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Celebrating Culinary Artistry at the 2nd Edition of Iconic Food Tasting at Norfolk Hotel

Fairmont The Norfolk Hotel hosted the second edition of Iconic Food Tasting – a truly intimate culinary expedition designed for food enthusiasts. Guests embarked on a captivating journey, savoring four distinct courses served at four different restaurants, each highlighting its unique cuisine. This premium culinary event once again attracted a diverse crowd of food bloggers, […]

Wamocha Wamocha
1 year ago · Oct 07, 2024
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Celebrating Culinary Artistry at the 2nd Edition of Iconic Food Tasting at Norfolk Hotel
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Fairmont The Norfolk Hotel hosted the second edition of Iconic Food Tasting – a truly intimate culinary expedition designed for food enthusiasts.

Guests embarked on a captivating journey, savoring four distinct courses served at four different restaurants, each highlighting its unique cuisine.

This premium culinary event once again attracted a diverse crowd of food bloggers, dignitaries and connoisseurs.

The engaging format showcased the exceptional talents of participating chefs while fostering social interactions among attendees.

Wangeci Gakenia, Brand Manager of The Singleton Whisky, said, “The Iconic Food Tasting event perfectly embodies our vision at The Singleton to elevate the dining experience through gastronomy. Our carefully curated whisky pairings invite guests into the world of flavor exploration, where the fruity decadence of Singleton 15 years whisky transforms each meal into a memorable occasion.”

Norfolk Hotel, Chef Paul Kimani displays one of the cuisines during the Iconic Food
Tasting event at The Fairmont Norfolk Hotel / COURTESY

The partnership with The Singleton, renowned for its smooth and rich flavor profile, was central to the event. By integrating thoughtfully crafted whisky pairings, Singleton 15 – with its blend of fruity vibrancy from Pedro Ximenez Oloroso seasoned casks and decadent notes of chocolate and coffee enhanced the dining experience.

This collaboration showcased the art of whisky appreciation and highlighted the synergy between premium whisky and exceptional cuisine.

“Iconic Food Tasting is an excellent platform for showcasing culinary creativity. The thoughtful pairing of Singleton 15 whisky with our dishes allowed us to elevate flavors and create a harmonious dining experience that engages all the senses”, said Paul Kimani, Head Chef at Fairmont The Norfolk.

Throughout the evening, guests savored the distinct flavor notes of Singleton 15 years whisky, reflecting the essence of the event: enjoy life’s moments one sip at a time. This gathering culminated in culinary mastery while cementing The Singleton’s presence in the gastronomic landscape—an invitation to slow down and savor life’s luxuries.

Reserve Brand Ambassador, Paul Gachoi and Pierre-Adrien Baudelet raise their
glasses of The Singleton during the Iconic Food Tasting event at The Fairmont
Norfolk Hotel. / COURTESY
Sahil Dodhia, Shalini Sapra, Nrupali David and Chiraag David (Left-Right) during the
Iconic Food Tasting event at The Fairmont Norfolk Hotel / COURTESY
Chef Paul Kimani (Norfolk Hotel Head Chef), Elma Labuschagne (Norfolk Hotel,
General Manager) and Paul Gachoi (Reserve Brand Ambassador at EABL), (Left-
Right) during the Iconic Food Tasting event at The Fairmont Norfolk Hotel./ COURTESY

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