Exclusive Fall Dinner Series “Winemaker Select” at The Ebbitt Room in Cape May

Get ready for an extraordinary dining experience this fall when the Ebbitt Room at the Virginia Hotel in Cape May introduces its exclusive Winemaker Select Dinner series. This immersive event promises to be a feast for the senses, pairing premium wines with artful cuisine in an intimate setting.

Held in the private Richmond Room, the series begins Thursday, September 19, and continues with additional dates on Thursday, October 17, Thursday, November 21, and Thursday, December 19. Each dinner will feature a carefully curated selection of wines from renowned wineries, paired with a five-course meal designed by Chef Jason Hanin. This isn’t just dinner – it’s a full experience, complete with an overnight stay at the luxurious Virginia Hotel.

An evening to enjoy

Each dinner in the series offers a unique opportunity to discover some of the world’s finest wines alongside the winemakers who crafted them. The September event will showcase Chappellet wines from Napa Valley, a must-try for any Cabernet Sauvignon lover. In October, guests can enjoy the legendary 2016 vintage from Maison Joanne, one of Bordeaux’s finest wine sources. The November dinner will feature wines from New Zealand’s Te Mata Estate, and in December, the series will conclude with the elegance of Champagne Gosset, France’s oldest champagne house.

Known for his innovative and artistic approach to the kitchen, Chef Jason Hanin will craft each menu to perfectly pair with the evening’s wine selection, ensuring that every bite makes every sip even better.

The full experience

The Winemaker Select Dinner Series isn’t just about the food – it’s about indulging in a complete, luxurious experience. Each dinner package includes an overnight stay at the Virginia Hotel, where guests can relax in one of the 24 beautifully appointed rooms at this adults-only boutique hotel. The package also includes a daily continental breakfast and complimentary valet parking, making it the perfect getaway for those looking to escape the daily grind and immerse themselves in a night of culinary bliss.

Help with booking

Space is limited for this exclusive dinner series, so reserve your spot soon. For more information or to book a package, visit The Ebbitt Room website or call (609) 849-9000. The Ebbitt Room is located at 25 Jackson Street, Cape May, NJ 08204.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of this intimate, sensual experience that promises to be one of the highlights of the fall season in Cape May.

In a move that has raised many questions, the FBI recently raided the home of Tennessee Congressman Andy Ogles, just days after he won the Republican primary. The raid centers on discrepancies in Ogles’ campaign finance disclosures, issues that the Federal Election Commission (FEC) has been investigating for months.

Ogles has openly admitted to errors in his campaign’s finance reports and attributed them to honest mistakes. In fact, he is working with lawyers and experts to fix those problems and filed a series of amendments back in May. Those amendments included retracting claims about personal loans and donations that had previously been reported to the FEC. It’s a process that seemed to be moving forward without drama – until the FBI got involved.

The timing of the raid is particularly surprising. Justice Department guidelines typically advise against overt action in investigations of political candidates within 60 days of an election, but it happened nonetheless. Nevertheless, the FBI executed a search warrant and seized Ogles’ cellphone and possibly other evidence related to the case.

Ogles has expressed his willingness to cooperate fully with the FBI, as he has with the FEC, and claims the discrepancies in his records were simple errors and not an attempt to deceive. But the fact that law enforcement officials in Ogles’ hometown of Maury County were apparently unaware of the raid adds another dimension to the matter.

This situation is sure to spark debate, especially given the sensitive timing and the ongoing election season. While Ogles continues to work with authorities to make things right, the FBI’s decision to intervene at this time will certainly be viewed by some as more than just routine. Whether this will have any impact on his political future remains to be seen, but one thing is for sure: this story is far from over.

Get ready for a rollercoaster of weather over the next few days, New Jersey! The day will start sunny with highs around 82°F, and you’ll feel a light breeze as the northeast wind turns to southeast in the afternoon. It’s the perfect day to enjoy the outdoors – just don’t forget your sunglasses.

Tonight, skies will be mostly clear with lows of around 19°C. The breeze will ease and a light southerly wind will make the evening a pleasant place for a stroll or stargazing.

Things are heating up on Wednesday – in the truest sense of the word. Temperatures will rise to around 35°C, and the heat index will make it feel as hot as 38°C. The day will still be mostly sunny, but there is a small chance (20%) of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon, especially after 5pm. A southwesterly wind at around 10mph will keep everything moving.

As night falls on Wednesday, the chance of showers and thunderstorms increases to 40%, especially before 2am. It will be mostly cloudy, with a low of 21°C, and winds will shift from southwest to northeast after midnight. Up to 60mm of rain is possible, but if a thunderstorm is in your area, expect higher amounts.

Thursday will bring some cooling. There is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms in the morning before 8am, then again in the afternoon after 2pm. The high will drop to a more comfortable 25°C and skies will be partly sunny. An easterly wind at 10-15mph will bring fresh air, but the chance of rain will remain low at 20%.

Until Thursday night it will be mostly cloudy with lows of around 18°C.

Finally, Friday seems to be a winner– mostly sunny with maximum temperatures around 25 °C, perfect for those who are fed up with the heat.

Stay cool, stay dry, and keep an eye on the skies this week because New Jersey weather is giving us a little bit of everything!