Fine Dining with Chef Kern by Kronenbourg, Carlsberg Malaysia.

11th October 2011 - Was lucky to be one of the 25 guest invited by Carlsberg Malaysia to an evening of fine foods and beer appreciation -“Fine Dine & Beer with Chef Kern”. Kronenbourg 1664 is the official beer for the Malaysian International Gourmet Festival 2011. This ultimate fine dining was held at Samplings on the Fourteen, Berjaya Times Square Hotel.

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Fine dining accompanied with a view like this? It couldnt be more perfect!

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Fact : The participation of Carlsberg Malaysia (which imports and distributed Kronenbourg 1664 and a host of other brands which you will see featured below) in the 11th year of the Malaysian International Gourmet Festival (MIGF) offers the best selection of beer, wine and spirits as the ideal companion for gourmet diners to indulge in specially crafted menus at participating MIGF outlets.

What was on the menu for the night :

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A few selection from the wide range of beer/drinks for the night :

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Chef Kern taking his job very seriously, everything done with precise detail from the presentation and such.

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About Chef Jochen Kern
Master of Trade Jochen Kern is a passionate German culinary expert who has more than 40 years experience in the hospitality industry across Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Central America, Polynesia and Asia. He earned the title – Master of Trade in his native country which entitles him to test and certify other chefs and cooks at various culinary degrees. Among many other prestigious titles, Chef Kern is also the founder and president of the Cordon Noir Gourmet society, a non-profit gastronomic club for fine food aficionados.
In addition to the above credentials, Chef Kern can certainly pride himself having served many dignitaries such as Queen Elizabeth II, former President Bill Clinton, Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohd., The King of Thailand, the Sultan of Brunei and family, Minister Mentor Lee Kuan Yew and many others. Chef Kern who is well known for his strong sense of humour and infectious laughter is very passionate about his quest for gastronomic excellence.

By the way its was open kitchen! How awesome is that?

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For appetizers we had Pan Foie Gras on marmalade of fresh grapes and red onion blend accompanied with Kronenbourg Blanc and Savanna Dry Cider.

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Next was Cappuccino of Savanna Dry Cider with Porcini Mushroom.

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How cute is that?

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All eyes on Chef Jochen Kern ;

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So for my main course I had the Roasted Medallion of Australian Venison Lion accompanied with Kronenbourg Blanc ;

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While Tim had the Grilled American Prime Beef Tenderloin ;

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I was enjoying the never ending drinks being served for every different dish, heehee.

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Then we had the Hot Corrosol Souffle with Cafe Luwak Sabayon and Inniskillin Ice Wine ;

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& of course we had the Ice Wine to go with!

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Last but not least, Cafe Amarula Iced. Too bad I dont take coffee so I had Amarula Infused icecreaaaam! Hehee :D

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How cute is that?

So all of us were pretty filled to the brim ; I could hardly breathe in my corset dress oh gosh.

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A picture with the Chef!

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It was a pleasant evening with good food and great company ;

Log onto Kronenbourg 1664’s facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/KronenbourgMY and stand a chance to win exclusive prizes and goodies.

For more information regarding Carlsberg Malaysia’s participation in the MIGF, visit its corporate website at www.carlsbergmalaysia.com.my.

Till then darls!
x.





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