South Jersey’s dining scene has evolved dramatically over the last decade. Restaurants are no longer competing solely on menu quality or atmosphere. Today’s diners seek immersive experiences that combine exceptional food, world-class beverages, entertainment, hospitality, and a sense of discovery. The most successful venues understand that modern guests want more than dinner. They want an occasion. They want an event. They want something memorable enough to build an evening around.
On July 29, 2026, Randall’s Restaurant at The Legacy Club in Cherry Hill will deliver exactly that experience as it hosts the first-ever Randall’s Food and Wine Fest, an ambitious culinary celebration that promises to transform one of South Jersey’s most picturesque dining destinations into an international showcase of food, wine, music, and hospitality.
The event marks another significant milestone in the continuing evolution of The Legacy Club, formerly known as Woodcrest Country Club. Since its transformation, the property has steadily expanded its reputation beyond golf, establishing itself as one of the region’s most dynamic lifestyle destinations. Randall’s Restaurant has emerged as a centerpiece of that vision, combining elevated cuisine, sophisticated surroundings, and welcoming hospitality in a setting that attracts guests from throughout New Jersey and the Philadelphia metropolitan area.
The inaugural Food and Wine Fest represents a natural extension of that mission.
Rather than presenting a traditional seated wine dinner or limited tasting experience, Randall’s is creating a large-scale culinary event designed to encourage exploration, conversation, and discovery. Guests will move throughout the property’s Courtyard and Patio spaces while experiencing carefully curated food and wine pairings inspired by some of the world’s most celebrated wine-producing regions.
The evening’s international focus immediately distinguishes it from many regional tasting events. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore wines representing France, Spain, Italy, California, New Zealand, and Australia, creating a global journey without ever leaving Cherry Hill. Each region brings its own history, personality, climate, winemaking traditions, and flavor profiles, allowing guests to compare styles while discovering new favorites along the way.
For wine enthusiasts, the event offers a rare opportunity to experience multiple wine cultures in a single evening. From the elegance and structure associated with classic French selections to the bold expressions emerging from California vineyards, and from the centuries-old traditions of Italy and Spain to the innovative approaches found throughout Australia and New Zealand, the tasting experience is designed to showcase both diversity and craftsmanship.
What elevates the evening beyond a traditional wine tasting, however, is Randall’s commitment to pairing these selections with cuisine prepared specifically for the event by the restaurant’s culinary team.
Food and wine are often discussed separately, but their greatest magic occurs when they come together. The right pairing can completely transform how flavors are perceived, creating experiences that are greater than the sum of their parts. Throughout the evening, guests will encounter thoughtfully crafted culinary stations designed to complement the wines being featured. Rather than simply offering samples, the event is structured to highlight the relationship between food and beverage, allowing guests to understand why certain combinations have endured for generations.
Adding to the experience will be an array of passed hors d’oeuvres that circulate throughout the event, ensuring that attendees continue discovering new flavors as they move from tasting station to tasting station. This approach creates a relaxed and social atmosphere that encourages conversation while maintaining a steady flow of culinary exploration.
The venue itself plays an equally important role in shaping the evening.
One of the defining characteristics of Randall’s Restaurant is its setting within The Legacy Club’s beautifully maintained grounds. The property’s outdoor spaces provide a backdrop that feels far removed from the busy commercial corridors surrounding Cherry Hill. Guests attending the Food and Wine Fest will enjoy access not only to the scenic patio and courtyard areas but also to the property’s expansive outdoor deck and stunning atrium event space.
These spaces allow the event to feel more like a destination experience than a typical tasting. As guests move between indoor and outdoor environments, they will encounter different perspectives of the property while enjoying the summer atmosphere that has become one of South Jersey’s greatest seasonal attractions.
Music will further enhance the ambiance.
Rather than relying on generic background entertainment, Randall’s has chosen a live Frank Sinatra tribute artist to provide the soundtrack for the evening. Few performers are more closely associated with sophistication, timeless style, and classic American nightlife than Sinatra. His music remains synonymous with elegant evenings, fine dining, exceptional cocktails, and memorable celebrations. Incorporating those iconic sounds into the event reinforces the atmosphere Randall’s is seeking to create: a celebration that feels simultaneously relaxed, refined, and unmistakably special.
The decision reflects the broader philosophy that has helped Randall’s distinguish itself within New Jersey’s increasingly competitive restaurant landscape. Every element of the guest experience is carefully considered. The food matters. The wine matters. The setting matters. The entertainment matters. Individually, each component contributes to the event. Together, they create something far more memorable.
The Food and Wine Fest also highlights the growing role Randall’s Restaurant plays within South Jersey’s hospitality community.
What began as a dining destination within a golf club environment has evolved into a venue capable of hosting large-scale culinary events, private celebrations, corporate functions, weddings, social gatherings, brunches, happy hours, and destination dining experiences. Its success reflects a broader shift occurring throughout New Jersey, where hospitality properties increasingly blend restaurant operations, event programming, entertainment, and lifestyle experiences into comprehensive destinations.
Guests familiar with Randall’s already understand the appeal. The restaurant’s commitment to elevated American cuisine, premium ingredients, handcrafted cocktails, and attentive service has helped build a loyal following. The Food and Wine Fest gives those guests an opportunity to experience the property in a completely different way while introducing new visitors to everything the venue has to offer.
For first-time attendees, the event serves as a showcase of Randall’s capabilities. It demonstrates not only the quality of the culinary program but also the versatility of the venue itself. The evening offers a glimpse into the atmosphere, hospitality standards, and attention to detail that have become hallmarks of The Legacy Club experience.
Importantly, the event is designed as a social gathering rather than a formal seated dinner. High-top tables and cocktail-style seating encourage interaction among guests, creating an environment where conversations develop naturally and the focus remains on exploration and enjoyment. The format reflects the evolving preferences of modern diners, who increasingly seek experiential events that blend entertainment, education, and social engagement.
For those who find themselves wanting more after the tastings conclude, Randall’s offers a simple solution. Guests can extend the evening by making dinner reservations following the event, transforming the Food and Wine Fest into the opening chapter of an even longer culinary experience.
As New Jersey’s restaurant and hospitality industries continue to evolve, events like the Randall’s Food and Wine Fest demonstrate how destinations can create meaningful experiences that go beyond traditional dining. By bringing together world-class wines, expertly crafted cuisine, live entertainment, beautiful surroundings, and genuine hospitality, Randall’s is creating more than a tasting event. It is creating a celebration of food, wine, culture, and community.
For South Jersey residents searching for one of the summer’s most anticipated culinary gatherings, July 29 promises an evening that combines international flavors with local hospitality in a setting unlike any other. It is a chance to travel the world through wine, discover new culinary pairings, enjoy live music under the summer sky, and experience firsthand why Randall’s Restaurant and The Legacy Club continue to establish themselves as one of New Jersey’s most exciting hospitality destinations.
The first Randall’s Food and Wine Fest is not simply another event on the calendar. It is a statement about where South Jersey dining is headed and a reminder that some of the most memorable culinary journeys begin right here in the Garden State.
