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Gastronomic pinnacle of the “Semana de Francia” was the “Exquisite Flavors of France” Dinner-Gala, celebrated at the Beach Club by Le Cirque on Friday evening the 23rd of March 2012.
During an enchanting and gastronomically stunning evening more than 200 guests enjoyed fine French cuisine prepared by distinguished invited chefs; Gregory Pugin, executive chef of Le Cirque Las Vegas, and on behalf of “Domaine de Barbossi”, Robert Remi and Eric Bonneau, with each course paired with the perfect wine expertly selected by Franck Thomas, “Best Sommelier, Europe 2010.”
The undisputed stars of the show were undoubtedly the exquisite French wines, which included the very special Château Haut-Brion and a remarkable selection from the Domain de Barbossi. Rated “Premier Grand Cru Classé”, Château Haut-Brion is produced at the “Château Haut-Brion” estate in the Pessac-Léognan area in the Gironde region of France and is considered by many to be the creme de la creme of Bordeaux wines with a case worth upwards of US$3,000. Whilst the equally exceptional Domain de Barbossi wines, produced in another wine-making region of France, at the heart of the Esterel Massif in the French Riviera were markedly different, adding an extra dimension to the outstanding wine tasting aspect of this event, perfectly complimenting the wonderful flavors of the cuisine.
The “Grande Orchestre du Rene Coll” performed on the beach
And whilst entertainment was provided by the French musicians of the “Grand Orchestre du Rene Coll”, additional surprise performances were led by a number of the diners, including Dominican songwritter and actress, Cristal Marie – who is the interpreter of a musical theme created for a famous international soap opera and winner of a “Premio Casandra” (Dominican version of Grammy) – who sang alongside Gustavo De Hostos, representative of Air Caraibes in the Dominican Republic, as well as the elegant and talented wife of Manuel Grullón, Rosa Hernandez de Grullón.
The following photos were taking during the “Cena-Gala” of the “Semana de Francia 2012” at the Beach Club by Le Cirque in Casa de Campo:
About the “Semana de Francia 2012”As part of Altos de Chavón’s 30th anniversary celebrations and the French Dominican Chamber of Commerce (CCDF) 25th anniversary, Casa de Campo and the CCDF, sponsored by the French Embassy in the Dominican Republic celebrated the “Semana de Francia” French Festival, an extraordinary 4 day event which converted Altos de Chavón into a typical “petite village Francaise” with numerous business and cultural activities from Thursday March 22nd to Sunday March 25th 2012! Click here for photos of the activities and events and to find out more!
