In light of the recent appointment of Tanya Baker as the new Executive Chef, rounding out the all-women, culinary and beverage team at The Boarding House, Proprietress and Master Sommelier Alpana Singh will celebrate the Women of Food and Wine with a special dinner on Wednesday, February 26.
The evening will begin with a reception featuring passed hors d'oeuvres from 6:30 p.m. to 7:15 p.m., followed by a four-course dinner hosted in The Boarding House’s Cellar. The meal will showcase beautiful dishes curated by Baker and decadent desserts by Pastry Chef Julia Fitting. Additionally, Singh has invited fellow female sommeliers Rachel Driver Speckan (City Winery), Rachael Lowe (Brindille) and Erin Drain (Cream Wine Company) and Shebnem Ince (Perman Wine Selections) to join in on selecting the courses’ wine pairings, highlighting bottles produced exclusively by women winemakers.
RECEPTION
Carrot Soup Shooter, Candied Ginger, Pea Foam
Foie Gras Mousse, Brioche, Smoked Sea Salt, Cherry Gastrique
FIRST COURSE
Hamachi Crudo, Hearts of Palm, Chili Oil, Feuille de Brik
SECOND COURSE
Caramelized Onion and Ricotta Ravioli, Duck Confit, Cherries
THIRD COURSE
Scallop and Braised Beef Cheeks, Celery Root Puree, Brussels Leaves, Beet Chips
CHEESE COURSE
Savory Manchego Cheesecake, House-Made Membrillo
DESSERT
Chocolate Custard Tart, Chocolate Sable Crust, Pomegranate Seeds
Cost is $85 per person (all inclusive of tax and gratuity)