"Taste of Perth Amboy" Brings Worldwide Cuisine To the City's Historic Downtown District on October 22

The Historic City of Perth Amboy becomes the destination for delicious cuisine, exciting entertainment and incredible fun during The Taste of Perth Amboy on Thursday, October 22. Beginning at 6 PM and running until 9 PM, over 30 restaurants, bakeries and cafés are participating in the “Taste,” which will be held at the ZPA Cocktail Lounge at 281 Grace Street. Guests can sample an incredible variety of international foods, desserts and beverages by simply walking a few steps between serving tables.

This year, “The Taste” will feature specialty dishes, prepared with Perth Amboy flair, from countries around the world. People who attend “The Taste” can treat themselves to delectable fare from restaurants that specialize in diverse cooking styles from Asia, China, the Dominican Republic, Italy, Mexico, Puerto Rico and Portugal. While treating their taste buds to food creations from all corners of the world, guests can spend the evening with family and friends in cozy Perth Amboy.

The City of Perth Amboy’s Honorable Mayor Wilda Diaz is hosting the “The Taste” that is presented by the CPA-Save Our Carnegie Library, a 501-c-3 non-profit organization, the City of Perth Amboy and the Perth Amboy Business Improvement District (BID). Tickets are going fast and available online for $30 a person, $20 for students with Student ID. The easiest and quickest way to buy tickets is by visiting the website: www.TasteofPerthAmboy.eventbrite.com. The BID encourages event-goers to buy their tickets in advance because only a limited number will be available at the door.

Speaking about the energy and enthusiasm generated by “The Taste,” the Honorable Mayor Wilda Diaz said, “On this grand evening, we will truly celebrate the City’s talented chefs as well as our fabulous restaurants, bakeries, food crafters and cafés. What better way is there to enjoy yourself and all the cuisine served in our City.”

Taste of Perth Amboy

When: 6PM to 9 PM, Thursday, Oct. 22

Where: ZPA Cocktail Lounge, 281 Grace Street

Tickets: $30 a person and $20 for students/with ID at www.TasteofPerthAmboy.eventbrite.com or call

732.442.6421 or 732.826.0290, ext.4050

In addition to providing a gourmet feast, “The Taste” is helping to raise funds for the Historic Perth Amboy Carnegie Library. According to the BID, all proceeds from “The Taste” will go to the library. When those funds are added to donations collected during previous fundraisers, the BID expects the total Library contribution to exceed $10,000.

Also, Mayor Diaz will present three awards to the chefs, bakers and food crafters who prepare and serve the most incredible cuisine and desserts. The trophies recognize the evening’s “Best Food” and “Best Dessert.” Based on the votes cast by event-goers, the Mayor will award the “People’s Choice” honor. The three-foot tall trophy guarantees the winner holds local “bragging rights” for the next year as the City’s “Best of the Best” restaurant.

Taste of Perth Amboy Blends Cuisine and Entertainment

At this year’s “Taste,” there is also going to be dance performances, live music and a DJ, who sets the tone by playing a wide selection of music. Entertainment includes an Argentinean couple who will perform flowing and fluid dance routines from their country as well as Paraguay and Uruguay. Also, children, dressed in traditional clothing from Poland, will perform Polish dances. And, in between all that music and motion, a group of musicians will play the beautiful sounding cuatro, the national instrument of Puerto Rico, and a Mariachi Band will close the festivities.

For more information and to purchase tickets visit www.TasteofPerthAmboy.eventbrite.com or call 732.442.6421 or 732. 826.0290, ext. 4050. More “Taste” news at www.agreatertown.com/perth_amboy_nj/taste_of_perth_amboy_2015_0001229853

About Perth Amboy

The Historic City of Perth Amboy, which was incorporated in 1718 and a second time in 1784, is a thriving community at the mouth of the Raritan River in Middlesex County, N.J. The Honorable Mayor Wilda Diaz, who was first elected in 2008, began her second, four-year term in 2012. Mayor Diaz has demonstrated her leadership and vision in strengthening the community’s Downtown commercial area by attracting and assisting small businesses and welcoming major corporations. Mayor Diaz is assisted in her mission by an experienced and a responsible City Council. The Perth Amboy Business Improvement District and Urban Enterprise Zone are also driving forces in enhancing the City’s economic vitality and long-term growth.