Bellagio welcomes Diaoyutai State Guesthouse to the United States for only the second time, Feb. 14-16, 2013. Typically reserved for royalty, heads of state and other world leaders, the cuisine of Diaoyutai State Guesthouse of Beijing will be showcased in celebration of Chinese New Year.
Tickets for this very special event are priced at $500 per person, all-inclusive, and available for purchase online at Bellagio's Epicurean Epicenter webpage or by calling Bellagio Concierge at (866) 406-7117.
"Food is an integral symbol of togetherness during the Chinese New Year," said president and COO of Bellagio, Randy Morton. "Joining two of the highest standards in hospitality - Diaoyutai State Guesthouse and Bellagio - during this most important holiday is an honor and will make for a very special occasion."
Bellagio's Tuscany Kitchen will play host to the three-day culinary event, offering exclusive prix fixe dinner menus to the public Feb. 14-16 at 7:30 p.m. nightly. The eight course meal, featuring a collection of historic dishes modernized from ancient menus, will be prepared and served by the Diaoyutai culinary team, dressed in traditional Chinese attire and led by Executive Chef Hao Baoli.
Chef Baoli's celebratory menu will feature a diverse selection of dishes showcasing rare ingredients and skillful techniques. In addition, strict nutritional requirements ensure all dishes are low in both sugar and sodium and high in protein.
Guests will also enjoy traditional presentations, including Diaoyutai's Dragon Bearded Noodle ritual and extraordinary fruit carvings. The Diaoyutai team will execute what is called the "Four Beauties" in every meal: food, service, tableware and environment.
For more information, visit www.bellagio.com.