On the occasion of the state visit to Finland by President of the Italian Republic Giorgio Napolitano and Mrs. Clio Napolitano, President of the Republic of Finland Tarja Halonen and Doctor Pentti Arajärvi will host a state dinner on Tuesday 9 September 2008 at the Presidential Palace.
There will be some 130 guests at the dinner. Entertainment will be provided by soprano Mari Palo, baritone Tommi Hakala and pianist Marita Viitasalo as well as the Guard’s Band conducted by Lieutenant Colonel Elias Seppälä.
Menu
Yellow Pumpkin Soup
Terrine of Lake Lavaret and Crayfish
Vendace Roe Sauce
Smoked Crown of Reindeer
Trumpet Chanterelle Sauce
Warm Apple and Meringue Tart
Lingonberry Ice Cream