Cigar & Cognac Dinner At Bomboa

WHAT: Wednesday, September 18th, 2002 come join former Boston Red Sox player Luis Tiant and supplier Pierre Ferrand as they mix and match cigars and cognac at a special dinner hosted by Bomboa restaurant in Boston’s Back Bay area. The four-course dinner begins at 7:00 p.m. and will include only that one seating for the entire evening. Executive Chef and Co-owner of Bomboa, Felino Samson will prepare a three course “steakhouse style” meal, the fourth course consisting of a final cognac from Pierre Ferrand and cigars from El Tiante’s cigar line. The dinner will sell for $75 a head, for reservations please call 617.236.6363.

WHO: Bomboa’s menu captures both the unique flavors and culinary stylings of South America and France to create a cuisine that is at once familiar and exotic. Using plenty of French and Latin ingredients, combinations, and traditions while maintaining a classic French technique, Bomboa succeeds at churning out an eclectic menu that appeals to all the senses. The experience of Bomboa gives the diner a night of amazing, unique cuisine, fantastic and friendly service, and an atmosphere that evokes energy, movement, and celebration. Bomboa’s value reflects their commitment to delivering a first class dining experience, without the first class bill. In 2001, Bomboa has been recognized as one of five notable Nuevo Latino Restaurants in the Country by Bon Appetit, Top 10 New Chefs in the Country by Food & Wine Magazine, the “Place to be Seen” by People Magazine, and given the Award of Excellence by Wine Spectator.

Former Red Sox player Luis Clemente Tiant brought el Tiante Signature Cigars to life. Born in Havana, Cuba, Luis was always noted for having a cigar on hand, from the dugout to the locker room. El Tiante cigars offer a variety of different sizes and flavors, utilizing Nicaraguan tobacco, binders and wrappers to complete its excellent quality. Cigars range from Churchills to Coronas and inhibit nutty, spicy flavors and a medium to full body smoke. For more information on Luis Tiant and El Tiante Cigars go to www.eltiante.com.

The cognacs of Pierre Ferrand range from 10 to 70 years in age. Each label has its own distinctive aroma and flavor, each its own characteristics. Cognacs range from Ambre (average age 10 years) to Ancestrale (average age 70 years with a Reserve, Selection des Anges and Abel in between. Ferrand cognac is aged exclusively in 350-liter “Limousin” oak casks and moved from new barrels to older casks as it mellows with age. For more information on Pierre Ferrand Cognacs go to www.le-cognac.com.

WHERE: Bomboa
35 Stanhope Street
Back Bay
Boston, Massachusetts
617.236.6363

WHEN: Wednesday, September 18, 2002
7:00 pm

QUESTIONS: Rebecca White
617.350.7415