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A Tasteful Pursuit

Photos from A Tasteful Pursuit Nashville

Thanks to you, the evening was a success
Sunday, May 31, 2009

Share Our Strength's A Tasteful Pursuit at The Capitol Grille at the Hermitage Hotel was an amazing evening raising funds for Share Our Strength's efforts to end childhood hunger.

The evening began with a reception hosted by Stella Artois and was followed by an extraordinary multi-course meal prepared by the following chefs:

Host Chef

• Tyler Brown, The Capitol Grille at The Hermitage Hotel, Nashville, TN
• Andrew Manchester, The Capitol Grille at The Hermitage Hotel, Nashville, TN

Guest Chefs

• Deb Paquette, Zola Restaurant, Nashville, TN
• Hal Holden-Bache, Eastland Café, Nashville, TN
• Tandy Wilson, City House, Nashville, TN
• Sean Brock, McCrady's, Charleston, SC
• Jason McConnell, Red Pony, Franklin, TN

Some Photos From the Event

© Jeff Moore

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The Menu for the Evening Was as Follows:

Hors D'oeuvres
Korbel Natural
Deb Paquette, Zola Restaurant
Hal Holden-Bache, Eastland Café

Stella Artois, Hoegaarden, Leffe

1^st Course
Ricotta Crespelle, Zucchini, Calabrian Chilies, Lemon, Mint
Tandy Wilson, City House

Bonterra Vineyards Viognier, Lake and Mendocino Counties 2007

2^nd Course
Wild Salmon, English peas, Morels, Brown Butter-Black Garlic Crumble
Sean Brock, McCrady's

Sonoma Cutrer Pinot Noir, Sonoma County 2006

3^rd Course
Gnocchi and Ragu of Duck with Pecorino
Jason McConnell, Red Pony

Bonterra Vineyards Syrah, Mendocino County 2006

4^th Course
Spring Lamb Loin, Fava Beans, Fennel, Olive, Meyer Lemon
Tyler Brown, Capitol Grille

Sanctuary Cabernet Sauvignon, Usibelli Vineyard, Napa Valley 2005

Dessert
Grappa and Mint Macerated Cherries, Mascarpone, Valrhona Chocolate
Andrew Manchester, Capitol Grille

Stella Artois

View Last Year's Event

Want to see pictures from past events? Check out last year's A Tasteful Pursuit dinner in Nashville or view photos from all 2008 A Tasteful Pursuit dinners »