President Donald J. Trump and First Lady Melania Trump will welcome His Excellency Xi Jinping, President of The People’s Republic of China, and Madame Peng Liyuan for a State Dinner in the East Room of the White House this evening. The First Lady led the preparations for the dinner, which will be attended by the official delegations as well as business leaders and government officials. The menu showcases American ingredients with subtle Chinese influence, bringing the culinary traditions of both nations together.
The meal begins with a toast of Schramsberg “Blanc De Noir,” honoring the historic “Toast to Peace” shared by President Nixon and Premier Zhou Enlai in Beijing in 1972. The same American sparkling wine served at that historic gathering continues to be enjoyed at White House functions today. First Course Yellow Squash Velouté Wild Mushroom FricasséeCrispy Pancetta Scallion Oil The first course offers a refined and silky-smooth velouté made of sweet yellow squash. This course is gently blended to highlight its delicate seasonal flavors of earthy wild mushrooms, sautéed with fresh herbs.
Together, these ingredients create a rich fricassee, complemented by crispy pancetta for a savory and smoky contrast. A finishing drizzle of scallion oil adds vibrance and a subtle allium brightness to the dish. Second Course Sesame Crusted Sea Bass Braised Baby Bok ChoyRoasted Garden Eggplant Sauce Verte The second course is prepared delicately with fresh seabass and coated in toasted sesame seeds. This combination creates a fragrant nutty crust while keeping the fish tender. The fish is served with crisp baby bok choy and roasted garden eggplant, creating lightly caramelized flavors.
The dish is finished with a vibrant sauce verte of fresh herbs, which add brightness, acidity, and a garden character. Dessert Vanilla Crémeux & White House Honey Ice Cream Walnut FrangipaneSour Cherry Confit The dessert…