Embassy of France Soiree: An Evening in Paris with French Food, Wine, Music

Schedule

Sat Jun 03 2023 at 07:00 pm to 11:00 pm

Location

Embassy of France in the United States | Washington, DC

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Join us on your own or with friends for an unforgettable night of French food, wine, and music.
About this Event

We cordially request the pleasure of your company at the Embassy of France for a delightful evening of French music, wine, and culture presented in partnership with the French American Chamber of Commerce. You are welcome to attend the event on your own or with friends to network with fellow Francophiles, French VIPs, diplomats, professionals and business people in the wonderful Maison Francaise at the French Embassy.

Join us to spend an evening in the City of Light and celebrate everything Paris without leaving DC!

  • The Majesty of the Champs-Élysées
  • The Allure of the Eiffel Tower
  • The Royalty of Versailles

From the elegance of classical French culture to the most celebrated Parisian nightlife of the 21st Century, experience a special evening of fantastic French food, wine, music, and Parisian ambiance in the beautiful and festive Maison Francaise at the French embassy.

On the Menu (Food selections subject to change):

  • Delicious French food
  • Hors-d'oeuvres and buffets prepared by Chef Daniel Labonne, Executive Chef of the French and German Embassies
  • Ham by Jambon de Bayonne, with live demo
  • Crepes
  • Desserts by Fresh Baguette

Live Music All Night (Cultural program/entertainment subvject to change)!

  • Jennifer Bergamot-Rose plays classic French songs on the piano
  • Bands playing French songs
  • French DJ to conclude the evening

Open Bar All Night

  • Excellent red, white and rosé wines from Bordeaux, Burgundy, Beaujolais, Loire Valley, Alsace. Rhone, Provence, etc.
  • Champagne and bubblies from France
  • European Beers

Entertainment All Night (Subject to change)

  • A Classic Citroen 2CV will be inside the embassy
  • French photo backgrounds for great-looking selfies
  • Contemporary Art by African Art Beats

5 Types of Tickets

Versailles VIP Reception: walk the red carpet at 7pm, and stay until the end of the event. Enjoy a glass of Champagne when you arrive, special hors-d'oeuvres prepared by the French Embassy's Executive Chef Daniel Labonne, high-end wines from France, and live French songs and music. No guaranted seating.

Eiffel Tower Tickets: Enter at 8pm. Open bar, food, music and entertainment.

Champs Elysées Table Service for Singles: From 7:00pm to 11:00pm (includes VIP Reception). You will seat at a reserved table in a ropped-off prime area, with up to 3 others guests. Unlimited Champagne, wine and personal service during the entire event. Very limited number of tables. Please reserve early. An opportunity to make new friends and maybe plan a trip together to Paris?

Champs Elysées Table Service for Couples: From 7:00pm to 11:00pm (includes VIP Reception). You will seat at a reserved table for just you two, in a roped-off prime area, with unlimited Champagne, wine and personal service during the entire event. Very limited number of tables so reserve early.

Champs Elysées Table Service for up to 4. From 7:00pm to 11:00pm (includes VIP Reception). You will seat at a reserved table for you and up to 3 of your friends, in a roped-off prime area, with unlimited Champagne, wine and personal service during the entire event. Very limited number of tables so reserve early.

Fantastic Raffle Prizes

Grand Prize: a pair of RT tickets to Paris, courtesy of Delta Air Lines and Air France

Champagne Magnums

Bottles of French wine

Gift Certificates

A pair of tickets to an upcoming DC United game

A pair of tickets to an upcoming Old Glory DC rugby game

Optional Take Home Wine Packages:

Packages will be available for pickup when you leave the event.

Paris je t'aime Package:

1 bottle of Beaujolais Nouveau

1 bottle of Chateau Bordeaux La Grande Metairie (Bordeaux - Red Wine)

1 bottle of Saumur Grande Reserve (Chenin Blanc - Dry White Wine)

An assortment of French products from France: Confiture Bonne Maman, Cookies Lu, La Mere Poulard, etc*

Paris je t'adore Package:

Everything in France je t'aime package plus:

1 bottle of real Champagne from Champagne (Champagne Pierre Mignon, the preferred Champagne of the French Foreign Ministry)

Paris nous t'adorons - Package For 2

Everything in France je t'adore package, except double! Share the Love of France!

* we reserve the right to substitute based on availability

Additional Info:

This is a fundraiser: please help the FACC continue to organize great events.

It is also an excellent opportunity to stock up on excellent wine and food.

For security reasons, there will be no parking inside the Embassy. Public parking is available on Reservoir Rd and across the street at Georgetown University Hospital's parking garage.

This is an adult-only event. No one under 21 allowed.

Dress Code: Cocktail attire. French accents (bleu, blanc, rouge) welcome.

No refunds.


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Where is it happening?

Embassy of France in the United States, 4101 Reservoir Road Northwest, Washington, United States

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Tickets

USD 95.00 to USD 895.00

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