The Memphis chapter gathered for the holiday season dinner December 12th at the University Club of Memphis . Dinner Chairman Mike Williams a long tenured member of The U Club working with Executive Chef Kenneth Williams presented a tremendous dinner in an elegant holiday decorated setting. The dinner was indeed worthy of the of the esteemed reputation this private club has enjoyed for generations. The evening began with petit jalapeno duck poppers and artichoke beignets along with champagne and aperitif wines from the society's cellar .Outstanding dishes paired with carefully selected wines resulted in a very enjoyable festive holiday evening. The pan seared foie gras along with 2007 Chateau de Fargues , Sauternes was one of the most acclaimed courses for the appreciative crowd. A splendid evening and one to be remembered.