The Jacksonville Branch opened their 2018-2019 season with a special Asian dinner created by award winning Chef Charles Wang at The Blackstone Grille. The dinner featured Eastern delicacies accompanied by wines from the Western U.S. Dinner Chair: Howard Caplan, Wine Chair: Jeanne Maron, Co-Chair: David Albert. Guests were encouraged to dress in Asian or Western attire which brought an appearance from a Samurai and a Geisha Girl!
EAST MEETS WEST
Passed Appetizers
NV Gloria Ferrer Private Cuvee Brut
Sushi, Pan Seared Chicken Dumplings, Vegetable Spring Rolls
Course 1
2016 J. Lohr Carol's Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc
Sea Scallops in Sake Cream Sauce
Course 2
2008 Arcadian Sleepy Hollow Vineyard Pinot Noir
Mu Shu Pork with Beijing Style Vegetables
Course 3
2016 Tensley "All Blocks" Estate Blend Red Wine
Thai-Style Steak with Vegetables and Rice
Dessert
2016 Tensley "All Blocks" Estate Blend Red Wine
Cheesecake a la Charles
Sorbet