MOET LUNCH

We were truly blessed, courtesy of a friend in the group who is in touch with the PR machine of Moet in the U.S.  Our party of 11 was invited to a private lunch, at the 'chateau' across the street from Moet's HQ, which occupies an entire street in Eperny. Aside from the white table cloth and black glove service, we were treated to a special meal where the champagnes rank a few notches above the food. Take a look at the menu .. the libation is strategically positioned above the dishes, in bold print so there is no mistake where priorities lie.  

First course : tian of finely chopped baby shrimp and papaya, seasoned with Yuzu, topped with a generous spread of caviar ... with a 1998 P2. Second course : poached sea bass in a beautifully done oyster and cream veloute, smooth as silk but intensely flavored by raw Gilladeau, on the side was a buttered quinoa with a Parmesan crisp ... with a 1996 P2. Next on the menu was a local ash laden goat cheese and for dessert a chocolate sorbet 'with a difference' ... a Dom Perignon Rose 2004 the renowned pink champagne.

The service was excellent and impeccable, in the family dining room where the owners used to entertain. The feel of old world charm and style was deafening. The Executive Chef, hailed recently from the Peninsula in Shanghai, was extremely friendly and ended our very gratifying lunch with an extra layer of warm hospitality. Incidentally it did not cost us a cent, it was all top end PR, super goodwill, and it was 'big face' awarded to our friend.

We will not forget this one-in-a-life time experience antime soon .. Merci Beaucoup Moet!