If you are a member of Disney’s Dining Experience program “Tables in Wonderland” and have been looking forward to checking of the new The Wave restaurant at The Contemporary Resort, put down April 16th on your calendar. An intimate event limited to just 50 guests will celebrate Florida Seafood. Reservations are required (see below)
The Wave Restaurant is delighted to offer a special series of dining events for the Tables in Wonderland Members. The second event will celebrate Florida seafood and feature the very freshest sustainable Florida fish. We anticipate Yellowfin Tuna, Cobia, Wahoo and Barramundi to be available and will choose the very best of these items for our Tables in Wonderland Members.
David Fennessy from Central Seafood and Fresh from Florida will host the dinner with Chef Frank Brough and Area Manager Stephen Shepherd. David who has 40 years of seafood experience is a graduate of NYU, an Air Force veteran, and a former Regional Director for National Fisheries Institute. David has served on President Gerald Ford’s committee on implementing a 200 mile limitation of American coastal waters. He is also liaison to the Mexican Government on developing a commercial fishery out of the Sea of Cortez, Mexico, and is a current member of Monterey Bay Aquarium and President of SBI/Fresh from Florida.
Jim Killam is the North Florida Sales Manager for Vineyard Brands. He is the importer of all the wines that have been chosen to pair with the menu selections to be served this evening. Jim has been involved in the Food & Beverage Industry for over 30 years and has been a long-time friend and partner with Walt Disney World Food & Beverage Department for a variety of events. Jim is also a Certified Sommelier by the Court of Master Sommeliers.
The Wave’s Discovery Dinner
Celebrating Florida Seafood
Thursday, April 16, 2009
Wave Lounge Reception
Florida East Coast White Shrimp Cocktail
Spiny Lobster Flatbreads with Pesto and Locally Grown Micro Greens
Villa Maria Private Bin Riesling, 2008, Marlborough, New Zealand
Dinner Menu
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Fresh from Florida Seafood Napoleon with Tomatillo Salsa
Villa Maria Private Bin Unoaked Chardonnay, 2008, Hawkes Bay, New Zealand
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“Top of the Catch” Gulf and Atlantic Coast Duo with Grilled Vidalia Onions and
Rock Shrimp Hash
Cono Sur “Vision”, Pinot Noir, 2008, Colchagua Valley, Chile
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Cahaba Farms Salad Greens with Micro Celery, Cinnamon Basil and Red Mustard
Spice Route Chenin Blanc, 2008, Swartland, South Africa
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The Wave Dessert Trio featuring: “Uncle Matt’s” organic Florida oranges, Maracaibo Chocolate, Passion Fruit Teacakes and Mango
Donna Paula “Los Cardos” Sauvignon Blanc, 2008, Mendoza, Argentina
Time: 7:00 p.m. Wave Lounge at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, First Floor
Dress Code: Casual Evening Attire
Dinner to follow in the Restaurant
$92.00 per person, includes tax and gratuity
FOR RESERVATIONS, PLEASE E-MAIL [email protected] with your interest to book, and the number of your party. You will be notified on a first come first serve basis and your credit card will be taken over the phone. The event will be limited to 50 Guests.