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A Taste of Switzerland: A Valentine's Day Celebration of Swiss chocolate, food, wine, and music (Both singles and couples welcome!)


Wednesday, February 14, 2007 at 7:00 PM


Both singles and couples welcome. Enjoy Swiss wine at the open bar.
Sample Swiss chocolate and hors d'oeuvres prepared by the Swiss Bakery


Event Details

LESS THAN 10 tickets available!
Please reserve your tickets soon before we are sold out.




Got plans for Valentine's day? The International Club of DC with the cooperation of the Embassy of Switzerland cordially requests the pleasure of your company for an enchanting reception. We invite you to join us for a Taste of Switzerland where the only requirement for attendance is that you must like Swiss chocolate, wine, food and music! We expect the event to be attended by both singles and couples so you are welcome to come by yourself, with friends, or someone special to enjoy an evening of Swiss hospitality and meet other internationally-minded professionals in town. Enjoy a memorable evening of Swiss music, food, wine, and chocolate along with a harp recital featuring the works of Swiss and European composers.



You are cordially invited to experience Swiss hospitality at a very special evening at the Embassy of Switzerland to meet internationally-minded professionals from around the world. The International Club of DC extends a Valentine’s Day invitation for a Swiss evening filled with many surprises. From chocolate concoctions and other sweet treats to fine Swiss wine and tasty Swiss specialities, the evening promises to please every palate. You don't need a date to attend. The only requisite is that you like fine
chocolate, wine, and Swiss hors d'oeuvres!  Whether you come with someone, bring your friends, or come by yourself, don't miss this very special reception featuring the finest Swiss chocolate, wine, and hors d'oeuvres.

Please join us for a celebration of Swiss food, wine, cheese, chocolate, and music. The reception includes an open bar serving Swiss and American wine along with hors d’oeuvres freshly prepared by The Swiss Bakery. This is a wonderful opportunity to meet other internationally-minded professionals in DC as well as members of the diplomatic community while enjoying an elegant embassy reception.

Click here to see photos from our previous event at the Swiss Embassy.
  

The Swiss Food reception Includes:

Swiss Cheese and Bread:
Sample a variety of premium Swiss cheese with breads, crackers and fruits.
Cheese Fondue:
Enjoy cheese fondue made with Swiss cheese along with bread, tomatoes, and fruit.
Raclette:
Enjoy a traditional Swiss dish made with Raclette cheese, baby potatoes, assorted pickles, bread, and spices.
Chocolates from Switzerland:
Enjoy the finest Swiss mini chocolates such as Napolitetins, Ragusa, Torino, Lindt Balls, Toblerone along with Petit Pastries and cookies.
Chocolate Fondue:
Dark Swiss Chocolate Fondue with Grand Marnier, fruit, pound cake, marshmallows, toasted almonds and coconuts!


Requested Attire
Cocktail attire requested.

Tentative Agenda (Agenda is subject to change)
7:00 PM Check-in & Reception
Enjoy Swiss food along with Swiss and American wine at the open bar.

8:00 PM Welcome
Welcome remarks by the Swiss Embassy Staff

8:10 PM Reception continues
Sample Swiss food and chocolate along with Swiss wine at the open bar


Rain Date Policy
The event will go ahead rain or snow.
Tickets and Registration
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Cancellation Policy
Please note that all online ticket sales are final. We are unable to process refunds or cancelations on online ticket purchases.
Address

Embassy of Switzerland
2900 Cathedral Avenue N.W
Washington, D.C. 20008

Directions

Street parking only. We recommend a taxi or public transportation. For Metro directions please call (202) 637 7000.


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