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Screen Shot 2016-01-13 at 12.31.33Smoked salmon, Scottish beef and shortbread are all on the menu for a special North East night showcasing food from across the border.

On Friday January 22, the Stadium of Light, Sunderland, will play host to a traditional Burns Night supper paying tribute to Scotland’s national bard, Robert Burns. 

As well as entertainment from pipers and dancers guests at the event, hosted by 1879 Events Management, will also enjoy a five course supper, featuring some of the finest foods from across Scotland.

This includes smoked salmon and potato pancakes, haggis, neeps and tatties, medallion of Scottish beef, raspberry and Drambuie crème fraiche tart and an additional dessert of shortbread, tablet and Edinburgh rock. 

Each dish will be paired with a different wine from around the world, specifically chosen to complement its flavours.

Steve Welch, Executive Head Chef at 1879 Events Management, which also manages private and corporate events at the Stadium of Light and National Glass Centre said: “Scotland offers some of the finest and most unusual ingredients in the world.  

“What better way to pay homage to the nation’s bard, Robert Burns, than by serving up a selection of the country’s most amazing dishes to the people of the North East.”

Places for the Burns Gourmet Evening at the Stadium of Light are priced at £54.50 per person and can be booked by calling 0871 911 1555 or emailing conf&banq@safc.com

More information and full listings for the other events coming up at the stadium can also be found by visiting www.safc.com

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