Dear Fellow Members,
This year, the President's Dinner returns to Old Manila, a beloved institution that has hosted quite a few of our more memorable dinners. Chef Remy Carmignani has crafted us a menu showcasing classics of European cuisine which we will pair with some of the best wines from our cellar. From the Peninsula's website:
French-born Remy Carmignani brings a spirit of creativity, leadership, and deep cultural curiosity to The Peninsula Manila where he will lead all culinary operations, including the hotel’s signature restaurant Old Manila and its evolving French fine dining culinary program. "“It is an honor to join The Peninsula Manila. It isn’t just a 5-star hotel; it has a strong energy and history. You can feel how proud and passionate the staff are to be part of it. My way to show respect to this grande dame is to give her my full dedication—whatever it takes.”
The menu (Some dishes and wines may be subject to change depending on the results of the tasting)
Le Carpaccio de Bœuf
Angus Beef Filet Carpaccio, Horseradish, Grenobloise
Parmesan & Onion Marmalade
Champagne Henri Giraud Hommage au Pinot Noir Blanc de Noirs NV
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La Gambas de Palawan
Palawan Black Tiger Prawn, Shelfish Sauce
Gnocchi, Organic Seaweed
DuMOL Hyde Vineyard Chardonnay 2020
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Le Ris de Veau
Milk-Fed Veal Sweetbread, Butternut, Argan Oil
Saffron & Preserved Lemon
Marc Colin St. Aubin 1er Cru en Remilly 2011
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Le Pigeon de Vendée
Roasted Pigeon Breast, Confit Leg Cromesqui
Beetroot, Cranberry, Red Wine Jus
La Rioja Alta 890 Gran Reserva 2001
Prieure Roch Vosne-Romanée Les Suchots 1er Cru 2006
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Pré Dessert
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Le Mont-Blanc
Corsican Chestnut Cream, Blueberry Confit
Citrus Meringue, Vanilla Ganache
Dow Vintage Port 2007
Armagnac Jouatmaou 1948
Complete Details:
What: President's Dinner
When: Tuesday, October 21, 6:30 PM
Where: Old Manila, The Manila Peninsula, Makati
Assessment: P 11500.00 for members, P 12500.00 for guests
Attire: Tuxedo, dark business suit, or formal Barong Tagalog for men; long gown or formal cocktail dress for ladies. Please wear your medallions
Deadline: Reservations and cancellations should be in by 12 Noon, Friday, October 17, 2025. Reservations made and not cancelled by the deadline must be paid.
Reservations: Please make your reservations with Alda Navarro at
internationalwine.foodsociety@gmail.com.
Payment: Please make your cheques payable to any of the 3 named individuals below:
Luciano Nesi
Julius C. Labrador, Jr.
Alfredo Z. Pio de Roda III
Please make your payments by depositing directly to the Society's account at BPI Bel-Air Polaris Branch C/A 3075-8213-35. Please provide proof of payment by email to Alda at
internationalwine.foodsociety@gmail.com with your name clearly written. Do not hand any payments to the individuals named above to avoid the inadvertent mixing of personal and Society funds. We regret that at this time, Alda is unable to accept checks as she is not in Manila regularly. We encourage everyone to please make your payments before the function to avoid any misunderstandings.
As this is one of our most important functions of the year, I hope to see you at Old Manila on October 21!
Thank you,
Jay