic Moxlcan ond Spanish cuisine In a charming Mexican style atmosphere Excellent Mexican Combinations seasoned mild or hot to suit your ratio. Hours, Monday Friday II 30om l0 30pm. Saturday 2 OOpm 10 30pm, Sunday 2 00pm 10 30pm. Entertainment In Comma. Wednesday Thursday 9 30pm 2 00am, Friday and Saturday 10 OOpm 2 00am, Cocktails available.

Blenvenldo FOR YOUR MARTIN'S Route lour miles south el Flshklll 245 3557 "Affordable excellence" utlly detcribet Cold Spring's newest reitouront. An Imoginotive' menu of European and American specialities generous cock freshly prepared gourmet entrees, wolering dessert friendly ser Intimate, candlelit athtotphere unbelievably low prices Altogether, an Incomparable dining experience. Wednesday through Sunday from 5 00 Sunday brunch from 12 00 noon. Visa, MC THE MEETING HOUSE RESTAURANT It. 33 I.

Main (et the light) Pawling 914 3SS 3300 NOW OPEN. Serving such appetisers os Oysters Rockefeller, Steak, featuring Peppercorn and Cognoc Flamed Filet, Pasta such os Tortellml Bolognose and one of our entree specialities Seafood Alfredo with clams, mussels, shrimps, and scallops simmered in a delicate cheese plus homemode desserts, all topped with fresh whipped creant. Open for lunch from II 30 3 30, lues Dinner IQ, Sun dinner only 4 9. C. and Visa accepted, reservations please.

NICK INN Route 55. leCrenge. NV 473 5455 A tasty experience. A very unique eating and drinking sotoonl The usual quite the unusual at "The Nick4. featuring the likes of which you ore not likely to find In this area Exciting lunches ond dinners ore served continuously from 1 1 30 1 1 00 Monday Solurday Altitude Adjustment Hour Tuet.

Fri. 4 7. Private parties available for groups up to 30 people. Closed Sunday. THE OSBORNE INN Osborne Hill Reed, Flshklll, NY (Just off Route 9) M4 9973 Innkeepers! John end Deris Ceshin A very special little ploce for lunch, "lighter" lunches, dinner, brunch.

Blackboard specials availoble dally. Enjoy the dining room or fireplace lounge. Banquet facilities. Lunch 1 1 30 am 4 30 pm. Dinner 5 00 pm 10 00 pm daily, Sunday 1 1 30 am 9 00 pm.

Brunch Sunday II 30 om 3 00 pm. Major credit cards accepted. Entertainment Friday ond Saturday evenings. Closed Tuesdays. PAOLUCCI'S Route 44.

Mlllbraok. NV 12545 477 9774. 577 5178 Country llolian cuisine encomposstng the flavors and techniques of all the regions of Italy, south to north, wilh some bordering on French and Swiss fare. The owner chef. Joseph Poolucci, has combined the best of cuisine wilh the comforts of country ombiance.

All dishes cooked to your preference. Sunday light lunch 12 noon 3 00 pm Dinner Tuesday through Saturday 5 30 pm 10 00 pm. Sundays 12 noon 9 30 pm. Closed Mondays. PETER'S PLACE 14 Fairmont, Pevgtikeepsle.

NV 471 5151 coiy. candlelit pub Daily blackboard specials Seafood, steaks, prime ribs Fresh vegeiuo es. ueieciao soiaas. Luncn. Dinner ana late nne menu, cocktails.

Kitchen open from 1 1 juomv OOpm Open 6 days Sunday dinner 4 30pm 9 00pm. Bar open 'lit 4 00am. SHIP LANTERN INN Route tW. Milton. NV 75 5400 Oldest Continental Restaurant Ownership in Hudson Valley.

Third generation of family management. Seasonal specialties Banquets and private parlies wilh a Continental touch. Gift certificates, luncheon Tuesday Friday 12 noon 2 pm. Dinner 00 pm 9 30 pm. Solurday dinner 5 00 pm 10 30 pm.

