Cava Reception & Dinner

Friday, February 21, 2025

All information listed below pertainS to the 2025 event.

See you next year.

This elegant event features a carefully curated five-course Spanish menu created by Celebrity Chef’s Laurent Manrique and Gerald Hirigoyen, paired with top-shelf wines from famed winemaker Emmanuel Kemiji.

This VIP-exclusive evening will begin with a Cava Reception in the historic Ponce de Leon Rotunda and progress to the Solarium for three plated dinner courses and a private musical performance. The magical evening will conclude with an afterglow on the terrace showcasing the breathtaking city and ocean views. 

Throughout the evening guests will experience performances by the Flagler College Chamber Choir and a local Spanish guitarist. Guests will interact with Flagler College Hospitality and Tourism Management students offering guest services, tableside wine and dinner service.

Dinner Menu

1st Course

  • Pickled Vegetable Gilda 🌱

  • Pulpo Gallego

  • Pan con Chorizo

  • Smoked fish

  • Spanish meatballs

     

- Blanchard Perez Cava -

Sparkling wine bottle with gold foil and Blanchard Perez label

2nd Course

  • Seared Diver Sea Scallops, Seasonal Vegetable Menestra

  • Squash Carpaccio with Pistachio Vinaigrette 🌱

     

- 2019 Arrels de Clos Pissarra, White Grenache, El Sol Blanc Vinyard, Montsant -

Clos Pissarra El Sol Blanc wine bottle with artistic label design.

3rd Course

  • Atlantic Cod Bakalao, Piperade Al Pil Pil Emulsion

  • Menestra of English peas, Edamame, Asparagus & Snow Peas 🌱

- 2016 Arrels de Clos Pissarra, Grenache & Syrah, Aristan Vinyard, Montsant -

Clos Pissarra wine bottle with red label design

4th Course

  • Roasted Lamb Chop, Braised Coco Beans, Pimenton, Chopped Herb Vinaigrette

  • Basque Rice with Wild Mushrooms 🌱

- 2012 Clos Pissarra, Grenache blend, El Ramon, Priorat -

- 2014 Clos Pissarra, Grenache, El Mont Vinyard, Priorat -

Clos Pissarra wine bottle with red label design on black glass.
Clos Pissarra El Mont wine bottle with orange logo on black label.

Dessert

  • Warm Basque Chocolate Cake with Whipped Caramel Cream

  • Poached Pear with Caramel and Crispy Almonds 🌱

     - 2020 Miura, La Royale, Lambic Black Currant Ale -

Bottle of Miura La Royale Lambic Black Currant Ale 2020 by Red Clay Brewing Co.

(🌱) : Vegan Meal Option

After Dinner Menu

A delectable selection of cheese, rich chocolates and fresh fruit

 - Estaca Bandit-

Red bottle of Estaca Bacanora with embossed logo
Black and white portrait of a person with white hair wearing a white shirt against a dark background.

Emmanuel Kemiji

Master Sommelier

Smiling chef wearing a white uniform and bracelet

LAURENT MANRIQUE

Chef

Chef in white coat standing against brick wall

Chef

GERALD HIRIGOYEN

Map of St. Augustine Spanish Food & Wine Festival location, showing proximity to landmarks like Proctor Library and Flagler College, presented by Bank of America.

Parking information

Complimentary Valet for all attendees.

Map of Ponce de Leon Hotel area with St. Augustine Spanish Food & Wine Festival logo, valet drop-off and pick-up location, handicapped access, and event entrance on King Street.

Self Parking is also available at 95 King Street.

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