Jumeirah Beach Hotel, the much-loved family resort,is kicking off this weekend with an exceptional evening of culinary discovery in which the delicious world of cheese will come to life over grape and storytelling.
Taking place on Thursday from 8pm, Maître Affineur de France (Master Cheesemaker and Ripener) Patrice Marchandwill host an exclusive cheese tasting experience at the hotel’s elegant Pearl Lounge. Guests will have the opportunity to sample an array of cheeses from around the world while learning all about the tradition of ripening and maturing from one of the world’s most renowned cheese experts.
As a sixth generation Affineur Extraordinaire, Patrice will bring his decades of expertise to the table, sharing his insights into the fascinating world of cheese having spent years in the family business– Les Freres Marchand, one of the oldest French cheesemaking empires.Over the course of the culinary extravaganza, Patrice will delight diners with his passion for cheese, exceptional palate and insightful knowledge. Of the 450 different cheeses held in the cellars of Les Freres Marchand, Patrice will take guests on a culinary tour of the40 best varieties, exploring different flavourprofiles and origins, accompanied by stellar grape pairings. The tasting will progress from subtle flavours to the more complex varieties, while Patrice – holder of the world record for the largest cheese platter–sharestales of his work with local producers.
Affineur Extraordinaire: an evening with Patrice Marchand:
- Date: Thursday, 20th May 2021
- Time: 5pm – 8pm
Price: AED 275 per head (with grape pairings) - Venue: Pearl Lounge, Jumeirah Beach Hotel
- Booking: Please contact the Pearl Lounge team at hizam@jumeirah.comand 0558196065 for bookings
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