Christopher’s Celebrate Bastille Week
Shortly after our country’s Independence celebration comes Bastille Day. Bastille Day is the name given to English-speaking countries to celebrate the French National day. Bastille Day takes place on the 14th of July and commemorated the Storming of the Bastille, which took place on July 14th, 1789. This proved as an important event in Paris in a violent revolution that began two days earlier. The Fete de la Federation that celebrated the unity of French people on July 14th, 1970. In celebration, the oldest and largest regular military parade in Europe is held the morning of July 14th on the Champs-Elysees in Paris.The three-course meal is available for $44 per person (not including tax or gratuity). The menu will feature an abundance of flavorful favorites designed to please all diners, regardless of their familiarity with French cuisine.
Highlights of the Bastille Week Menu
First Course Options
Salad of Lardons and Poached Egg with Sherry Vinaigrette
Mousse of Scallops with Lobster Sauce
Gratin of Onion Soup
Torchon of Sweetbreads and Foie Gras with Black Brioche
Second Course Options
Fish of the Day Jus de Viande
Hanger Steak with Shallots and Roasted Garlic
Chicken with Morel Cream
Third Course Options
Pear Tarte Tatin
Floating Islands
Assortment of French Cheeses
Wine pairings care available for $20 per person. All couples who attend the celebration will receive a house-baked baguette to take home.
Bastille Week is a historically popular time at Christopher’s. Make sure to carve out some time to enjoy this unique meal.
Christopher’s and Crush Lounge| 2502 E. Camelback Road| Phoenix| 85016| 602.522.2344
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Editor and Chief Eating Officer of PhoenixBites, 2017 Food Writer of the Year (Arizona Culinary Hall of Fame) Taryn grew up in a small town in Illinois with a doting Grandmother who taught her the way around a kitchen and that food is representative of love. Her current quest is to find the love in local dishes and the chefs behind them. In addition to running all things PhoenixBites, Taryn is also a freelance writer, sharing her insight on the best dishes and where to get them each and every month.
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