White House Hosts Kenya State Dinner with Brad Paisley and Howard Gospel Choir

Event celebrates 60 years of US-Kenya partnership and features a summer-inspired menu under a glass pavilion.

Kenyan President William Ruto and First Lady Rachel Ruto are honored at the White House.
Brad Paisley and the Howard Gospel Choir were chosen to perform, reflecting the Rutos' musical tastes.
The dinner menu includes chilled tomato soup, butter-poached lobster, and marinated short ribs.
Dessert features white chocolate baskets with nectarine paste, banana ganache, and fresh fruits.
This is the sixth state dinner of the Biden administration, emphasizing US-Kenya diplomatic ties.