Croatian Embassy Celebration of Music, Wine, and Cuisine with a Tribute to Nikola Tesla Featuring Special Test Rides in the Tesla Model S
Enjoy a delightful evening at the Embassy of Croatia with special test rides in the Tesla Model S, the world's most technologically sophisticated car incorporating Nikola Tesla's electric motor technology. Also enjoy a dinner buffet of Croatian cuisine and wine.

Event Date

Friday, July 8, 2016 at 7:00 PM

Event Address

Embassy of Croatia
 2343 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington DC 20008

Requested Attire

Business or Cocktail Attire Requested.

Event Description

The International Club of DC and the Embassy of Croatia cordially request the pleasure of your company at the Croatian Embassy for a dinner reception and delightful evening of Croatian culture, music, wine, and cuisine on the occasion of the 160th anniversary of the birth of Croatian-born scientist Nikola Tesla. This is a wonderful opportunity to Discover Beautiful Croatia, "Land of a Thousand Islands," as you meet other guests and enjoy live music performances.

We are pleased to announce that Tesla Motors will be on hand to present attendees with special test rides in the Tesla Model S, the world's most sophisticated car incorporating Nikola Tesla's electric motor technology. Please note that you will be offered test rides in a Tesla Model S with other guests and the vehicles will be driven by Tesla personnel. You may sch                                        edule personal test drives with Tesla at a future time if you would like to drive a Model S yourself. The event will go ahead rain or shine.



Discover the beauty of Croatia: mild climate, crystal clear warm sea, beautiful beaches, virgin nature, all combined with the rich history and cultural heritage of the Croatian people. Your evening features a dinner buffet feast of traditional Croatian delicacies as well as the opportunity to meet Croatians who are ICDC members while you discover a country rich in culture and history.

The embassy staff will be on hand to provide information about the history, future, and tourism. You will also see a movie that offers an overview of the beautiful land, culture, and people that make up Croatia as well as tour the embassy’s rare collection of beautiful paintings and artistic pieces.

Space for this very special event is limited and we expect the event to sell out. Please reserve your tickets now. Kindly note that the event is expected to be very popular and there will be many other guests to enjoy the event with you at the Embassy of Croatia. Subsequently the event is not a seated event and is presented as a stand up reception so you can walk around the embassy, meet other guests, and enjoy the many facets of the event.

:: Dinner Menu (subject to change) ::                               

Traditional Cheese, Spinach, Potato and Meat Pies

Croatian Octopus & Potato Salad

Cevapcici, Ajvar, Homemade Bread
Traditional minced meat mini-sausages with roasted red peppers dip

Croatian Veal Stew with Gnocchi

Duvec
Traditional summer dish of oven-baked meat and vegetable stew

Zagrebacki Odrezak
Zagreb Schnitzel Steak - chicken cutlets stuffed with and cheese & ham and deep fried coated in breadcrumbs

Assorted Cheese and Fruit

Mediterranean Summer Salad with Tomato, Cucumber, Peppers, and Red Shallot

Event Agenda (May change)

7:00 PM *Event Commences
~ Test rides offered in the Tesla Model S
~ Croatian wine served at the open bar
~ Dinner buffet of Croatian cuisine
~ Learn about Croatia and Nikola tesla while interacting with Embassy staff
9:00 PM Event Concludes 

* Due to the large number of guests expected, we will open doors and commence a     dmission starting at 6:30 PM.

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

Please note that parking is limited to street parking in the vicinity of the embassy. The Embassy of Croatia is close to the Du Pont Circle Metro on the Red line.

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.

Event Notes

The inventor, electrical engineer and physicist Nikola Tesla was born on July 10 1856 in the village of Smiljan, Croatia. Best known for his contributions to the design of the modern alternating current (AC) electricity supply system, Tesla’s scientific legacy touches upon many more aspects of modern life and technology. In order to preserve and promote the character and work of Nikola Tesla, a “Memorial Center Nikola Tesla" was opened in Smiljan, Croatia on July 10, 2006.

Tesla Motors was founded in 2003, and in 2012, the company launched Model S, the world’s first premium electric sedan. Built from the ground up to be 100 percent electric, Model S has redefined the very concept of a four-door car.

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