On the occasion of the state visit to Finland of Their Majesties King and Queen of Malaysia, President of the Republic of Finland Tarja Halonen and Doctor Pentti Arajärvi will give a gala dinner on 19 September 2005 at the Presidential Palace.
There will be some 120 guests at the dinner. Entertainment is provided by baritone Tommi Hakala and pianist Riitta-Liisa Kyykkä as well as the Guards Band conducted by Major Elias Seppälä.
Menu
Crayfish Soup with Watercress
Paupiette of Cold Smoked Grayling and Vendace Roe
Red Onion Sauce
Roasted Breast of Wild Duck in Cream Sauce
Selection of Vegetables
Savarin of Vanilla Ice Cream flavoured with Gooseberries
Caramel Sauce