Antonio Bettencourt of 62 to make National Television Debut

The following release is courtesy of JP Faiella.

WHAT: Executive Chef/Owner Antonio Bettencourt of in Salem joins the reality show ranks alongside other notable Boston area chefs this coming Wednesday night Aug. 17, 2011 as he makes his national television debut on Rocco's Dinner Party on Bravo at 10 p.m. eastern/9 p.m. central. A

ccording to IMDb (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1960802/plotsummary), the episode titled Liza with a 'B!', pits healthy caterer Frank Picchione, opera singer Lucia Palmieri and restaurant owner/chef Antonio Bettencourt against each other as they vie to throw the best bash ever for Liza Minnelli's 65th Birthday.

There's $20,000 at stake; as well as some serious bragging rights — as the chefs compete to throw a fete worthy of the incomparable Liza with a Z!

WHERE: Station: Bravo

WHEN: Wednesday, Aug. 17, 2011, 10 p.m. eastern/9 p.m. central

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About 62 Restaurant & Wine Bar:

“62” is a Modern Italian trattoria serving contemporary versions of regional Italian classics in downtown Salem. Chef Antonio Bettencourt and his team are dedicated to using the best locally — sourced, all natural ingredients in season and at the peak of flavor. The cooking at 62 shows true soul and a commitment to the true "craft" of cooking.