Saturday, October 03, 2009 at 7:30 PM Enjoy an enchanting evening of Ethiopian culture Meet other internationally-minded professionals in town Event Details You are invited to join us for our very first black-tie embassy gala of our 2009 Fall Season with dancing to a live band! The International Club of DC and the Embassy of Ethiopia cordially requests the pleasure of your company at he Embassy of Ethiopia Black Tie Gala and Dinner Reception at the Ethiopian Embassy Enjoy a concert with Queen of Bati followed by a night of dancing ~ Celebrate Ethiopian Cuisine, Culture, Art and Music! ~ Saturday, October 03, 2009 at 7:30 PM :: Recently constructed embassy building infuses traditional Ethiopian design with contemporary architecture and overlooks Rock Creek Park :: Ethiopian Cultural Presentations :: Welcome Remarks by the Ethiopian Ambassador :: Traditional Dinner Reception :: Networking Gala :: Jazz Orchestra :: Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony - Did you know that coffee originated in Ethiopia? :: Dance the night away to a live orchestra after the dinner reception The Embassy of Ethiopia 3506 International Dr. NW Washington, D.C. 20008 You are invited to a unique and special event at the Embassy of Ethiopia. Join us for a black-tie gala reception where you will feast on a delectable traditional dinner buffet and desserts with wine and drinks served at the open bar. After dinner, a live jazz ensemble will keep you company as you enjoy music and a night of socializing. Tickets start at only $30. The event is expected to sell out. Please reserve your tickets soon! You are invited to an enchanting evening of music, culture, art, and cuisine at the Embassy of Ethiopia. This is a wonderful opportunity to discover beautiful Ethiopia! The evening begins with a short presentation about Ethiopia’s heritage, culture, geography, and people. Afterwards sit back and relax to a delightful performance by Ethiopian Singer, Queen of Bati. After the concert you will be invited to feast on a buffet of traditional Ethiopian delicacies along with wine served at the open bar. A traditional coffee ceremony will also be presented. The evening also provides you with the opportunity to meet diplomatic personnel at the embassy as well as International Club of DC members in attendance. A Taste of Ethiopia - TRADITIONAL ETHIOPIAN DINNER FEAST Injera Bread: A crepe like delightful round bread made with Teff flower, cooked on flat pans called “mitad” served in a basket. Basmati Rice Doro Wat A mild boneless Chicken Stew simmered, marinated in freshly squeezed lemon juice, Sautéed and cooked in butter onion, garlic and ginger stew accented with “Berbere” and touch of cardamom, fenugreek and nutmeg spice… Served with sides of... Hard Boiled Eggs Key Wot Morsels of prime beef simmered in spices served on tasty mild sauce Yebeg Alitcha Succulent Lamb morsels slowly cooked in green pepper sauce Gomen Wot Collard Greens Simmered in mild and distinctly flavorful sauce Salata A diced salad, of locally grown Tomatoes, Red Onions, Green Peppers, Steamed Red Beets Special Dressing Olive Oil, Lemon Juice, Fresh Ginger, Parsley,etc Atkilt Wot Delicious combination of curried Cabbage, Carrots, Potatoes, Peppers and Onions Desserts Traditional Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony Mini Baklava Fresh Fruits in Season Requested Attire Cocktail attire or Black Tie requested. Tickets and Registration $30 Late admission tickets with admission at 9:00 PM. Join us for admission after dinner to take part in the black tie gala reception with an open bar and dancing to music by a live orchestra. Due to limited capacity for the dinner reception, we are pleased to make available few tickets for admission at 9:00 PM. $49 General admission tickets: Admission at 7:30 PM for the Black Tie Gala with dinner reception, cultural presentation, followed by dancing to the music of a live orchestra. Please reserve your tickets soon, as space is limited and we are able to accommodate only a limited number of attendees. Cancellation Policy Please note that all online ticket sales are final. We are unable to offer cancelations or refunds on online ticket purchases. Address Embassy of Ethiopia 3506 International Dr., NW Washington, D.C. 20008 Directions The Embassy of Ethiopia is located close to the Van Ness Metro on the Red Line. For Metro directions, please call (202) 637 7000. Additional Event Information & Notes About the Artist - Queen of Bati: Merity Legesse was born in the province of Wollo, Ethiopia. Wollo is considered to be the cradle of immaculate beauties. Marity is among those who are blessed with charming beauty and exquisite voice. Her talent astonished many while she was singing in different occasions and holiday gathering since her childhood. Marity is a founding member and role artist the “lalibela Kinet” group and the “Wollo Cultural Center” and played a vital role in elevating the group to the National standard. She was repeatedly part of the best-selected artist in the country and participated in different tours in Sudan to Europe and North America. Among which she was the famous “People to People” worldwide cultural tour representing her country as a cultural ambassador.