Celebrate Bastille Day-La Fête Nationale Française

Celebrate Bastille Day “La Fete Nationale Francaise” Grand Soirée for an evening that promises to be packed with fun and merriment. Kick off the celebration by cheering on the L’Auberge Chez François’ Wait Staff competing in their very own exciting Annual Bastille Day Waiters Race (inspired by the famous footrace in Paris) around the gardens and grounds. Come early and enjoy a glass of Charles de Fère Réserve Blanc de Blancs Méthode Traditionnelle while cheering on your favorite server, as they race with trays filled with glasses and champagne bottles in a pre-selected route for the coveted Bastille Day Trophy and prizes, and, of course, serious bragging rights. Special guest Napoléon “Neil Ruane”, Export Manager for Boisset, (in full costume as Napoleon tonight), will kick off the race with the ancient art of sabering, along with Chef Jacques, Napoleon’s side kick and the popular DJ Prince as the MC for this exciting and challenging race. In honor of La Fête, you will head to the lovely terrace (weather permitting) and sip and toast the homeland’s independence and enjoy passed French canapés. Retreat to the lovely Garden Room, and continue the lively celebration with a Five-Course Bastille Day Menu de Degustation created by Chef Jacques that will feature produce harvested directly from on-site gardens. The award winning Lynn Veronneau Trio will enhance this great French fête this evening with favorite French chansons and original arrangements. Joining will be violinist Dave Kline. Tickets are $165 per person. 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. For more information or to purchase tickets, please click here.