State Dinner in Honor of His Excellency, Aleksander Kwasniewski
The President of the Republic of Poland and Mrs. Jolanta Kwasniewska
Menu
Lemon-Basil Seared Striped Bass
Artichokes and Young Squash
Roasted Golden Tomato Sauce
Robert Pecota Sauvignon Blanc 2000
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Pepper Smoked Beef Filet
Fresh Corn Polenta
Grilled Portobella Mushroom and Summer Vegetables
BBQ Shallot Sauce
Stags Leap Wine Cellars "Fay Vineyard" Cabernet 1998
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Orange and Avocado Salad
Crispy Potato Tartine
Cilantro Dressing
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Peaches and Cherries
Ginger Almond Ice Cream
Assorted Cookies
Bonny Doon Muscat "Vin Glaciere" 2000
Table Arrangements
Cream Damask Tablecloths
Reagan Base Plate and China (red and gold)
Vermeil Flatware
The President's House crystal pattern first made by the Morgantown glass guild for Mrs. Kennedy in 1961
Crystal Candle Sticks with Cream Taper Candles
Flower Arrangements
Red Gerbera Daisies (Ferrari)
Red Floribunda Roses (King) and
Green Ivy in Crystal Pedestal Bowls
The Polish Flag, which is red and white, inspired the décor for the table and floral arrangements.