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Narendra Modi's official visit."Tomorrow night, guest will walk across the South Lawn into a pavilion draped in rich greens with
saffron-coloured flowers at every table - the colours of the Indian flag," she says.Also See: Modi in US LiveGuest Chef Nina Curtis closely
worked with First Lady Jill Biden and White House Executive Chef Cris Comerford, and White House Executive Pastry Chef Susie Morrison to
develop the menu for the state dinner.04:46What's cooking? First Lady hosts State Dinner Media PreviewChef Nina Curtis is a culinary artist
based in Sacramento, CA who is celebrated for her exceptional skill and creativity in plant-based cuisine
Chef Curtis' passion for plant-based cuisine spans over two decades of serving in pivotal roles, including Director of Culinary and
Executive Chef positions."The theme, inspiration of state dinner was the India's national bird peacock," White House social secretary Carlos
Elizondo said.Inspired by PM Modi's call to promote millets, First Lady has included millet-based dishes in the State Dinner to be held in
his honour.The first course includes Marinated Millet and Grilled Corn Kernel Salad; Compressed Watermelon and Tangy Avocado Sauce.While the
main course includes Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms and Creamy Saffron-infused Risotto
It also has Sumac-roasted Sea Bass; Lemon-Dill Yogurt Sauce; Crisped Millet Cakes and Summer Squashes.The dessert includes Rose and cardamom
infused strawberry shortcake.03:50PM Modi's power-packed U.S
visit: Yoga, state dinner - a mega eventFollowing the dinner, guests will enjoy musical selections from the following performers: Joshua
Bell, American Violinist and Conductor
Joshua Bell is a GRAMMY Award-winning violinist, soloist, recitalist, chamber musician and conductor, and currently the Music Director of
Martin in the Fields.Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Washington on Wednesday on the second leg of his maiden state visit to the US
during which he will hold bilateral talks with President Joe Biden and address a joint session of the US Congress
PM Modi arrived in Washington from New York where he led a historic event at the UN Headquarters earlier in the day to commemorate the 9th
International Day of Yoga, attended by UN officials, diplomats and prominent personalities
