Cocktail Reception and Dinner

The Yale Governance Forum will start with a Cocktail Reception and Dinner on June 9, 2008 from 6:30-9:30 pm at Saint Clements Castle, in Portland, CT. Shuttle services from the Omni Hotel to and from Saint Clements Castle will be provided to the participants. For those not staying at the Omni Hotel, parking is available at the Omni Hotel if you would like to take the shuttle.

About Saint Clements Castle

Saint Clements Castle, also known as the Connecticut River Castle, is situated on 82 manicured acres fronting a mile of the Connecticut River in central Connecticut.

This meticulously restored early 20th century European-style estate has many unique architectural features, and boasts a superb collection of original art and period antique furnishings. For more information on St Clements, log on to www.saintclementscastle.com

 

YALE GOVERNANCE FORUM
COCKTAIL RECEPTION AND DINNER

Cocktail Reception

Music by the Vinca Quartet
 
Includes open bar service and selection of the following
hot and cold hors d'oeuvres:
 
Quiche Filled with Grilled Chicken, Sweet Roasted Pepper and Chives
Mushrooms Stuffed with Boursin Cheese
Scallops Wrapped in Bacon
Maryland Crab Cakes with Remoulade
Miniature Beef Wellington
Bountiful Harvest Display: International Cheese and Crudités presented with Domestic and Imported Cheeses, Fresh Fruit, Dips of Chef's Choice, Assorted Crackers and Baguettes and a selection of Olives, Pepperoncini, Sopressata, and Kalamata Olive Tapenade
 

Dinner Menu

Appetizer:
Tomato and Spinach Striped Tortellini in a Wild Mushroom Ragout
 
Salad:
Tossed Field Greens with Balsamic Vinaigrette with Dried Cranberries & Gorgonzola
 
Entrée
Choice of the one of the following:
Wood-Smoked Filet Mignon with Béarnaise Sauce
Filet of Sole filled with Lobster, Shrimp, and Scallops with a Lobster Tarragon Cream
Penne Pasta with Grilled & Roasted Vegetables (Vegetarian)
 
Dessert:
Chocolate Hazelnut Ice Cream Truffle