At last we have had great pleasure in being able to bring the Chaîne back into Nairobi. By special request to the President, the Induction Ceremony was conducted by Shabnam Nayer, Bailli of Mombasa.

The Villa Rosa Kempinski was our venue. The ceremony as well as the formal dinner were superb and in true Chaîne fashion.

Offering the perfect fusion of European luxury and Kenyan hospitality, the hotel is uniquely positioned between city and country – a unique destination where guests can spend part of the day climbing corporate ladders and the rest of the time are free to luxuriate in relaxing surroundings.

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Gratinated “fine de claire” Oyster
chive sabayonTruffled foie gras torchon
Sauternes jelly, cassis figs, fleur de sel
Sauternes 2011 - Château Berenice

Essence of bouillabaisse
lobster and fennel ravioli, Malossol caviar, tarragon-scented foam
Bourgogne Chardonnay

Lemon grass and ginger sorbet
crispy nori and wasabi pearlsSlow-cooked short rib
Baby root vegetables, potato mille-feuille, honey-lavender jus
Bordeaux Côtes de Castillon 2011

Symphony of strawberry and rhubarb
with delectable fantasies from our Pastry Chef

Roquefort cheese espuma
poached pear, pumpernickel powder
Graham’s Fine Ruby Port

The reaction from many who came as guests to this first event was so positive that they are keen to become members! They can look forward to an already confirmed programme of dinners taking the Bailliage onwards and upwards.

We are extremely proud to now have the Chaîne back in the capital of Kenya. It would not have been possible without the enthusiasm of the founding members, the great support from the International Headquarters in Paris and especially from Mrs Nayer, the officers and members of the Bailliage of Mombasa.

Andrew Muir
Bailli