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United Arab Emirates Dinner

Bailliage of United Arab Emirates
Al Ain, February 12, 2021

Valentine Bubbles
" Sous Chef Mohammad Najeh exceeded all expectations with his skills and enthusiasm "

To launch the year's programme with a sparkle, our Bailliage's first dinner of the year was 'Valentine Bubbles 2021' at Aloft Hotel. Four excellent champagnes that accompanied our dinner provided the bubbles.

It was a pleasure as always to welcome many members and guests from Abu Dhabi and Dubai for this occasion.

Aloft Hotel is Al Ain's upbeat, popular destination. It was their first time to host a full Chaîne dinner. The venue's Olive Tree all-day dining restaurant was transformed into a stylish romantic setting.

Sous Chef Mohammad Najeh exceeded all expectations with his skills and enthusiasm. He and his team delivered an impressive romantic-themed six-course menu. Outlets Manager Khaled Ahmad was on hand throughout to ensure his service crew looked after us with friendly efficiency.

After a reception with Champagne Mumm Cordon Rouge Brut Rosé, accompanied by a selection of tasty canapés, the dinner menu that we enjoyed was:

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First Blush
Amazon herbs cured salmon with dill aioli
Champagne Perrier-Jouët Grand Brut NV

Love at First Sight
Sous-vide fresh Canadian lobster
baby fennel, Levant herbs salad
Champagne Perrier-Jouët Grand Brut NV

Moonlight by the Seashore
Herb-crusted cod fillet with creamy bisque
Champagne Comtes de Dampierre
'Cuvée des Ambassadeurs' Brut NV

A Kiss of Delight
Strawberry sorbet Bellini

Passionate Embraces
Grilled beef tenderloin
truffle mash, beets and celeriac gratin
wild mushroom sauté
Champagne Comtes de Dampierre
'Cuvée des Ambassadeurs' Rosé Premier Cru NV

Happy Ever Afters
Heart-shaped chocolate fondant, vanilla quenelle
Pillitteri Estates Vidal Ice Wine
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Our most grateful thanks go to Chef Mohammad, Khaled Ahmed, and their teams for making this such a successful occasion. Also, to Hotel Manager Louy Abu Al Afyeh for his support and cooperation.

Richard Irving Corlett
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