Americas Washington, DC

Spring Celebration

Theme Spring Celebration
Venue Ris
Location 2275 L Street, NW, Washington, DC
Date Jun 11, 2013
Time Reception – 6:30pm, Dinner 7:00pm
Host Azer Kehnemui
Chef chef/ owner, Ris Lacoste
Wine Selection Michael Polmar
Registration Closed on Jun 11, 2013

Ris' chef/ owner, Ris Lacoste, is a celebrated and respected chef, who has been part of the Washington, DC culinary scene for over two decades. Prior to Ris , she served as the executive chef of the famed 1789 restaurant for some 10 years. Ris Lacoste has participated in a number of IW&FS’s Washington Chapter events, and has a loyal following among quite a number of our members. Chef Lacoste has developed a delectable menu and a memorable evening for us. Dinner Committee: Robert Morrison, Aydin Tuner, Azer Kehnemui (Chair); Michael Polmar (Wine Comm); Andy Adelson (Ex-Officio, President)

 
Meal 1: PASSED HORS D’OEUVRES Spicy Shrimp Tempura Salmon Tartare
Wine 1: Valdo Prosecco Oro Puro N.V.
 
Meal 2: Chorizo and Almond Crusted Sea Scallop white raisin and red pepper romesco sauces, Israeli couscous with orange, green olives and chick peas
Wine 2: Zind-Humbrecht Pinot Gris 2011
 
Meal 3: Meyer Lemon Ricotta Agnolotti fava beans, mushrooms, piquillo peppers, toasted almonds and citrus butter
Wine 3: Billaud-Simon Chablis Vaillons 2010
 
Meal 4: Braised Veal alla Milanese on saffron risotto, with artichokes, roasted tomato and gremolata sauce
Wine 4: **Banfi Brunello di Montalcino 1997
 
Meal 5: Chef's Cheese Plate
Wine 5: **Fonseca Vintage Port 1997
 
Meal 6: Chocolate Torte with malted cherries Coffee ** From the Society’s Wine Cellar
Wine 6: N/A