We had a delightful dinner at the InterContinental Hotel that cemented the Chaîne tradition in Nairobi. It was an enjoyable evening inspired by a superb menu, a selection of wines paired to tingle our taste buds, warm conversation and a convivial ambience that was enhanced with great music.

Our hosts, led by General Manager Dieter Franke, without a doubt raised the bar for events in the Bailliage. The thought and creativity that went into the evening was matched by peerless service and operational attention to detail.

We must express our appreciation to Dieter and his team: Oliver Geyer (Resident Manager), Ezra Mungai (F&B Manager), Simon Mungai (Executive Chef) to name but three. The obvious hours of preparation in advance of our arrival and enthusiasm by the entire team were evident throughout the evening.

Members and guests were privileged to have acclaimed jazz pianist, Jacob Asiyo and his ensemble, treat them to a selection of jazz standards.

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Mango and smoked chicken timbale
Matua Sauvignon Blanc 2016 - Marlborough, New Zealand

Steamed lobster
infusion of vanilla and dried fruits, purple potato chips
Trivento Chardonnay Reserve 2015 - Argentina

Victorian tilapia
carrot foam, sweet pea purée

Tree tomato, raspberry and coconut sorbet

Morendat beef medallion
shitake and button mushroom duxelles in filo pastry
red wine jus
Trivento Malbec Reserve 2015 - Argentina

Stilton cheese on Port wine
KWV Cape Tawny - South Africa

Amarula and sesame tart
Champagne Moët & Chandon Brut Impérial NV

Black and gold chocolate truffles

There was well deserved applause upon the presentation of each course and a standing ovation for the presentation of the chocolates accompanying coffee.

A Chaîne des Rôtisseurs plaque was presented to Dieter and certificates of appreciation were handed to all members of the kitchen and service brigades by the National and local Bailliage officers present.

To complete the evening, Bailli Andrew Muir and our hosts surprised everyone with a night in the hotel’s Casino that capped a truly memorable evening.

Victor Gitobu
Chevalier