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CAMDEN HARBOUR INN AND NATALIE’S RESTAURANT PRESENT 2nd ANNUAL THAI CULINARY RETREAT IN CAMDEN, JANUARY 27- FEBRUARY 6
CAMDEN, Maine – For those who can’t make it to Southeast Asia this winter, the Camden Harbour Inn and its award-winning restaurant Natalie’s are preparing to spice up winter with a Thai culinary retreat beginning January 27.
This exceptional Thai Fusion dining experience will feature dishes prepared by guest Thai Chef Michael Mac Donnell and Natalie’s Chef de Cuisine Lawrence Klang. Mac Donnell, a former resident of Thailand who is also married to a native of Thailand, is known for his distinctive style which evolved from his extensive exposure to Eastern food cultures. He has trained and cooked in Thai restaurants around the country. His Thai culinary skills paired with Lawrence Klang’s award winning classic French fare will create a Thai Fusion meal not to be missed.
“This style is more of an approach to cooking – a philosophy about food
– using the highest quality, freshest ingredients with respect and
imagination,” said Mac Donnell. “I love creating new ways to combine
what I can find locally with products available from around the world.”
Mac Donnell plans to open up an Asian market and lunch counter in
Rockland, Maine in the spring of 2009.
As part of this Thai culinary experience, classic Thai music and/or
dance will be performed nightly in the restaurant. In addition, the
Camden Harbour Inn is offering packages for a two-night stay with a
Tropical welcome cocktail, gourmet breakfast, Thai massage, a Thai
cooking classes and a five course Thai Fusion tasting dinner. The
packages are $395 per person based on double occupancy excluding taxes
and gratuity. Please call (207) 236-4200 for more information.
Camden Harbour Inn/Natalie’s Owners Raymond Brunyanszki and Oscar
Verest are currently travelling in Thailand preparing for the event.
“It will be wonderful to return to Maine, bringing some of the aromas
and flavors of Thailand with us, allowing us to share some of the joys
of travel with anyone who comes to the Inn for dinner,” said
Brunyanszki.
The Thai culinary event will be featured at Natalie’s between January
27 and February 6. A five-course Thai tasting menu ($65) and a
five-course Thai lobster menu (market) will be part of the a la carte
menu. A lighter fare menu and Asian inspired cocktails will be
available at the bar. For reservations please call 207-236-7008 or
visit www.nataliesrestaurant.com for online reservations.
A classic European-style inn with a contemporary spin, the Camden
Harbour Inn is nestled atop a stunning hillside offering views of
picturesque Camden Harbour, Mount Battie and Penobscot Bay. Built
originally as a lodging establishment in 1874, this historic property
was completely renovated last year following a $2 million refit, which
has transformed the property into an exquisite boutique hotel, with
world-class personalized service. The Inn’s 18 guestrooms - each with a
distinct style and dazzling view – offer every modern convenience as
well as plush bathrooms, robes and fine linens. Some rooms offer
fireplaces, balconies and/or private decks.
Natalie’s has been called the finest gourmet eatery in Maine, offering
sophisticated décor, impeccable service and gourmet dining without the
pressure of formal attire, served under the culinary direction of Chef
de Cuisine Lawrence Klang. Natalie’s is a stunning restaurant offering
Modern French cuisine – as well as a 200 specialty wines from its
exceptional wine cellar –in a beautiful relaxed setting with a nod to
the past with its bar designed from doors salvaged from a French
convent.
For information or reservations, visit www.camdenharbourinn.com, or call 207-236-4200.
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