We had the pleasure of meeting Executive Chef Tony Moustakas and experiencing his fabulous food during the special Italian Feast, a curated 5-course Chef Dinner held at City Winery Hudson Valley in Montgomery, New York on Saturday, January 18, 2025. After dinner we met with him to learn more about this very interesting and passionate chef. Chef Tony Moustakas graciously shares his delectable recipe for Mushroom Bruschetta to tempt your palates into making a trip to City Winery Hudson Valley and experiencing their excellent food and award-winning wines for yourself. Bon appetit!
Born and raised in the Hudson Valley of New York, Executive Chef Tony Moustakas is the talent in the kitchen at City Winery Hudson Valley. He is a third-generation chef who first honed his culinary skills working in the kitchen alongside his father, before continuing his culinary training at Johnson & Wales University in the Culinary Arts/Chef Training program. Prior to working at City Winery Hudson Valley, Chef Moustakas ran his own restaurants for several years. Passionate about his family and cooking, he, and his family call Hudson Valley home.
Executive Chef Tony Moustakas
Executive Chef Tony Moustakas graciously shares his recipe for Mushroom Bruschetta to tempt your palate into experiencing the restaurant at City Winery Hudson Valley for yourself. Bon Appetit!
Executive Chef Tony Moustakas, City Winery Hudson Valley Recipe – Mushroom Bruschetta
Mushroom Bruschetta
Ingredients:
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100
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Grams (3.5 Ounces)
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Shitake, stemmed and sliced
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100
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Grams (3.5 Ounces)
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Oyster mushrooms, rough chopped
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100
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Grams (3.5 Ounces)
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Cremini, sliced
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30
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Grams (2 Tablespoons)
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Truffle Oil
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Olive Oil
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1
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Gram (1.25 Teaspoon)
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Thyme, fresh, stemmed
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Boursin cheese (garlic & herb)
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1
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Gram (1.25 Teaspoon)
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Chives, finely cut
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Salt and Pepper
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Ciabatta bread, cut in the bias
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Method for the Mushroom Bruschetta: Pre-heat convection oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (176.6 Celsius).
Place the mushrooms and salt and pepper on an oiled sheet pan, season with salt and pepper and bake for 5 minutes. (Chef Tony Moustakas notes that you can use any combination of mushrooms you like.)
After the mushrooms are cooked, transfer them to a bowl and add truffle oil, chives, thyme, and check for seasoning. Set to cool.
Cut the ciabatta (or other crusty bread of your preference) one-half inch thick on the bias, and brush with olive oil and grill to toast.
Presentation: Spread Boursin cheese on the bread and top with cooked mushrooms. Garnish with chives. Chef Tony notes that you can serve this mushroom bruschetta accompaniment with burrata cheese as well.
As examples of Chef Tony Moustakas culinary creativity, here is the special menu from the Italian Feast 5-Course Chef Dinner held at City Winery Hudson Valley on Saturday, January 18, 2025.
City Winery Hudson Valley Italian Feast Chef Dinner
Executive Chef Tony Moustakas and Winemaker Travis Van Caster
Saturday, January 18, 2025
Amuse
Crostini Con Le Cozze
Mussel Crostini, Sourdough, white wine, garlic, shallots
Wine Pairing: 2023 Limited Edition Sauvignon Blanc, Windrem vineyard – Lake County, California
First Course
Insalata Di Cavolo Nero
Kale, endive, parmigiano, hazelnut breadcrumbs, lemon dressing
Wine Pairing: 2022 Chardonnay Reserve “Cuvee Scopus,” Scopus vineyard – Sonoma Mountain, California
Second Course
Scarola E Fagioli
Escarole & Beans
Wine Pairing: 2023 Riesling, Uva Blanca vineyard – Finger Lakes, New York
Third Course
Ragu al Cinghiale
Tuscan Wild Boar Ragu, Egg Pappardelle
Wine Pairing: 2022 Syrah “Au Naturel,” Castellero vineyard – Lake County, California
Fourth Course
Tiramisu Classico
Wine Pairing: 2023 Riesling Ice Wine “Vin de Glaciere,” Uva Blanca vineyard – Finger Lakes, New York
Until next time, cheers and Bon Appetit!
City Winery Hudson Valley Hours: Wednesday and Thursday from 4:00 pm until 9:00 pm, Friday from 4:00 pm until 10:00 pm, Saturday from 11:00 am until 10:00 pm, and Sunday from 11:00 am until 8:00 pm. They are closed on Monday and Tuesday. Happy Hour: Wednesday through Friday from 4:00 pm until 6:00 pm. Wine Down Wednesday from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm with free live music.
Dates for City Winery Hudson Valley 5-Course Wine & Food Chef Dinners Series
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January 18, 2025
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Italian Feast Dinner
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January 24, 2025
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Island & Caribbean Escape Dinner
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February 7, 2025
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Asian Fusion Dinner
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February 28, 2025
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Wild Game Dinner
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March 7, 2025
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The Carnivore’s Dinner
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March 21, 2025
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Bourbon Barrel Feast Dinner
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April 4, 2025
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Viva Mexico Dinner
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Information about the Hudson Valley Chef Dinner Series at City Winery:
January 18, 2025: Italian Feast was a curated 5-course wine and food experience hosted by Executive Chef Tony Moustakas and Winemaker Travis Van Caster.
January 24, 2025: Island & Caribbean Escape: An evening of a curated 5-course wine and food experience featuring Caribbean cuisine. Lots of great food including conch and white wines.
February 7, 2025: Asian Fusion: An evening of a curated 5-course wine and food experience featuring Asian cuisine.
February 28, 2025: Wild Game: An evening of a curated 5-course wine and food experience featuring the rich flavors of wild game. Look for red wines and a mélange of wild boar, venison loin, and duck at this dinner.
March 7, 2025: The Carnivore’s Table: An evening of a curated 5-course wine and food experience for meat lovers. Red wines and red meat including 72-day dry aged beef.
March 21, 2025: Bourbon Barrel Feast: An evening of a curated 5-course wine and food experience for bourbon lovers. There will be bourbon pairings with the evening fare.
April 4, 2025: Viva Mexico: An evening of a curated 5-course wine and food experience featuring Mexican cuisine, and tequila pairings and margaritas to pair with the food.
For more information on City Winery Hudson Valley and or their Chef Dinner Series, please visit the website: https://citywinery.com/hudson-valley/restaurant-and-winery
You might also like to read about our dining experience at the Italian Feast at City Winery Hudson Valley in the Restaurants section.
City Winery Hudson Valley
23 Factory Street
Montgomery, New York 12549
United States
Telephone: +1-845-424-0222
Email: hudsonvalley@citywinery.com
Website: https://citywinery.com/hudson-valley/restaurant-and-winery
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