A unique experience of fine indulgences at the Black Dog Easy Evenings with Master Blender Richard Paterson
Celebrating 130 years of Black Dog with finest gourmet created by Master Chef Italia Spyros Theodoridis
It was an unforgettable evening of the finest gourmet experience as luxury scotch, Black Dog celebrated its 130 years at ITC Grand Central in Mumbai.The evening witnessed a unique coming together of legendary Master Blender for Black Dog scotch, Richard Paterson and Master Chef Italia Spyros Theodoridis. An exclusive array of delicacies prepared by Master Chef Spyros, was fervently paired with aged and vintage variants of Black Dog. The exquisite taste and the rich wood flavorings of the Black Dog unambiguously perfected the evening with the unique food menu and brought alive the ‘Relax and Unwind’ proposition of the Black Dog Easy Evenings.
According to Richard Paterson, Master Blender for Black Dog and other renowned single malts, “Few scotch whiskies are said to be true indulgences. These few are painstakingly created and extended the luxury of time to create the perfect blend. For every bottle of Black Dog, these are a matter of de rigueur, especially so as it needs to live upto the legacy and perfection of its Scottish founder. 130 years have passed since then. Every sip of Black Dog tastes as smooth as the first true to the definition of liquid gold. The glory of this great blend is today celebrated with cuisine prepared by none other than a master chef himself, a tribute befitting this great occasion.”
The evening set off with Summer Vegetable Salad with Passion Fruit followed by pairing of the Black Dog Gold Reserve with Vegetarian and Non-vegetarian portions of the The Tagliolini with tomato pesto with dried turnip greens and marinated anchovies/ vegetables & Prawns Risotto/Veg Risotto were passionately paired with the Black Dog Reserve 18 Year Old.
The signature dish for the evening, Lamb Chops on creamed potatoes with crispy beets in a sauce of roasted vegetables was paired with the aged luxury Black Dog 21 Year Old Quintessence. Hand crafted to meticulous perfection by the Master Blender; the ISW 2013 Gold award winning Black Dog Quintessence 21 is a harmony of delight orchestrated by a multitude of seductive aromas that immediately arouse the senses. What more, Master Chef Spyros and Master Blender Richard Paterson also used the fine flavor of Black Dog to prepare an English Soup – a traditional Italian dessert to complete gourmet experience.
According to Ashok Capoor, President and Managing Director of United Spirits Limited, “Black Dog has captured the hearts of whisky connoisseurs across the world. We have seen unprecedented growth of the Black Dog franchise especially in the last few years. The introduction of vintage variants of Black Dog, created by third generation master blender, Richard Paterson, scripted Black Dog’s success story. Richard’s presence here today to mark 130 years of this great blend and creating a gourmet Black Dog evening with Masterchef from Italy, is a unique and memorable event for aficionados of luxurious living.”
Black Dog has led the creation of Easy Evenings which allow you to unwind & relax at the best places in the city in India with memorable experiences like these every year.
Over the last 130 years, Black Dog has established a firm place for itself amongst the world’s greatest scotches, winning several international awards for its blend, including the Best in Class Gold by International Wine and Spirit Competition, UK and Monde Selection Gold, Belgium. Master Blender Richard Paterson has personally crafted Black Dog Reserve 18 Year Old and Black Dog Quintessence 21 Year Old, painstakingly selecting aged single malts, grain whiskies and scotches, creating a harmonious symphony and a tribute to its founder.
Speaking on the occasion Mr. Kuldeep Bhartee, General Manager, ITC Grand Central, said “To host an evening with the world’s best ambassador of Scotch and Single Malt Mr. Richard Paterson who is so very talented, knowledgeable and iconic is such a privilege and honor. He’s known to have the unique talent to “nose whisky” and to distinguish each whisky to maintain particular layers of aroma, flavor and depth along with us we will also have the Greek Maestro Chef Spyros, known to have won the title “Master Chef Italia”. It definitely makes me feel very humble and excited simultaneously to be in association of such geniuses of the hospitality/ F&B trade.”
Sharing his thoughts on the occasion Chef Dhaval Ajmera, Executive Chef, ITC Grand Central, said “It’s such an honor to host an evening with Chef Spyros, who is such a wizard of the culinary world. He is so passionate and profound about his food and cuisine, that it has been really delightful to have been associated and worked closely with him for this collaborated dinner. I’ve taken back so much from the time we started working closely together and I will always cherish this moment. I’m sure every guest will go back a pedigreed gourmand.”
