“Bonne fête nationale.” Celebrate the French National Day in sophisticated style while enjoying classic French dishes such as duck confit, escargot and raclette paired with fancy French grape.
Angelina at The Dubai Mall
Angelina are celebrating French culture with a mini fête with premium dishes from France. From Traditional Onion Soup made with slow-cooked onions and beef broth topped with toasted croutons and covered with Emmental cheese to Escargot prepared with fresh coriander and finished with fresh black truffles. End the French culinary adventure with sweet french pastries such as Opéra Cake or a Choux pastry Éclair filled with dark chocolate creme.
GO: Call (0)4 442 8814 for reservations and more information.
Bagatelle Dubai at Fairmont Dubai
It’s that time of year when Bagatelle celebrates a Francophile-worthy event with an evening of festivities. In line with the French Night Le Mardi, Bagatelle’s Bastille Day celebrations begin with a menu highlighting the country’s cuisine. Tuck into an array of classic dishes such as the Poulpe Croustillant, with crispy octopus and romesco puree, Foie gras au Torchon with sauternes jelly, chamomile, apricot and brioche, and Vacherin aux Fraises with strawberry sorbet, crisp meringue, vanilla Chantilly and lemon and olive sponge. Bagatelle’s DJ will be spinning tunes à la Francaise all night long and those with French passports will receive a complimentary glass of Champagne. Tuesday, 13 July, from 8pm.
GO: Call (0)4 354 5035 for reservations and more information.
Bistro des Arts at Dubai Marina
Home to Raclette, the Eiffel Tower and Breton stripes, Bistro des Arts is celebrating Bastille Day by inviting guests to enjoy their famous French cheese selection with a bottle of grape. Wednesday 14 July, from 12pm to 11pm. AED 199 per couple.
GO: Call (0)4 551 1576 for reservations and more information.
Brasserie Boulud at Sofitel Dubai The Obelisk
Feel the ultimate freedom of summertime in Paris with Brasserie Boulud, who will celebrate France’s Bastille Day in style. Sofitel Dubai The Obelisk’s signature French venue celebrates Chef Daniel Boulud’s status as one of the world’s leading culinary authorities with L’Aperican. This fusion of the French social tradition of L’Apéro with classic American specialities offers diners French joie de vivre. Wednesday 14 July, from 7pm. AED 145 per person (L’Aperican pre-dinner bites, inclusive of three beverages).
GO: Email reservations@brasserieboulud.ae or call (0)4 281 4020 for reservations and more information.
Carine at Emirates Golf Club
The French-Mediterranean inspired bistro has opened a second summer terrace with breathtaking views of the Dubai Marina skyline for Bastille Day. Diners can choose from Marinated Lamb Cutlets with pita bread and spiced aubergine, Tomahawk Steak served with a classic French Sauce Bordelaise or Grilled Rib Eye with Padron peppers. In addition, on this momentous occasion, guests can enjoy a selection of inspired cocktails alongside a special Mille-Feuille dessert with layers of light, vanilla crème sandwiched between delicate, crisp pastry. Wednesday 14 July, from 12:30pm to 3pm and then again from 7pm.
GO: Email reservations@carine.ae or call (0)4 417 9885 for reservations and more information.
Couqley French Bistro & Bar at JLT
This Bastille Day, Couqley French Bistro & Bar will introduce a limited-edition French dessert to their menu. The Mousse d’Avocat Brownie arrives at the popular French restaurant on the same day as their popular Ooh La La Ladies Night. Hand-crafted by Chef Fadi for the occasion, the dessert features a sweet avocado mousse on top of a rich brownie glazed with vibrant colours of the French Flag. Wednesday, 14 July. AED 41.
GO: Call (0)4 514 9339 for reservations and more information.
L’Apero at Sofitel Dubai Downtown
Sofitel Dubai Downtown celebrates France’s national day with an evening of grape, cheese and live jazz. The French hotel will mark the occasion with a magnifique evening in which guests will be entertained by the musical stylings of a jazz musician while enjoying a platter of the finest French cheese alongside a bottle of red or white grape. Wednesday 14 July, from 6pm to 9pm. AED 179 for two people.
GO: Visit www.sofitel-dubai-downtown.com or call (0)4 503 6666 for reservations and more information.
LPM Restaurant & Bar at DIFC
Designed by the LPM’s Global Bar Manager Tibor Krascsenics, the new ‘recipes for friends’ menu is ideal for celebrating Bastille Day. The new menu infuses beverages with history and the fantastical artwork of Jean Cocteau. Like a novel written during La Belle Époque, the menu comprises four chapters, highlighting a place that Jean Cocteau once called home. In each chapter, three beverages are showcased – each a person or event that marked the artist’s life. While we don’t want to spoil the surprises, the Instagramable Trinity is inspired by Louis Cartier’s iconic ring and features cane, cacao, strawberry, Islay honey water and bitters, presented inside a levitating glass.
GO: Visit https://lpmrestaurants.com for reservations and more information.
Parlour Boutique at Dubai World Trade Centre
Celebrate the French culture at Parlour Boutique this Bastille Day. Dishes on the menu include Le Camembert (AED 72), melted cheese with truffle honey and black currant jam, Le Cordon Bleu (AED 60), a combination of breaded chicken breast, stuffed with Emmental cheese and button mushrooms, Le Croissant Croque Monsieur (AED 55) made from turkey ham, Emmental cheese and bechamel and the Classic French Toast (AED 55) served with custard, forest berries, Chantilly drizzled maple syrup and freshly whipped cream.
GO: Call (0)4 386 5333 for reservations and more information.
Publique at Souk Madinat Jumeriah
Celebrate Bastille Day with a crème de la crème three-course menu offering French favourites including Burgundy snails with parsley and garlic butter, confit duck leg with caramelised apple and whole grain mustard mashed potatoes and crepe Suzette. Wednesday 14 July, from 12pm to 11pm. AED 149 per person.
GO: Email info@publique.ae or call (0)4 430 8550 for reservations and more information.
