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RCC Hospitality & Culinary Arts Center Food Enthusiast Program 2025 Has Limited Availability

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February 19th @ 6:30pm –  Join Chef Pam, a lead baker for Rising Above Bakery. The next installment of the Food Enthusiast Program features Babka & Rugelach with Chef Pam Sangen,

Use the link ABOVE to register. There is limited availability for this class. Hurry!! Enjoy an evening of fun along with some great baked goods. When you arrive at 6:30 you will be greeted with appetizers and you get to take home or eat the recipes you make. 

“We welcome food lovers of all skill levels from our community to join us in our state-of-the-art teaching kitchens to celebrate the joy of cooking and the shared experience of dining,” said Mark Davidoff, Director of the RCC Hospitality & Culinary Arts Center and Foodservice. “Each class offers a chance to explore new culinary experiences, learn from top professionals, and, most importantly, enjoy delicious food crafted with your own hands.”

Location: RCC Hospitality & Culinary Arts Center 70 Main St, in Nyack.

Side Note:  “Classico Italiano” and “Chillin & Grillin” are SOLD OUT. 

Mark your calendar for other Food Enthusiast Program events:

March 6 – Hassenpfeffer Braised Rabbit Stew with Chef Steve Brunner
April 17 – Kreyol Catering with Chef Eve Chery
May 1 – April Showers Bring May Flowers with Chef Katie Lewis
May 14 – Tiramisu with Chef Matt Siciliano

To register, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/food-enthusiast-classes-1558789. For questions, contact the Nyack Hospitality and Culinary Art Center’s director, Mark Davidoff, at 845-875-7571 or mark.davidoff@sunyrockland.edu.

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Pearl River Food Truck Festival May 9: Rockland County’s Must-Visit Food Event

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April 21, 2026

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PEARL RIVER, N.Y. — The Spring 2026 Pearl River Food Truck Festival is set to return on Saturday, May 9, bringing a wide variety of food, drinks, and community activity to Central Avenue Field.

The event will run from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. and is expected to draw visitors from across Rockland County and the surrounding Hudson Valley.

Organizers have launched a new website for the festival, where attendees can preview vendors and plan their visit:
www.pearlriverftf.com

This year’s lineup features a mix of returning favorites and new vendors offering everything from seafood and barbecue to desserts and specialty drinks. Among those scheduled to appear are Red Barn Cidery, Cousins Maine Lobster, Grumpy Dumpling Co., That Cheese Lady, and Three Little Pigs BBQ.

Additional participants include Sweet D’s, Maillard Food Truck, Liquid Fables, Nelson Gourmet House, New York Soda Jerks, Crave NY Wings, Prince Popover, Cooper’s Daughter Spirits, Uncle Bob’s Kettle Corn, Manor Sangria, EmpaBake Empanadas, Doc Pickle LLC, Irie Delights Bakery, Crannog Apiary, Chef J’s Latin Dragon, Lara’s Kitchen, Pretzel Boy, and Stony Point Brewing Co.

The festival has grown into one of the more popular seasonal events in the area, offering a family-friendly atmosphere with a focus on local businesses and regional food vendors.

Admission details and additional updates are available on the festival’s website.

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Christopher Vergine Named Businessperson of the Year – Rockland County St. Patrick’s Day Parade

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March 11, 2026

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Congratulations to Chris Vergine on being named Businessperson of the Year for the Rockland County St. Patrick’s Day Parade!

Christopher Vergine is a lifelong resident of Pearl River, New York and comes from a family with deep, multigenerational ties to the community. He grew up in Pearl River alongside his brothers, including Larry Vergine and Andrew Vergine, in a household where family, service, and community involvement were central values.

Chris has dedicated much of his life to serving others. Since becoming a volunteer firefighter at just 16 years old, he has taken on numerous leadership roles, including:

  • Past President of the Excelsior Engine Company of Pearl River

  • Former Captain of the Pearl River Fire Police

  • Active member of the Rockland County Fire Police Association

Beyond his fire service, Chris remains deeply involved in local civic organizations, including the Pearl River Elks and the American Legion in Pearl River.

Professionally, Chris is an owner of Wyman-Fisher Funeral Home, where he continues his commitment to helping families in the community during their most difficult times.

This recognition highlights not only Chris’s success in business but also his lifelong dedication to service, volunteerism, and the people of Pearl River. A well-deserved honor—congratulations again!

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