Summary
Rory McIlroy plans to host a special dinner with a menu that includes some of his favorite dishes, such as elk appetizers and a traditional dish from his childhood, before defending his Masters title. The dinner is a traditional event for past champions at the Masters golf tournament. McIlroy's menu choices reflect personal memories and tastes, including dishes inspired by his family's cooking and restaurants he enjoys.
Key Facts
- Rory McIlroy will host the traditional champion's dinner at the Masters in August.
- His menu includes appetisers like dates stuffed with goat cheese and bacon and elk sliders.
- The main course options are wagyu filet mignon or seared salmon, with Irish champ as a side dish.
- McIlroy selected sticky toffee pudding for dessert.
- Two wines are chosen: a 2022 Domaine Leflaive Batard Montrachet and a 1990 Chateau Lafite Rothschild.
- The dinner celebrates McIlroy's 2025 Masters victory, completing his career Grand Slam.
- McIlroy expressed excitement about the perks of being a Masters champion.