MSNBC reports on the dinner menu for the G20 summit that just went down in Washington. World leaders came to the White House to discuss the global financial crisis and had a nice meal:
Fruitwood-smoked Quail with Quince Gastrique
Quinoa Risotto
Landmark Chardonnay "Damaris Reserve" 2006
Thyme-roasted Rack of Lamb
Tomato, Fennel and Eggplant Fondue
Chanterelle Jus
Shafer Cabernet "Hillside Select" 2003
Lolla Rosa, Red Oak and Endive
Cider Vinaigrette
Baked Vermont Brie with Walnut Crostini
Pear Torte
Huckleberry Sauce
Chandon Étoile Rosé
Over at Serious Eats some comments were critical of such nice food considering the crisis at hand. However, these are the most powerful people in the world. While I do believe it's important to be aware of appearance and the message you are sending, I don't mind if they have a nice meal before getting down to business. The menu doesn't appear to be ostentatious. Personally, I'd like to know a little more about where the ingredients came from, but overall I'm not hating.
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