A Taste of Slovenia: Embassy Slovenia Dinner Reception and Celebration of Slovenian Art, Culture, Music, Cuisine, and Wine
Delightful Slovenian music concert followed by a delectable dinner feast of Slovenian cuisine & wine. Attend on your own or with friends to discover Slovenia as you meet ICDC members.

Event Date

Thursday, May 7, 2015 at 7:00 PM

Event Address

Embassy of Slovenia
2410 California Street
Washington DC 20008

Requested Attire

Business or cocktail attire requested

Event Description

The International Club of DC, with the cooperation of the Embassy of Slovenia, cordially request the pleasure of your company for an enchanting evening of Slovenian culture, art, music, cuisine, and wine at the Embassy of Slovenia. This is a wonderful opportunity to discover Slovenia through all your senses while meeting other ICDC members!

The evening begins with a short presentation of Slovenia and the Slovenian culture, geography, trade, and tourism. Afterwards you will enjoy a musical performance by one of the best Slovenian musicians, who will explore baroque, pop, rock, latino and folk music. This evening will showcase the contemporary work of young Slovenian authors within the field of illustration, visual arts and design. The pieces are a selection from the Independent Biennial, one of the premiere cultural events in Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia. The event is produced by the Tretaroka organization with support of Slovenian Ministry of Culture and Kino Siska. Then you will be invited to a buffet feast of traditional Slovenian delicacies and with Slovenian wine served at the open bar. The evening will also provide you with the opportunity to meet diplomatic personnel at the embassy and International Club of DC members in attendance.

Please note that space at the Embassy of Slovenia is limited and we expect this event to sell out in advance. Please reserve your tickets soon before we are sold out!

:::: Dinner Buffet of Slovenian Delicacies (menu may change):
MOTOVILJCEVA SOLATA S KROMPIRJEM:
Mashed Salad with Potatoes

SKOLJKE IN RAKI NA BUZARO:
Sate Mussels and Shrimp in Tomato Wine Sauce

PISCANEC Z GOBAMI IN TESTENINAMI V VINSKI OMAKI:
Stewed Chicken with Mushrooms & Tagliatelle, Served in Wine Sauce with Dumplings

KRANJSKA KLOBASA IN DOMACI KRUH:
Carniolian Sausage & Home-made Bread

SVINJINA S KISLIM ZELJEM:
Roasted Pork with Sate Sauer Kraut

Desserts:
KREMSNITA, POTICA IN DOMACI PISKOTI
Bled Cream Cake, Walnut Roll, Cookies

PREKMURSKA GIBANICA:
Prekmurje layer cake with poppy seeds, walnuts, apples, raisins and ricotta fillings

Event Agenda (May change)

7:00 PM Reception commences
7:30 PM Welcome Remarks, concert performance, and dinner reception
9:15 PM Evening concludes

We Are Grateful for Your Support

We greatly appreciate your contribution towards the International Club of DC Inc by making your reservation. Your support makes it possible for us to present diverse cultural events to our members. Kindly note that your contribution is unrelated to the embassy or venue the event is being presented at and all proceeds from the event are used solely by International Club of DC Inc. to cover expenses related to presenting cultural events to our members.

Map/Parking

Closest Metro is Du Pont Circle. Please call (202) 637 7000 for Metro directions.

Please note that the map is enclosed below as a courtesy to you and for your convenience but we do not guarantee the accuracy of the map or the directions provided by Google. It is your responsibly to arrive safely and on time at the address of the event disclosed above.

Parking is limited to street parking in the vicinity of the venue. Kindly note that, as is the case in most major cities, the availability of street parking in Washington DC is limited and beyond our control. Due to the limited availability of parking, we highly recommend a cab, Uber/Lyft or other transportation option. The event start at the designated time so please allow sufficient time for traffic/travel/transportation and parking as these factors are beyond our control.