Bangkok (Thailand) – January 8, 2020 (travelindex.com) – The Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel and The Wine Merchant jointly hosted an exclusive five-course menu, accompanied by wines from the world-famous Château Margaux in France.

Chef Jan Van Dyk and his team created an unforgettable culinary experience, pairing each course with exquisite wines from the Bordeaux estate. Delicate seafood canapés were served with Billecart Salmon Champagne while guests were greeted by their hosts. Cauliflower carabineros and foie gras with smoked eel were accompanied by Pavillon Blanc du Château Margaux 2016 and Pavillon Rouge du Château Margaux 2010, respectively. Kiwami rump steak was served with Jerusalem artichokes and enhanced with Château Margaux 2003 and Château Margaux 2000, the latter receiving 100 points from Parker in Wine Advocate. The same accolade was bestowed upon the Château Margaux 1996, which accompanied the soufflé.

The guests were warmly welcomed by Mr. Serge Cuypers (first from left), hotel director, and Mr. Aurélien Valance (second from left), deputy managing director of Chateau Margaux, who acted as guest speaker at the dinner.

The photo shows, from left to right: 1. Serge Cuypers, Hotel Director of the Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel; 2. Aurélien Valance, Deputy General Manager of the Chateau Margaux; 3. Tim Boda, Director of Food and Beverage, Operational Excellence & Events at Minor Hotels; 4. Jirachai Sethisakko, Director of Beverage and Wine at Minor Hotels.