Saturday, March 14, 2020

7:30pm

Belmond El Encanto

$250

Embark on an exclusive culinary journey to Mexico with a unique French twist. Belmond El Encanto’s executive chef Johan Denizot, will join forces with well-known, critically acclaimed LA executive chef from 71Above and Yours Truly, chef Vartan Abgaryan. Indulge in an expertly crafted 4 course dining experience, filled with organic and locally sourced ingredients. Join Belmond El Encanto in paying tribute to Julia Child, knowing the Hotel was a special place she frequently visited with friends and loved ones.

“Or I might take them to lunch up in the hills at the El Encanto Hotel, which has been operating since the early 1900s. The hotel has an outdoor dining terrace overlooking the bay–one of the best vistas of the city I know.” (National Geographic)

Special Guest of Honor: Julia’s great-nephew and MY LIFE IN FRANCE memoir co-writer, Alex Prud’homme.

Although the film screening is sold out, seats are held for guests with a ticket to the Dinner. You will hear from SBCE staff upon purchase to confirm.

FIRST COURSE

Citrus Cured Kampachi | Mezcal – Cucumber Jus, Charred Onion Crème, Bottarga

SECOND COURSE

Parisienna Gnocchi | Poblano, Coconut, Cilantro, Lime, Verjus, Grapes

THIRD COURSE

Short Rib ‘Bourguignon’ | Pearl Onion, Radish, Carrot, Hen of the Woods, Salsa Macha, Lime, Cilantro, Crispy Tortilla

DESSERT

Tequila Poached Rhubarb | Harry’s Strawberries Concommee, Celery Cake, Ivory, Chocolate Pebble, Pepitas Crunch, Tarragon