Teresa Giudice, Star of The Real Housewives of New Jersey, to Appear at Mount Airy Casino Resort for a Book Signing and 'Skinny Italian' Dinner

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Nov 09, 2010, 02:09 ET

MOUNT POCONO, Pa., Nov. 9, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Mount Airy Casino Resort is excited to welcome the table-flipping star of Bravo TV's The Real Housewives of New Jersey, Teresa Giudice, on Saturday, January 22. From 2 to 4 p.m., all guests of Mount Airy Casino Resort will be allowed to meet Teresa as she signs copies of her best-selling book, Skinny Italian. Teresa will also be hosting a "Skinny Italian" dinner later that evening from 6 to 8 p.m., which includes a private tasting menu and wine pairing in Mount Airy's high-end Italian restaurant, Le Sorelle Cucina.

Tickets for the sit-down dinner are $59 – which includes a complimentary copy of Giudice's book -- and can be purchased in advance at mountairycasino.com or by calling 1-866-468-7619.

The Real Housewives of New Jersey is the highest-rated Real Housewives franchise for all demographics. With more than 4.6 million viewers, it has twice the viewership of The Real Housewives of New York. Teresa's official website, www.TeresaGiudice.com, receives more than 13 million hits a month.

In her book, Giudice -- as famous for her table flipping as she is about gushing over her husband, Joe, and their four daughters -- offers a simple rundown of Italian standards like pesto and puttanesca sauces, veal piccata, steak pizzaiola, almond biscotti and the classic bellini in her authentic yet dishy look into food and family. Released last May, Skinny Italian eventually climbed to No. 4 on the "New York Times" bestseller list, making it the best-selling "Housewife" book in history.

"We are thrilled to welcome the extremely talented and charming author and television star Teresa Giudice to Mount Airy Casino Resort and specifically to Le Sorelle Cucina," Mount Airy's Executive Vice President and General Manager John Culetsu said.

"Teresa's recipes feature fresh, authentic Italian ingredients and traditional dishes which is exactly why she's the perfect fit for Le Sorelle Cucina. Chef Sal Fasano is excited – and honored – to be sharing his kitchen with Teresa," Culetsu continued.

One of two high-end restaurants at Mount Airy Casino Resort, Le Sorelle Cucina features exquisite, time-honored recipes combined with Italian hospitality and candle-lit ambiance. Distinctive and warm, this open-air style "sister's kitchen" includes an authentic, old-world brick oven.

"With our recent AAA Four-Diamond award, we continue to exceed expectations by offering our guests an absolutely incomparable casino gaming experience, breath-taking scenery, golf course, fine dining in our five restaurants and state-of-the-art spa and resort accommodations," Culetsu added.

ABOUT MOUNT AIRY CASINO RESORT

Located 75 minutes from New York City and set in the serene and picturesque Pocono Mountains, Mount Airy Casino Resort offers guests the ultimate experience in casino gaming, golf, outdoor activities, entertainment, five restaurants, and 188 lavish guest rooms and deluxe suites. The casino features more than 2,400 of the hottest slot machines and more than 70 table games including blackjack, roulette, craps, baccarat and poker.

Mount Airy Casino resort has received the AAA Four-Diamond award, becoming the first Pennsylvania casino and resort to have earned this prominent rating. Just 4 percent of the more than 31,000 AAA Rated lodgings and 2.8 percent of the 27,000 AAA Rated restaurants were awarded the prestigious AAA Four Diamond designation for 2010.

With critically acclaimed restaurants exclusive to Mount Airy Casino Resort -- notably red Steakhouse and Le Sorelle Cucina -- guests can chose from a variety of culinary experiences. red Steakhouse offers the highest quality steaks and fresh seafood in a stylish and chic setting. The Steakhouse also boasts an extensive wine list for all palates and serves small plates and a menu of specialty martinis. Le Sorelle Cucina features exquisite, time-honored recipes combined with Italian hospitality and candle-lit ambiance. Distinctive and warm, this open-air style "sister's kitchen" includes an authentic, old-world brick oven.

The guest rooms at Mount Airy are elegantly designed with outstanding amenities and features, exceeding the highest quality rooms available in the Pocono Mountains. Each room and suite includes pillow-top beds, a 37-inch LCD TV, free Internet access and a luxuriously appointed bathroom.

Mount Airy Casino Resort also features world-class entertainment in Gypsies Lounge and Nightclub. Upcoming performers include the Grammy-nominated band The Gin Blossoms, iconic alternative rock band The Spin Doctors and Country Music Award-winner Jack Ingram.

The Spa and Salon at Mount Airy provides guests with a range of invigorating salon and spa treatments, including signature facials, skin treatments, personalized massages and more.

Mount Airy's 18-hole, championship golf course boasts more than 6,000 yards of challenging and beautiful terrain amidst rolling, tree-lined fairways and multiple ponds, lakes and streams.

For more information, visit www.mountairycasino.com