The first official meal of the President of the United States, Donald Trump, took place in the Statuary Hall of the Capitol, where he dined with members of Congress, now with a Republican majority in both chambers, and other influential figures. The event celebrated not only the beginning of the new administration but also provided an opportunity to strengthen ties between Republican leaders and other relevant attendees.
The menu featured an exquisite selection of iconic dishes from American cuisine. For the starter, a Chesapeake Bay crab cake was served alongside tomato tartar, fresh vegetables, and chive oil, paired with a Chardonnay from Veritas Vineyard. For the main course, Omaha Angus beef steak was offered with carrots, broccoli, potato gratin, and red wine truffle sauce, accompanied by a Mount Veeder Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley, California. For dessert, a frozen apple terrine with sour cream ice cream and salted caramel was enjoyed, complemented by the Korbel Russian River Valley Natural sparkling wine.
The atmosphere in the hall was solemn and patriotic, with blue tablecloths and floral patterns, presided over by the painting "American Horizon" by impressionist artist Jane Wilson, which captures iconic landscapes of the United States.
Among the notable guests were Apple's CEO, Tim Cook, and members of the new cabinet. This gathering not only marked the official start of Donald Trump's presidency but also served as an occasion to forge closer ties between Republican leaders and other influential figures present at the event.
