Sure, you’ll be home for Christmas. But what are you doing New Year’s Eve?
Head up to Fairbanks, where Princess is putting on a lovely New Year’s Eve soiree at the Princess Lodge, on the frozen banks of the Chena River. In fact, right now it’s (b-r-r-r-r) -28F in Fairbanks. Yup. Chilly.
Fear not–it’s warm inside, although I got “icy reception” on the phone last time I visited in the winter (right). HA!
Here’s some detail on the big soiree, available for $249 per couple (that includes overnight accommodations at the lodge):
Appetizer: Crab and Celery Remoulade. Alaskan King Crab blended with capers, creme fresh, celery served with puffed pastry chips.
Wine: Sterling Sauvignon Blanc
Salad: Organic Baby Greens, Radicchio, Walnuts and Gruyere with a Dijon Vinaigrette (yum!).
Wine: Sterling Pinot Noir (ah, a nice Pinot!)
Main Courses (WHOA! Surf-n-Turf!):
a. Alaskan Scallops and Leek confit laced with a Saffron Lemon Cream served over light puff pastry accompanied with roasted carrots, parsnip and potato coins.
Wine
: Sterling Chardonnay
b. Roasted New York Strip Roast topped with a Madeira Sauce served with Butternut Squash puree and Pommes Gaufrettes.
Wine: Sterling Cabernet Sauvignon.
Dessert: Chantilly Swans with Vanilla Cream and Chocolate Mocha Sauce
Served with Baileys Irish Creme
Big Finish: Moet White Star Champagne toast at Midnight. ching-ching!!
CLICK HERE to book now.
Questions? Call the lodge directly: 907-455-4477
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