It’s never too early to celebrate Christmas. Accordingly, on December 11th, 50 Chaîne members and their guests gathered to enjoy a festive feast at The Club hosted by Chargé de Missions Rinaldo Boscaro.

The menu designed by Chef Peter De Kauwe, Grand Officier Maître Rôtisseur, was complemented by exquisite wine pairings selected by Échanson Sandeep Sathees.

The festive lunch was the 12th event held in the iconic Vista Restaurant and Bar at The Club. It was an honour and pleasure to have the presence of our Bailli Délégué, Ian Fairservice.

The gastronomic journey began with Champagne Comtes de Dampierre Grand Cuvée accompanied by canapes.

After the reception we repaired to the terrace where tables were festively set with Christmas crackers and party hats. Chef Peter came to introduce the menu he had prepared with his team. Sandeep followed by highlighting the wines he had selected for pairing. After a toast with water to our UAE rulers the lunch began.

MENU

Fennel, endame, pomelo, beetroot-cured salmon
miso-marinated Atlantic lobster
micro greens, English cucumber, liquorice aioli
Pask ‘Gimblett Gravels’ Chardonnay 2018
Hawke’s Bay, New Zealand

Porcini and mixed lentils encased in butternut squash
tomato coulis, Shimeji mushroom
pesto and truffle hazelnut brioche
Holden Manz Proprietors’ White Blend 2019
Franschhoek, South Africa

Passion fruit sorbet
Lime leaf infusion

Roast goose breast, goose liver Wellington
Jerusalem artichoke, Brussels sprouts
festive vegetables, Madeira jus
Domino de Basconcillos Finca de Altura 2018
Ribera del Duero, Spain

Chocolate trio fantasy
elderflower parfait, grilled nectarine
raspberries, caramel sauce
Jackson Estate Botrytis Riesling 2011
Marlborough, New Zealand

Freshly brewed tea and coffee
Mince pies, whipped brandy cream
Porto Cruz Tawny Port
Douro Valley, Portugal

The lunch was an amazing experience for everyone who had gathered to celebrate their passion for good food and wine.

A big thank you and cheers went to the entire Vista team for creating such a memorable occasion. Thank you to all who participated in the event.

Festive best wishes!

Rinaldo Boscaro
Chargé de Missions