Sumptuous Swedish Supper and Cooking Demo with Mikko, former Chef at the Finnish Embassy
Back by Popular Demand!
Chef Mikko has prepared his Nordic cuisine for ambassadors, politicians and royalty throughout the world---now, his innovative and highly celebrated dishes will be explained, demonstrated, and enjoyed by Harvard alumni.
Chef Mikko's passion for cooking began at a young age and continued to grow as he worked in his family’s renowned restaurant, Cassi in Stockholm. He mastered his craft during his time at the prestigious Helsinki Culinary School. Right after school, Chef Mikko worked for the Finnish Ambassador to Lithuania, and later, at La Belvedere—a Michelin-rated restaurant in Annecy, France. After leaving Europe, Chef Mikko spent 15 years as the Executive Chef for the Finnish Ambassador to the United States. During his time in D.C., Chef Mikko has cooked for a diverse audience of politicians, diplomats, and more. His dishes have received numerous national and international awards of excellence and he is often applauded for his mastery of modern Nordic cuisine.
Schedule
6:30 pm Meet and greet - Welcome drink and Nordic Canapés
7:00 pm Demo by Chef Mikko
7:30 pm Dinner
8:30 pm End of event
Menu
Swedish sandwich cake (fish)
Lamb stew with dill sauce, vegetables, small boiled potatoes
Salad
(also small taster of janssons temptation)
Princess cake
Registration
$50 for Harvard Club members and their guests
$60 for non-members.
Ticket includes welcome drink, canapes, dinner, and gratuity. Additional drinks will be at the expense of the participant.