Wines, cheeses and asparagus

What better combination can one ask for? Is it possible? Of course it is, says a spokesperson of the Trans Asia Hotel. For between the dates of March 23 – 31, in the Hotel’s Beira Lounge and beyond, an amazing spread of some classic dishes will be served from action stations. Freshly baked baguettes, cold meats, boutique cheeses, grapes, wine by the glass or bottle from a range of new and old world wines will be yours to enjoy!

Made popular in France - dishes like Beef Bourguignonne, Coq au vin, French Onion Soup, Pepper Steaks made a la minute, Roast Pork, and tarts baked with different cheese fillings will be the highlight of the evening. Each dish will be complemented by the fresh home-grown asparagus grilled, baked and gratinated. A Salad Bar will be included, and the choice will certainly lend a difference to the norm. The Beira Lounge will come alive with the extended area taking on the likes of a cafe with action stations and seating at the lobby level to enjoy it all. For desserts are a variety of mousses – chilled and baked, a variety of tarts, gateaux, and French pastries making it an exquisite ending to a grand meal.

The cheeses will comprise Brie, Camembert, Emmental, Gouda, Roquefort, Boursin to name a few, while white asparagus will be served with Hollandaise, brown butter or mousseline and smoked marinated salmon with melba toast. From the Charcutiere a selection of cold meats like Ham, Pastrami Terrines, Pates, Salami and Smoked Sausages will be included in the menu!

The selection of wines will be Australian, French, Chilean, Californian, South African, French Vintage, Italian, Champagne and sparkling wine. The Sommelier’s selection will have New Zealand, Spanish, German and Austrian Wines. Director Catering – Augustus de Hoedt is very excited as it is one of his creations, and never done before. So folks, expect to be spoilt for choice and make sure you have a reservation. For something different, for sharing with family and friends, a nice long evening of good food, cheese and wine, is soon to be a reality at the Trans Asia Hotel.