- The Majesty of Moscow;
- The Glory of St. Petersburg;
- The Romance of the Black Sea
Not sure how to celebrate Valentine's Day this year? Well, how about on Russian soil? Tonight, TTD invites you to bring a date or come on your own for a very special upscale evening at the Russian Cultural Center.
Join your fellow professionals as we leave the confines of Washington, D.C. and step onto foreign soil for a Valentine experience like no other. In a special cultural evening, we will recreate a holiday visit to modern Russia and Russia of centuries past through food, drink, music, dance, film diplomats, and much more!
1) RUSSIAN FOOD:
Thrill your palate as you enjoy a rare selection of an authentic Russian Buffet, including:
Pelmini
Veal and Pork Pasta Pillows served with a Marsala Mushroom Cream
Pierogis
Russian Baked Dumpling stuffed with Potato, Apple-Wood Bacon, Caramelized Onion and Smoked Duck Breast
Duck Rillette
Slow cooked Duck Leg Flaked atop an Arugula-Red Onion Salad on Goat Cheese- Potato Puree with a Balsamic Duck Glace
Salmon Two Ways
Cured Vodka Dill Salmon & Smoked Alaskan Salmon Served with Rye Crouton, Mustard-Red Onion Sour Cream Sauce
Cu red Meat Plate
Assorted Handmade Artisanal Meats served with
a Whole Grain Mustard, Cornichons, Olives and Baguette
Beef Stroganoff
Beef Tenderloin, Mushrooms and Root Vegetables in a Red Wine Cream served with Potato Puree
Pan Seared Duck Breast
Pan Seared Duck Breast served with a Vanilla Parsnip Puree, Wilted Arugula and Mushrooms, Prune-Onion Marmalade and a Sherry Foie Gras Cream
Shashlik
Baltika- Honey Marinated Pork Tenderloin, Grilled and served atop a Saffron Rice Plov with Wilted Mustard Greens and Purple Mustard Sauce
Kulebiaka Iz Lososini
Salmon Fillet wrapped in Puff Pastry then baked, served with a Ragout of Fennel, Potato, Red Onion and Carrots, Pommery-Pernot Bechamel Sauce
...Plus special Russian Valentine's Desserts including
- Chocolates
Van - illa Crème Brulee
Russia - n Style Cheese Cake
2) RUSSIAN COCKTAILS - with Wine, Beer, and Vodka! OPEN BAR:
Tonight, toast the evening - Moscow Style - on a selection of Russian and regional wines and beers . This evening, we will pair Russian vodkas as we compare and contrast their flavors.
3) LIVE RUSSIAN AND ITALIAN OPERA CONCERT:
Tonight, you are invited to a very special opera performance in which the most romantic Russian and Italian Opera pieces are performed by this native star.
For more about our performer, visit http://www.olgachernisheva.com/bio.htm.
4) RUSSIAN FILM:
Enjoy a short film on the scenery, culture and people of Russia.
5) RUSSIAN FASHION SHOW:
Experience an array of unique traditional Russian folk costumes.
6) DIPLOMATIC GREETING:
Meet some director of the Russian Cultural Center and other diplomats invited to celebrate the holiday with you - Russian style! They will be on hand to answer any questions about Russian history, cultural, travel and any other questions you may have.
7) LATE NIGHT DJ:
In the latter part of the evenings, the Center becomes a special Russian night club - challenging the hottest spots in Moscow! Dance to Retro and modern top 40 hits. We'll also make sure to throw in some ballroom, salsa and a few romantic pieces for those still embracing the late night Valentine Spirit.
Suggested Attire: Semi Formal.
Directions: Russian Cultural Center
1825 Phleps Place NW
Washington DC 20008
Cost: $59
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