Westfield Announcements

Westfield just completed a successful Restaurant Week which ran for a two-week period from September 14 - September 25, 2009. Restaurants were busy as diners came to try new restaurants and sample favorites. Many restaurants were exceedingly pleased with the success of this new 2009 event, and several establishments plan to continue with the price fixed menus into the Fall. Chez Catherine, 16 Prospect and Acquaviva delle fonti are among the restaurants that will continue with a similar price fixed option.

16 Prospect Wine Bar and Bistro will continue with the price fixed menus every day for lunch and dinner. They are closed on Mondays, however will offer a daily 2-course lunch menu for $12.00, and a 3-course dinner menu for $25.00. 16 Prospect St., 908.232.7320. www.16prospect.com/

Chez Catherine will continue a 2-course Lunch for $20.00, with a choice of 3 Appetizers or 3 Desserts and a choice of 3 Entrees, anytime from Noon to 2:30pm, and a 3-course Dinner for $35.00, with a seating at 5:30pm only from Tuesday to Friday. Price fixed menus are not available on Saturday. The restaurant is closed on Sunday and Monday. 431 North Ave. W., 908.654.4011. www.chezcatherine.com/

Acquaviva delle fonti will continue with a price fixed dinner through winter, offering 3-courses for $25. 115 Elm St., 908.301.0700. www.acquaviva-dellefonti.com/

Cold Stone Creamery - By popular demand, delightful, seasonal, Pumpkin Ice Cream will be available in October and November. This is a real treat. Also in October, a scoop of any ice cream in a Kids Cone is only 99 cents (mix-ins extra), an affordable indulgence. 163 E. Broad St. , 908.518.0044.

Ana Beall's Tea Room invites you to celebrate Diwali, the Festival of Lights celebrated by Indians around the world by taking part in an Indian Afternoon Tea. They will celebrate by offering a special Afternoon Tea including Indian flavours, both savory and sweet. Call (908) 264-4221 for reservations on Thursday or Friday, October 15-16, when the Indian Afternoon Tea will be served daily. 415 Westfield Ave., 908.264.4221. www.anabeallstearoom.com

Rockn' Joe Coffeehouse + Bistro - How does an adult justify eating Cap'n Crunch for breakfast (admit it, you want to)? Come to Rockn' Joe and try their newest menu item yet: Cap'n Crunch French Toast. They take thick sliced bread, dip it in Cap'n Crunch cereal and top it with whipped cream and strawberries. It's a little taste of childhood, for $9.95. 20 Prospect Street, 908.232.1660. www.rocknjoe.net

The Office Beer Bar & Grill - Oktoberfest is back at The Office September 30th through November 1st, introducing 5 new Oktoberfest beers and signature Oktoberfest dishes like Black Forest Burger, Bratwurst Burger, Chicken Schnitzel Salad, Pretzel Platter and Potato Pancakes. 411 North Ave., 908.232.1207. www.office-beerbar.com

CoolVines - October Wine Tastings from 2-5pm include: Saturday October 3rd: What to pair with Osso Bucco and other Northern Italian Fare; Saturday October 10th: What's this talk about oak anyway? Saturday October 17th: The many faces of Pinot Noir; Saturday October 24th: Cool wines to serve at Halloween parties; Saturday October 31st: Candy for Adults, what to pair and serve with dessert. 23 Elm St. 908-232-5050, www.coolvines.com