China Comes over for Dinner

Saw this article on Huffington Post. Figured it was relevant. President Hu Jintao of China is in Washington DC today attending a State Dinner. Earlier today Jintao stated that "China is enduring challenges as it develops and 'a lot still needs to be done in China in terms of human rights.'" He also said "China stood to gain from other countries' input, saying: 'We're also willing to learn.'" This just proves that food improves global relations.  Below is the dinner menu for that event. But with all due respect to the White House (and I am confident that the meals are delicious and gourmet), we've cooked more courses for our professors.

First

D'Anjou Pear with Farmstead Goat Cheese Fennel, Black Walnuts, and White Balsamic

Second

Poached Maine Lobster

Orange Glaze Carrots and Black Trumpet Mushrooms

Wine: DuMol Chardonnay "Russian River" 2008 (California)

Lemon Sorbet

Main

Dry Aged Rib Eye with Buttermilk Crisp Onions

Double Stuffed Potatoes and Creamed Spinach

Wine: Quilceda Creek Cabernet "Columbia Valley" 2005 (Washington State)

Dessert

Old Fashioned Apple Pie with Vanilla Ice Cream

Wine: Poet's Leap Riesling "Botrytis" 2008 (Washington State)