Central Carolina Community Foundation to Host Dinner and Wine Tasting at Historic Mill Pond Steakhouse - November 15
Submitted by: Katie Alice Cox on Oct 29, 2010 at 3:26 pm
Tagged with: dinner, fundraising
Source: Central Carolina Community Foundation
First Event Leading up to Central Carolina Food and Wine Festival
Columbia, SC (October 21, 2010) – Central Carolina Community Foundation, a nonprofit organization serving 11 counties in the Midlands by helping charitable individuals and businesses meet the needs of our community, will host a dinner and wine tasting at The Mill Pond Steakhouse on November 15 from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. This is the first event leading up to the Annual Central Carolina Food and Wine Festival, The Foundation’s signature fundraising event, scheduled for April 1, 2011.
At this dinner, Kennett Distributors will pair wines from various regions of Italy with courses prepared by Chef Jamie Hecker and his culinary team. Not only will guests enjoy the delicious food, but they also can indulge in the beautiful scenery of the area and rich history of the Mill Pond Steakhouse.
“We look forward to this event every year,” says JoAnn Turnquist, Foundation President and CEO. “What better way to support various philanthropies in South Carolina by enjoying a fabulous meal with great friends?”
The menu:
Reception
Tuna Tartare, House Made Wonton Chips, Pickled Ginger, Wasabi
Sesame Seared Tuna, Soy Marinated Cucumber, Asian Mayo, Caramelized Red Onion, Seaweed, Marinated Calamari Salad
De Valier Prosecco
Course One
Pan Seared Scallop, Lobster Tomato Ginger Broth, Avocado Mango Relish, Melted Brie, Fried Basil Leaf, Balsamic Reduction
Demarie Langhe Arneis
Course Two
Roasted Maple Leaf Farms Duck Breast, Aged Parmesan Truffle Risotto, Asparagus Tips, Red Wine Dark Chocolate
Demi Glaze, Duck crackling
Rosso Colli Storici Garda D.O.C. Classico
Course Three
Farm Raised Rack of Lamb, Whole Grain Dijon Mustard, Herbs, Seasoned Panko, Parsley Gorgonzola Cream Sauce
Il Vino Dei Padri Barbera D’Asti
Course Four
Center Cut Filet, Wild Mushrooms, Lobster, Herb Champagne Garlic Compound Butter, Purple Peruvian Scalloped Potatoes, Heirloom Baby Carrots, Peppercorn Red Wine Reduction
Negresco Garda Classico Rosso
Course Five
Charleston Style Praline, Sea Salt, Napoleon Style White and Dark chocolate mousse layers, Raspberries, Mint Raspberry Sauce
Demarie Birbet Brachetto
Tickets are $125 per person and can be purchased online at www.yourfoundation.org or by calling Kerrie Newell at 803.254.5601 ext. 327. The ticket price includes transportation to and from Mill Pond. Other events leading up to the Central Carolina Food and Wine Festival include dinners and wine tastings.
To arrange interviews, contact Riley Communications at 803.227.0914 or kwalker@RileyCommunications.com.
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About Central Carolina Community Foundation
Central Carolina Community Foundation is a nonprofit organization serving 11 counties in the Midlands by helping charitable individuals and businesses meet the needs of our community. For more information, visit www.yourfoundation.org or their Facebook page.