The Diamond Ballroom of the luxury Ritz Carlton Hong Kong Hotel was the venue for Bailliage’s spectacular dinner attended by 125 members and guests.

Executive Chef and Chaîne member, Peter Find, with his brigade prepared a unique, exciting gastronomic adventure and epicurean delight.

Before dining everyone enjoyed sparkling Joaquím Arnaud Brut with French “Le Borvo” specially smoked salmon freshly filleted at a dedicated station and accompanied by condiments and salmon lollipops.

Entering the Ballroom, guests were greeted by dramatic lighting and an opulent atmosphere. Adding to the drama, the Marseille bouillabaisse was prepared theatrically in view of the diners. Later, lights were dimmed as magnums were marched in by individually spotlighted staff to the music of “Mission Impossible”.

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Herb-marinated scallops
fennel salad, “Huadiao” wine egg custard
French oyster cream, Prunier caviar
and
Marseille bouillabaisse with saffron rouille
Quinta dos Plátanos 2013

Baked lobster Thermidor, Sichuan pepper
Palácio da Brejoeira Alvarinho 2014

Sous-vide beef tenderloin Wellington
foie gras, mushroom purée
bone marrow espuma, black truffle jus
Herdade de Maroteira Cem Reis Syrah Reserve 2013
or
Pan-seared wild sea bass
cannellini bean stew, young spinach, champagne cream
Herdade de Maroteira Cem Reis Viognier 2014 Limited Edition

Comté, Camembert, Fourme d’Ambert
with condiments
Burmester Tawny Port

Iced profiteroles, warm chocolate coulis, red berry gelee
Justino’s 10-year old Boal Madeira

Coffee with petits fours

At the conclusion of dinner, Bailliage Certificates of Appreciation were awarded to Executive Chef Peter Find and the hotel’s staff, Benjamin Raymond (sponsor of Le Borvo Smoked Salmon) and Pedro Lobo of Palatium Fine Wines who sponsored the vinous accompaniment to the courses.

As a special surprise, Lina Lenco Dessert crafted a cake to honour Steven Kahn as the new Chancelier of Hong Kong.

All members and guests delighted in enjoying fantastic foods and wines in an extravagant setting sharing in camaraderie and departed with good tastes in their mouths and memories.

Vive la Chaine!

Steven Kahn
Chancelier

Photos courtesy of Frederick Stitt