For Modi's state dinner, the White House is elevating the mushroom
1 year, 6 months ago

For Modi's state dinner, the White House is elevating the mushroom

NPR  

For Modi's state dinner, the White House is elevating the mushroom Enlarge this image toggle caption Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images For the first time in recent history, the White House is hosting a state dinner that's entirely plant-based: no meat, no dairy and no eggs. The gala dinner for 400 VIP guests on Thursday night is the highlight of Modi's visit in Washington, one that's had high stakes as the White House works to strengthen its ties with India. Enlarge this image toggle caption Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images "We have curated a menu that showcases the best in American cuisine also then seasoned with Indian elements and flavors," Chef Nina Curtis, who was brought in as a guest chef for the dinner, told reporters. Enlarge this image toggle caption Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images If guests so desire, they can request a fish dish — sumac-roasted sea bass — along with crisped millet cakes and summer squashes.

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White House fetes Kenya with state dinner featuring sunset views, celebrity star power
7 months ago

White House fetes Kenya with state dinner featuring sunset views, celebrity star power

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Thursday’s White House state dinner honoring Kenyan President William Ruto offered around 500 guests stunning D.C. views, a knockout menu, a dose of celebrity star power and even a little family drama. Barbara Kingsolver and Steven Hopp arrive at the Booksellers area of the White House for the State Dinner hosted by President Joe Biden and first lady …

Female White House chef duo has dished up culinary diplomacy at state dinners for nearly a decade
7 months ago

Female White House chef duo has dished up culinary diplomacy at state dinners for nearly a decade

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — A house-cured smoked salmon, red grapefruit, avocado and cucumber starter. While President Joe Biden and his guest of honor at a White House state dinner chew over foreign policy, the female chef duo of Cris Comerford and Susie Morrison take care of the culinary diplomacy. AP AUDIO: Female White House chef duo has dished up culinary diplomacy at …

White House scraps plan for B-52s to entertain at state dinner against backdrop of Israel-Hamas war
1 year, 1 month ago

White House scraps plan for B-52s to entertain at state dinner against backdrop of Israel-Hamas war

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The White House scrapped plans to have the new wave band the B-52s perform at Wednesday’s state dinner for Australia’s prime minister after deciding that it would be inappropriate at a time when “so many are facing sorrow and pain,” in the words of first lady Jill Biden. President Joe Biden invited Albanese to the U.S. on a …

PM Modi in US: Anand Mahindra shares 'goosebump' moments from dinner at White House
1 year, 6 months ago

PM Modi in US: Anand Mahindra shares 'goosebump' moments from dinner at White House

Firstpost  

An impressive gathering attended the state dinner hosted by US President Joe Biden for Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 22 June, Thursday. With ‘Ae Mere Watan Ke Logo’ and the perennial hit ‘Om Shanti Om’ played by the US Marine band and a captivating violin performance, President Biden’s US state dinner saw many unforgettable moments. He captioned the post: “More …

Bidens host state dinner for PM Modi; corporate, diaspora leaders join in
1 year, 6 months ago

Bidens host state dinner for PM Modi; corporate, diaspora leaders join in

The Hindu  

There was saffron on the menu at the White House as U.S. President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden hosted Prime Minister Narendra Modi and some 400 guests at a carefully planned state dinner on Thursday to commemorate the prime ministerial visit. I wish them good luck and success: PM Modi during the official State Dinner at The… pic.twitter.com/996i2fkdJx …

India’s Modi brings comedy game to big White House dinner in his honor
1 year, 6 months ago

India’s Modi brings comedy game to big White House dinner in his honor

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi brought his comedy game to Thursday’s big White House dinner in his honor, cracking jokes about his lack of singing chops, the time President Joe Biden wanted him to eat even though he was fasting and how well Indians and Americans are getting along. “Kids in India become Spider-Man on Halloween and America’s …

Modi in US: What is a state dinner being thrown in honour of the PM at White House?
1 year, 6 months ago

Modi in US: What is a state dinner being thrown in honour of the PM at White House?

Firstpost  

US president Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden are hosting a state dinner for PM Narendra Modi on 22 June. The tradition dates back to 1874 when the White House invited a foreign head of state for the first time United States president Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden will host Prime Minister Narendra Modi for a state …

Nod to PM Modi's call, Millets to be featured in White House State Dinner menu
1 year, 6 months ago

Nod to PM Modi's call, Millets to be featured in White House State Dinner menu

Deccan Chronicle  

Washington DC: Inspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's call to promote millets, First Lady of the United States, Jill Biden, has included millet-based dishes in the State Dinner to be held in his honour. First Lady Jill Biden worked with guest Chef Nina Curtis, White House Executive Chef Cris Comerford, and White House Executive Pastry Chef Susie Morrison to develop …

Marinated millet, stuffed mushrooms and risotto on White House State dinner menu for PM Modi
1 year, 6 months ago

Marinated millet, stuffed mushrooms and risotto on White House State dinner menu for PM Modi

