Gala dinner for Millennium Technology Prize laureates at the Presidential Palace

Office of the President of the Republic of Finland
Press Release 9 June 2010

President of the Republic Tarja Halonen and Doctor Pentti Arajärvi will host a gala dinner at the Presidential Palace in honour of the Millennium Technology Prize laureates at the Presidential Palace on Wednesday 9 June 2010.

The dinner will be attended by about 160 guests. In addition to the laureates, political leaders and representatives of business, science and research institutes have been invited to the dinner.

Musical entertainment will be provided by recorder quartet Bravade and the Guard’s Band conducted by Lieutenant Colonel Elias Seppälä.

Menu

Perch Carpaccio with Marinated Asparagus
Sauce of Cherry Tomatoes

Smoked Zander with Prawn and Sweet Snap Peas
Cauliflower and Chive Mousse

Herb Grilled Quail with Morel and Spinach Quiche
Rhubarb Sauce

Strawberry Ice Cream Tart with Melon Pearls
Sabayon of Fresh Strawberries