All Things James Bond
| Theme | All Things James Bond |
|---|---|
| Venue | Deerwood Country Club |
| Location | Jacksonville, FL |
| Date | Sep 14, 2024 |
| Time | 6:30 pm |
| Host | Rebeca Black & Mike Munsch |
| Chef | Evan Brown |
| Wine Selection | Mark Kallaus, Rebecca Black & Mike Munsch |
| Registration | Closed on Sep 14, 2024 |
All Things James Bond
The theme was Casino Royal and the dress Black-Tie as we celebrated all things James Bond, inaugurating the start of our new season. Golden Eyes were upon us, so we did not hide away in a Quantum of Solace. Members and guests were encouraged to dress as their favorite villain, villainess or rogue so there was no Spectre of slovenliness at this event. Many characters presented themselves: Dr. No, Solitaire, Francisco Scaramanaga, and others. It was a Thunderball of a dinner as President Alan Harmon was presented with the BDA Silver Medallion.
Starter
Bollinger Special Cuvee Brut Champagne, NV
Butler passed Caviar served in a Martini Glass "shaken not stirred" with Dill Creme Fraiche, Shallots & Cucumber, garnished with a Blini and Fresh Dill
1st Course
Puligny-Montrachet 2020
Oysters Casino Roulette - Three Oysters on the Half Shell with Fennel Shallot Mignonette, Orange Zest, Prosciutto de Parma
2nd Course
Chateau Beaucastle Chateauneuf-du-Pape 2010
Bronzino and Berries - Butter & Bacon Fate Poached Bronzino, Field Pea Risotto, Watercress with Raspberry Vinaigrette, Bacon Fat Breadcrumbs, Field Strawberries
3rd Course
Chateau d'Armailhac, Pauillac 1995
Beef Wellington - Filet Mignon with Tarragon Mushroom & Black Currant Duxelles in baked in Flaky Pastry. Served with Black Currant Beef Demi-Glace, Truffled Mashed Potatoes, and Herb Roasted Root Vegetables.
4th Course
Taylor Fladgate Vintage Port 2017
La Bombe Surprise - Chocolate Mousse Bombe Glazed with Chocolate Ganache, topped with a Sparkler