The Hindu  

Marinated millet, corn kernel salad and stuffed mushrooms are on the menu for 400 guests invited to the State dinner being hosted for Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the White House's South Lawn on June 22. First Lady Jill Biden on June 21 said she has asked Chef Nina Curtis — who specialises in plant-based cuisine — to work with …

US President Joe Biden hosts PM Narendra Modi for a private dinner a day before the high-profile state dinner, Ajit Doval present too
1 year, 6 months ago

US President Joe Biden hosts PM Narendra Modi for a private dinner a day before the high-profile state dinner, Ajit Doval present too

Op India  

United States President Joe Biden on Wednesday hosted Prime Minister Narendra Modi for an intimate dinner at the White House, a day before the high-profile state dinner. Earlier on Wednesday the President of the United States and the First Lady received Prime Minister Modi at the White House in Washington DC on his arrival of the second leg of his …

US President, First Lady host PM Modi for intimate dinner at White House
1 year, 6 months ago

US President, First Lady host PM Modi for intimate dinner at White House

Business Standard  

PM Modi with US President Joe Biden, and First Lady Jill Biden US President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden on Wednesday hosted Prime Minister Narendra Modi for an intimate dinner at the White House. According to the White House, this evening, the president, the first lady and the prime minister also enjoyed a musical tribute to the regions …

Millet cakes, tangy avocado sauce: Here's the menu for PM Modi's US State dinner
1 year, 6 months ago

Millet cakes, tangy avocado sauce: Here's the menu for PM Modi's US State dinner

India Today  

US President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden will host a US State dinner for PM Modi at the White House. Jill Biden said she had asked Chef Nina Curtis -- who specialises in plant-based cuisine -- to work with the White House staff and create a "stunning vegetarian menu". TRICOLOUR DECOR, PERFORMANCES Giving details on the decorations and …

What's on the Menu: Dishes included in US State Dinner for PM Modi | List
1 year, 6 months ago

What's on the Menu: Dishes included in US State Dinner for PM Modi | List

Hindustan Times  

US First Lady Jill Biden offered a sneak peek into the upcoming State Dinner for prime minister Narendra Modi, scheduled for Thursday. US State Dinner menu card: The first course, a marinated millet and grilled corn kernel salad with compressed watermelon and a tangy avocado sauce, that will be served at Thursday evening's State Dinner with India, is seen on …

Plant-based courses of millet, stuffed mushrooms on White House state dinner menu for India
1 year, 6 months ago

Plant-based courses of millet, stuffed mushrooms on White House state dinner menu for India

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Plant-based courses of millet and stuffed mushrooms are on the menu for some 400 guests invited to Thursday’s fancy White House state dinner honoring Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. She described the menu as “stunning.” For her part, Curtis declared herself “so excited.” “You must understand the pressure I’m under standing here before you, but it’s a kind …

PM Modi’s US state visit: Why gastro-diplomacy must be on the table too
1 year, 6 months ago

PM Modi’s US state visit: Why gastro-diplomacy must be on the table too

Firstpost  

In May, Prime Minister Narendra Modi exhorted the desi diaspora in Sydney to get his Australian counterpart to taste chaat and jalebis. In Washington DC, he can persuade the Bidens to try desi food, though not necessarily Modiji Thali Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s state visit to the US, a ‘Modiji Thali’ was launched this week at New Jersey’s …

Biden family to host intimate dinner for Modi on June 21
1 year, 6 months ago

Biden family to host intimate dinner for Modi on June 21

Deccan Chronicle  

WASHINGTON: The Biden family is planning to host an intimate dinner for Prime Minister Narendra Modi on June 21, a day before the much-in-demand State Dinner at the White House, a senior administration official has said. The historic visit, among other things, would include an impressive welcome ceremony on the South Lawns on June 22, which later in the night …

White House recruits Edward Lee as state dinner guest chef
1 year, 8 months ago

White House recruits Edward Lee as state dinner guest chef

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Chef Edward Lee says food, at its best, tells a story. President Joe Biden is hosting South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol on Wednesday for a state visit, including a glitzy state dinner, and the White House invited Lee, a Korean American chef and restaurateur, to help prepare the meal. The White House gave The Associated Press an …

Bidens entertain more than 330 guests at 1st state dinner
2 years ago

Bidens entertain more than 330 guests at 1st state dinner

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The first White House state dinner of President Joe Biden’s administration drew big names Thursday from fashion, entertainment, politics and business who turned out to help celebrate French President Emmanuel Macron and the return of large social events after the pandemic. Jill Biden’s open invitation as the foursome headed inside: “Enjoy the evening.” Other guests trickled in via …

Red, white, blue theme for French White House state dinner
2 years ago

Red, white, blue theme for French White House state dinner

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Butter-poached Maine lobster, beef with shallot marmalade and an American cheese trio will be served when French President Emmanuel Macron takes his seat Thursday as the guest of honor at a red-white-and-blue themed White House state dinner, the first for President Joe Biden. Biden said the first White House state dinner since 2019 will be “an expression of …

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