Sunday dinner I 00 pm 8 00 pm. Closed Monday, and for vocation January I January 24. Visa, MC SHIP'S WHEEL Route 9. Wappbigere Falls NY 397 4407 Fresh seafoods, live lobsters, prime ribs and steaks Blackboard specials availoble doily Dinners from $6 93 include ossortad hot breads, house salad and fresh fruit bosket with mined nuts and cookies for dessert. Children's menu available.

Open 7 days. Luncheon Hours. Monday Saturday 1 1 .30 om 3 30 pm Sunday Lunch or Brunch II 30 2 30. Dinner served oil day on Sunday, Monday Thursday 3 30 pm 10 00 pm. Fuday and Saturday 3 30 pm I 00 pm.

Amu, Visa, MC THE SIDEWINDER RESTAURANT South Hills Mall 2M 8050 Excellent homemode Mexican cuisine Charbroiled sleoks. BBQ ribs and chicken, variety of burgers ond sandwiches, quiche and crepes Over 40 item soup'n'solad bar. Mosey on down for cozy lunch, dinner and cocktails. Happy Hour. Mon Sat.

II om 9 30 pm. Sun. 12 pm. Visa. Mastercard STOCKYARD RESTAURANT Turner Street, Hopewell Junction 221 4444 Just over Ihe R.

Bridge on Route 82 Delicious seafood ond steaks. Dining in a rustic, comfortable setting Monday Thursday 4 00pm l0 30pm. Friday 3 00pm II 30pm. Saturday I2noon ll OOpm. Sunday 12 noon 10 30 pm.

"MORE THAN REASONABLE PRICES TOM'S COLONIAL RESTAURANT AT THE HOLIDAY INN OF FISHKIU Route 9 end Interstate 84. Flshklll 84 5281 The finest in Americon cuisine featuring our solod bar with dinner Breokfott 6 30 am to 1 1 30 am. Luncheon hours 1 1 30am 4 30pm daily. Dinner hours 4 30pm 10 OOpm daily, live entertainment nighlly TOWNE CRIER CAFE hamlet of Bee kitten, outside Hopewell Junction On Beekmen Rd. between Teconlc Pkwy.

and Rte. 53 223555 Featuring both great food and music In an authentic early American general store. Mostly internationally inspired, a la carta menu'with entrees (including solod ond broods) from $7.75 ta.SH 75. soups, oppetizors, wines, beers, ond sumptuous, uncommon desserts Open for dinner Fri Sat, 5 00 pm Concerts (optional) begin 9 30 Fri, Sat. Cafe counter open 8 00 pm to serve light meals, desserts, coffees, teos, wines, beers Reservations for dinner ond concerts highly recommended For reservations and music schedule, call (914) 233 5555.

Closed Sunday until March. Visa, MC accepted VILLA ROMA RESTAURANTS South Hills Mall. Rtes. 9 ft 9D, Poughkeepsie 297 1343 Route 9. Flshklll IM A040 Homemade Itahon cuisine feoturing our own losagna, manicot(i, eggplant, veol and chicken dinners which include our 40 items soup'n'solad bar Pizza mode daily Deep Pan Style tool Heroes, sandwiches, and charbroited burgers.

Cocktails at Moll, Beer at Fishkill location Full take out Mall hours Mon Sat 1 1 om 9 30pm 5un 12 5pm. Fishkill hours Sun Thur llam 10 pm. Fri Sat llam llpm Visa Mastercard YE OLDE DOVER TAVERN est. 1848 MIN Street, Dover Moles. N.V.

877 3301 Conlinenlal'American cuisine served in warm, country selling with fireside dining Lunch served Tuotdoy Friday II 00 2 00" Dinner served Tuesday Sunday. Entrees start at $7 95 Dinner hours Tuesday Thursday 5 30 9 30. Friday Solurday 5 30 10 30. Sunday 12 00 9 00 Sunday brunefi served 12 00 4 00 locoted in the historic villoae of Dover Pknns lake Rl. 343 to Rt 22 ft turn on "Roilroad Square ly Wo re located 500 yds.

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