The final list is ultimately decided by the president and the first lady , said Anita McBride , who was chief of staff for first lady Laura Bush . NEW : Obama toasts India prime minister , urges greater cooperation between two countries . Tuesday 's event is the first state dinner of Obama administration . Comment: Menu includes greens from White House garden , honey from White House bees .
NEW : Obama toasts India prime minister , urges greater cooperation between two countries . Tuesday 's event is the first state dinner of Obama administration . Comment: Menu includes greens from White House garden , honey from White House bees .