An Evening in Paris
Paris is closer than you think!
For one enchanting evening, the Mendocino coast transforms into a celebration of French flavor and joie de vivre.
It’s An Evening in Paris, the Festival’s 40th season opening gala, where celebrated hosts Fedele and Linda Bauccio, creators of Sostenuto, will present a culinary experience inspired by French cuisine and the art of gathering well, at the newly-remodeled Mendocino Cove Resort (formerly the Pine Beach Inn).
Expect delicious food, exceptional wine, authentic Parisian café music from the Baguette Quartette, and lively conversation, in an atmosphere designed for lingering and delight.
$175 per person. Space is limited for this special benefit event. Reserve your place today and say “oui” to an unforgettable evening.
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Mains:
Lobster Newberg
Truffle, tarragon, sherry cream
Beef Chateaubriand
Seasoned with fennel, rosemary & garlic, horseradish crème fraiche, huckleberry & cognac
Duck Pithivier
Mushroom duxelle, prosciutto, duck breast and cognac confit
Morels, fava & gnocchi à la Parisienne
Fresh morels, fava, pea tendrils, Dijon-Gruyère gnocchi, lemon sauce
Raclette Zuckerman potatoes with Marin brie
Roasted miniature potatoes, triple cream cheese, fine herbs
Garden vegetable ratatouille
Chef’s procured vegetables, red pepper espagnole, charred tomato vinaigrette
Haricot vert, citrus salad & chevre
Frisee, orange segments, pistachios and pickled shallot
Fromage and Cured Meats:
Journeyman Charcuterie procurements
salame, artisan cheeses, olives and spreads
Fromage
Toasted breads, tomato jam, Sour cherry, cornichon, olives, shishitos, pickled vegetables
Small Bites:
Beet tartare, cornichon, pickled shallot, smoked cured egg yolk, brioche crisp
Croque monsieur croquette, sour cherry burgundy jam, parmesan crisp
Lobster, shaved fennel, truffle, avocado and passionfruit vinaigrette
Fruits de Mer:
Colossal shrimp, white wine poached mussels, calamari salad
Shallot mignonette, Yuzu ponzu, horseradish crema, lemons and hot sauce
Desserts:
French desserts and Petit Fours
Festival patrons receive a 20% discount on lodging at Mendocino Cove Resort. Use code MMF20.
