Here's what cooking for Thursday's White House state dinne r honoring Kenya. White House executive chef Cris Comerford says the main course is a “best of both worlds” combination of smoked short ribs and lobster.
Chilled Heirloom Tomato Soup
Sourdough Crisps
Arbequina Olive Oil
Fruitwood-smoked Beef Short Ribs
Butter-poached Lobster
Citrus Butter
Baby Kale, Sweet Corn Purée
White Chocolate Basket
Banana Ganache
Raspberries, Peaches, Candied Lime Zest
Hartford Court Chardonnay “Four Hearts Vineyard” 2021
St. Innocent Pinot Noir “Shea Vineyard” 2019
Iron Horse Classic Vintage Brut 2020
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The main course of fruitwood-smoked beef short ribs, butter-poached lobster, citrus butter, baby kale, and a sweet corn purée is shown by White House Executive Chef Cris Comerford during a media preview, Wednesday, May 22, 2024, ahead of Thursday evening's State Dinner with with Kenya's President William Ruto, at the White House in Washington. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)
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The first course, a chilled heirloom tomato soup with sourdough crisps and arbequina olive oil is shown by White House Executive Chef Cris Comerford during a media preview, Wednesday, May 22, 2024, ahead of Thursday evening's State Dinner with Kenya's President William Ruto, at the White House in Washington. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)
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