Smithtown's Foodie To Do List

What’s Cookin’? – Smithtown

By Nancy Vallarella

Smithtown’s Foodie To Do List

May’s calendar is turning out to be filled with food, fun and fundraising throughout Smithtown.

Jump starting May’s many events is Long Island RESTAURANT WEEK; Sunday, April 28 for eight days ending on Sunday, May 5. Participating restaurants will offer a three-course prix fixe for $27.95 every night they are open except Saturday when the menu may only be offered until 7 p.m.  This is a great opportunity to try that local restaurant you never seem to get to. Reference Smithtown Matters Food and Restaurant Guide for contact info and make your reservations today.

Stop into New York Stuffed Cone in Saint James on Thursday, May, 2  from 4pm -8pm.  A percentage of all sales will go to St. James Elementary School PTA.  The class that registers the most attendees will win a… Sundae Party! 

Our angels from the Smithtown Children’s Foundation have partnered with Yogurtini on Middle Country Road in Smithtown.  They will be honoring the memory of Accompsett Elementary teacher Mike Denaro on Friday, May 3 from 5pm – 10 pm.  20% of all sales will be returned to the Mike’s Hike Science Scholarship Fund and the Smithtown Children’s Foundation.

May 5, Cinco de Mayo commemorates the Mexican army’s 1862 victory over France at the Battle of Puebla during the Franco-Mexican War. In the United States, Cinco de Mayo has evolved into a celebration of Mexican culture and heritage. In Smithtown, it means - FIESTA! 

Maria’s Mexican & Latin Cuisine in Nesconset is offering an authentic Mexican menu, margaritas for 5 pesos and Coronas for 4 pesos. Live music, games, prizes and give-a-ways are planned for the event. In Saint James, Del Fuego has mucho drink specials and live music planned to begin at 4pm on their outdoor patio. Here’s hoping for good weather!

The Kings Park Farmer’s Market will also be counting on good weather May 5 for its opening day.  The market will be open from 9am to 2pm and is located across from the King’s Park firehouse. Get there early for the best selection of Long Island grown vegetables, plants and flowers. You will be delighted to find other artisan goodies there as well. This past weekend, at the Commack Winter Farmer’s Market I picked up Kalypso Greek Yogurt and Laurie’s Granola.  Both are exceptional products and will be available at Kings Park on May 5th. Jen’s Hens Eggs from Turtle Back Farms in Smithtown and Thera Farms with their hydroponically grown greens will be there too. 

ATTENTION MOMS: Head over to the Smithhaven Mall on Thursday, May 9^th for National Mom’s Night Out from 5 – 8pm.  “The Ultimate Celebration of Motherhood” takes place at the center court with free food and drink samples, gift bags, give-a-ways, mini makeovers & fashion show.

Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 12.  If you plan on taking mom out to eat, make those reservations pronto.  If you plan on a DYI celebration, reference the What’s Cookin’? – Smithtown facebook page www.facebook.com/chef.noko.wcs  for recipe ideas, local take out options and great gift ideas.