Buffalo & Belmont
Park, NY – November 2021 / Newsmaker Alert /
UBS
Arena, the metropolitan area’s most anticipated live entertainment
venue and future home of the New York Islanders Hockey Club, will boast
a distinctively “New York” flavor when it opens its doors later this month.
Global
hospitality company Delaware North
has partnered with an array of New York Metro area food providers and brands
to create a unique culinary program at UBS Arena that fans will experience
through concessions areas, VIP suites and premium clubs that merge boutique
hospitality with a live entertainment setting. Throughout the venue, fans
can expect chef-driven menus and locally inspired signature dishes.
“The focus on bringing a true local New York flavor throughout the culinary offerings will provide our guests with a unique experience they can only find at UBS Arena,” said Hank Abate, President of Arena Operations at UBS Arena. “In working with our colleagues at Delaware North to bring this to life, we’re excited for fans to taste all these creations starting this month.” At UBS Arena, Delaware North will source 75% of food ingredients from within a 300 mile radius based on seasonality and has partnered with local and regional vendors to source products that support New York state’s Taste NY initiative. Local branded highlights include:
Market and concession stands will offer a wide variety of food options, including street tacos, seafood, modern Chinese, Halal and sausages, a carving station and deli, as well as classics such as pizzas, cheesesteaks, chicken tenders, ice cream, burgers and pretzels. Portable stands will also offer great variety with both food (popcorn, sushi, BBQ and nachos) and beverages (Vide canned cocktails, Ilegal Mezcal craft cocktails, Claffey Pop spiked seltzers and grab-and-go locations offering beer and other canned beverages). Specialty items throughout the arena will include gluten-free, vegetarian, and kosher items. A full accompaniment of premium hospitality services will also be offered by Delaware North at UBS Arena in 56 suites, 22 UBS Club lofts and five major club areas. Leading the culinary direction for Delaware North is Executive Chef Ted Donnelly. Donnelly, a Tri-State Region native, has nearly 15 years of experience in high profile settings, including four years with Delaware North at MetLife Stadium and major events such as Super Bowl XLVIII, the 2013 Stanley Cup Final, the 2016 NHL All Star Game and 2015 MLB All Star Game. Prior to rejoining Delaware North to lead culinary operations at UBS Arena, he spent five years as senior executive chef for the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. Beyond its local partnerships, Delaware North is leveraging its culinary talent and operational experience in New York through its Patina Restaurant Group, which operates several high-end restaurants in the region, including Nick + Stef’s Steakhouse (Midtown Manhattan); Lincoln Ristorante (Lincoln Center); STATE Grill and Bar (Empire State Building); and the Brooklyn Botanic Garden. “The New York Metro area is known for its food and that will be on full display at UBS Arena,” Donnelly said. “Fans have a much more elevated expectation of their food and drinks when attending events these days, so our goal is to provide a culinary experience that matches the world-class sports and entertainment events they’re coming to see.” About
Delaware North
About
UBS Arena
Located on the historic grounds of Belmont Park, UBS Arena is located less than 15 miles from both JFK and LaGuardia Airports and is accessible via car and ride share at exits 26A, 26B, and 26D off of the Cross Island Parkway. For guests using the Long Island Railroad, UBS Arena will be accessible to East and Westbound travelers at the Queens Village LIRR station, Eastbound travelers at the brand new Elmont Station (accessible Westbound in Fall 2022), and via the Belmont Spur station, operating from Jamaica on event-days only. In addition to the Long Island Rail Road, the arena is also accessible via MTA Bus Routes Q2 and Q110 and the Nassau County Inter-Express N6 bus service. Upcoming events at UBS Arena at Belmont Park include Eric Church on Saturday, December 4, Genesis on Friday, December 10 and a sold out Sebastian Maniscalco on December 27. For additional information, please visit www.UBSArena.com or @UBSArena on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. About
the New York Islanders
The Islanders Children’s Foundation has helped countless youngsters in need around the world since its inception. Donations are raised through the efforts of our players, management, and employees, along with our fans and partners. UBS Arena at Belmont Park is the team’s new, state of the art home starting this NHL season. About
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