On Wednesday, May 3 at 6:30 p.m. The Gatsby in Islip, New York will serve a four-course dinner paired with the Tuscan wines of Banfi Vinters. The cost is $75 per person. Reservations can be made by calling The Gatsby directly at 631-581-1900.

I’ve never been to The Gatsby. In fact, the last time I was in the building, it was a Chinese buffet named Tang’s at least five years ago when my office was right around the corner.

In recent years, however, I’ve heard many great things about the restaurant, and I’ll be there for this event.

The menu looks good:

Hors D’oeuvres
  Principessa Gavi
 
 
Ceviche of shrimp and crab
with avocado, red onion and Thai basil
  San Angelo Pinot Grigio
 
 
Wild mushroom risotto
with spring peas, parmesan and truffle butter
 
  Chianti Classico Riserva
 

 

Marinated grilled skirt steak
with chive whipped potatoes, pearl onions and red wine
 
  Castello Banfi Brunello Di Montalcino
 

 

Warm chocolate brownie
with pistachio ice cream and cherry sauce
  Rosa Regale Brachetto