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

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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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