How to resolve AdBlock issue? SARATOGA SPRINGS — The 2017 season at Saratoga Race Course will feature an expansion of the popular Taste NY series. In partnership with the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets, it will be held over the course of four days each week of the meet.
The Taste NY series provides track guests with the opportunity to sample a wide variety of products made exclusively in New York. The lively on-track market of food, fashion and artisan vendors, which was previously held on Sunday, will now expand to Thursday, Friday and Saturday. The weekend editions will complement the returning TasteNY: Cider, Wine and Spirits on Thursday and Taste NY: Craft Beer on Friday.
The weekly series will take place on-track at the Berkshire Bank Saratoga Pavilion.The Thursday and Friday editions occur from noon to 5 p.m., while the Saturday and Sunday markets commence at 10:30a.m. and run through 5 p.m.
There is no admission charge. Wines, ciders and spirits will be avail- able in increments of five samples for $5 on Thursday while selections of craft beer will be available for the same on Friday. There is no sampling fee for foods on Saturday and Sunday.
Guests will be able to purchase products that are available for sampling.
“As one of the leading suppliers of agricultural products in the nation, New York has a proud history of producing quality, locally made wine, beer and food. The Taste NY at Saratoga series has been tremendously well-received by our guests, and we are excited about the program’s expansion for the upcoming season,” said Lynn LaRocca, the New York Racing Association senior vice president and chief experience officer, in a statement. “We look forward to continuing to use the popularity of Saratoga Race Course as a platform to showcase these products in partnership with the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets.”
“Just like our world-class thoroughbreds, New York produces some of the very best agricultural products, and the Taste NY at Saratoga series is a great way to enjoy both. We are excited to team up with NYRA again this season to give guests even more opportunities to try the state’s top-notch food and craft beverages, while giving our small businesses a platform to reach new customers,” added state Agriculture Commissioner Richard A. Ball.
Weekend guests also will have the opportunity to learn more about enhancing their on-track experience through NYRA Bets and the all-new NYRA XP mobile app.
For more information about participating vendors and breweries, visit the website www.NYRA.com/Saratoga. Season admission passes are available for purchase online as well or in-person at most Stewart’s Shops in the Capital Region.
The 2017 summer meet at Saratoga Race Course begins on Friday, July 21 and concludes on Labor Day, Monday, September 4.
