Inaugural Luncheon, 2009
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U.S. Senate Sergeant at Arms
President Barack Obama addresses the luncheon attendees in Statuary Hall at the U.S. Capitol.
Location | National Statuary Hall, U.S. Capitol |
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Menu | First CourseSeafood Stew paired with Duckhorn Vineyards 2007 Sauvignon Blanc, Napa Valley
Second CourseA Brace of American Birds (pheasant and duck) served with Sour Cherry Chutney and Molasses Sweet Potatoes paired with Goldeneye 2005 Pinot Noir, Anderson Valley
Third CourseApple Cinnamon Sponge Cake and Sweet Cream Glacé paired with Korbel Natural "Special Inaugural Cuvée" California Champagne |
Painting | “View of the Yosemite Valley” by Thomas Hill |
Music | Smithsonian Chamber Players |
Gifts | The President and Vice President received a pair of one-of-a-kind engraved crystal bowls, made by Lenox, Inc. |