White House Feast: The Bidens’ Exclusive Menu for Ruto & Rachel
President William Ruto and First Lady Rachel Ruto are scheduled to attend a state dinner at the White House on Thursday evening, in response to an invitation extended by President Joe Biden.
This marks the first time in 15 years that an African leader has received such an invitation.
A notable inclusion on the dinner menu is butter-poached lobster and a white chocolate basket featuring banana ganache, raspberries, peaches, and candied lime zest.
President Ruto embarked on his four-day state visit to the United States on Monday.
First Lady Jill Biden disclosed during a media briefing on Wednesday that the elegant dinner will take place beneath the stars, within a glass pavilion, providing guests with a celestial view.
The occasion is significant for the US, as state dinners serve as a grand gesture of diplomatic unity when hosting foreign dignitaries.
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The culinary experience for attendees will commence with chilled heirloom tomato soup with sourdough crisps and Arbequina olive oil, followed by fruitwood smoked beef short ribs and butter-poached lobster as main courses.
Dessert will consist of the aforementioned white chocolate basket filled with various fruits and candied lime zest. Wine selections include a Hartford Court Chardonnay, a Pinot Noir from St. Innocent Winery, and an Iron Horse Classic Vintage Brut sparkling wine.
Entertainment for the evening will be provided by the Howard Gospel Choir and Brad Paisley, reflecting the President and First Lady’s appreciation for gospel and country music.
As guests bid farewell, they will be guided by moonlight, symbolizing the warmth of the connections forged during the First Lady’s visits to Kenya.
The meticulous planning for the State Dinner is a collaborative effort between the First Lady’s team and the White House Social Office, requiring months of preparation.
White House Feast: The Bidens’ Exclusive Menu for Ruto & Rachel
