Baduzzi Fundraiser Lunch
- Celia Hay
When 40 wine and food lovers get together to celebrate and support our hospitality world, it can only be fun.
Michael Dearth, Andrea Martinisi and Celia Hay
Hosted by Michael Dearth of The Grove and Baduzzi and NZ Sommeliers and Wine Professionals, we joined to applaud the work of Andrea Martinisi, representing New Zealand and his goal to reach the pinnacle of Sommellerie in Paris 2023.
Baduzzi Long Lunch Karen Fistonich, Nick Hewitt and other guests.
The highlight must be Michael’s donation of $10,000 to our Association to support education and travel opportunities including Andrea’s bid for the top spot in Paris.
The Baduzzi menu was paired with wines donated for the event.
Andrea with Therese and Hans Herzog Guests at the Baduzzi Long Lunch
Many thanks to
No1 Family Estate for the magnums of No1 Cuvee
Favina La Muciara from the island of Favignana off Sicily (grapes: Zibibbo, Grillo, Catarratto )
Many thanks to Richard Klein of Artigiano
Clearview Estate Chardonnay 2020 and Nick Hewitt of Beverage Bureau
Craggy Range Gimblett Gravels Syrah 2020 and what a treat to share 2 magnums of Hans Herzog Montepulciano 2015
Sir George and Gail, Lady Fistonich Andrea holds wine
Our fund-raising included a Silent Auction with bottles of Kumeu River Crémant Blanc and Rose; a night at the Park Hyatt (with sea-view) and breakfast; Epic Dinner for 2 at Culprit and a bottle of Billecart-Salmon 2013 and more. Many thanks to our supporters.
Highpoints of the menu must be:
Wagyu beef tongue w new season asparagus, heirloom tomatoes & salsa verde
Chicken saltimbocca w prosciutto di Parma, crispy sage & spring vegetable caponata
Wood fired barbequed butcher's cut w rocket & parmesan salad & 50/50 mash
Dessert
Tiramisu w Baileys & amaretto ladyfingers
Valrhona chocolate "torta caprese"w raspberry sorbet & coconut espuma
A great success and many thanks from us to you!