February 27, 2010 | 6-8 p.m. | Volunteer Princess
Board the Volunteer Princess for a luxurious river cruise featuring specially prepared wine and food pairings from around the world. Up to 130 guests will enjoy food and wine pairings created by Chef Holly Hambright of EOS Catering. This is the second year for the event, which is one of the major fundraisers supporting CASA's volunteers who serve as advocates for children in the foster care systems of Knox, Sevier, Blount, Hamblen, and Jefferson counties.
2010 Grand Sojourn Tasting Menu
Cava/Prosecco
*Empanada with iberico, zucchini and onions
*White bean tomato crostini with basil
*Prosciutto wrapped grilled asparagus
Sauvignon Blanc
*Sweet potato mash with garlic pepper butter
*Sushi tasting
Down Under Chardonnay
*Chicken skewer pinwheel with sun-dried tomato and fresh mozzarella
*Stuffed green lip mussels
Three Winds Syrah
*Duck confit and celery root salad and cucumber
*Fig and walnut baked brie
Codax Rioja
*Candied applewood smoked bacon
*Caramelized onion and swiss chard tart
Trivento Malbec
*Miniature beef wellington
*Soy-butter shiitake mushroom skewer
Six Grapes Graham's Porto
*Lemon curd hazelnut tart
*Chocolate oblivion
*Stewed stone fruits with Chantilly cream
About CASA of East Tennessee:
CASA provides volunteer citizen advocates to conduct investigations for the court to ensure that neglected and abused children have the services and care they need. CASA currently serves 20% of the children who need an advocate in the foster care systems of Knox, Sevier, Blount, Hamblen, and Jefferson counties.