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Saturday, November 4, 2006
Embassy of France
4101 Reservoir Road, NW
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BUY TICKETS HERE
Regular: $125; $110 FWS Members & AF Members
VIP TICKETS SOLD OUT
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The Washington DC edition of The "Tour de Champagne " will feature more than 20 prestigious brands of Champagne as well as the cuisine of 10+ talented chefs from the Metropolitan DC area. This event hopes to attract as many as 500 local food and wine enthusiasts who will taste the best in Champagne in addition to gourmet food provided by some of Washington's best restaurants.
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The night will end with a bubbly "fin de soirée" reception at a soon-to-be-announced location in thanks to all chefs, Champagne exhibitors, and VIPs. VIp ticket holders will enjoy a private
Tete de Cuvee tasting which
will be a chance to taste some of the best the Champagne Houses have to offer. The Chef will provide a special collection of desserts and sweets for this private room at the hotel, and access will be limited to those with VIP passes.
Saturday, November 4th
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TOUR DE CHAMPAGNE MAIN EVENT |
7pm-10pm
La Maison Française
Embassy of France
4101 Reservoir Road, NW
Washington DC
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Start the evening at the Embassy of France and enjoy Champagnes of over 20 houses ranging from icon brands to a variety of boutique champagnes, while tasting signature dishes of many of Washington, DC's top chefs.
Chef demonstrations, lecture on the history of Champagne silent auction, live music, desserts by the French Pastry School, fabulous raffle of a trip to Paris on Air France and many more... |
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Followed by. the "Fin de Soirée" |
10pm-midnight
Hotel Palomar
2121 P Street NW, Washington DC |
Continuation of the evening at the Hotel Palomar, where a 'Finale on the evening' will take place. All guests may enjoy a complimentary nightcap at the Cognac & Champagne Bar. Private "Tete de Cuvée" tasting & Dessert buffet for VIP tickets holders. Music and atmosphere for an end to an extraordinary evening! |
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Chef Richard Brandenburg
Urbana Restaurant and Wine Bar
Executive Chef, Richard Brandenburg, grew up in Reston, Virginia, and worked at bothRestaurant Nora and Red Sage in thelate '90s before setting out toexplore the culinary scene in bigger markets. He worked attop-ranking restaurants in New York, New Orleans, London and San Francisco... MORE> |
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Chef Michel Richard
Citronelle
Bienvenue a Citronelle, Washington D.C.'s contemporary culinary treasure. Here, celebrated chef Michel Richard will delight you with a rare combination of brilliance and whimsy that will leave you begging for more. Citronelle offers a welcome reprieve from traditional East Coast-style dining... MORE> |
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Executive Chef Vikram Garg
Indebleu
Indebleu invites you to take a culinary journey into a contemporary menu combining French tradition with the exotic richness of India. Executive Chef Vikram Garg's blod menu explores an entirely new territory of the American culinary landscape... MORE> |
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Chef Jean-Claude Cauderlier
Café La Ruche
La Ruche is French for Beehive. And Café La Ruche is aptly named. You'll often find my bistro abuzz with laughter, convivial conversation, and good cheer.Of course, I make sure that's all punctuated with wonderful food... MORE> |
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Executive Chef Charlie Hansji
The Jefferson Hotel Restaurant
Notable for its elegant decor and exquisite cuisine, The Jefferson's 60-seat Zagat Award-winning dining room has long been a favorite of Washington insiders, international celebrities and visiting heads of state... MORE> |
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Chef Denis Soriano
100 King
A native of Lyon France, Chef Soriano has been surrounded by fine cuisine all of his life. Observing his mother and grandmother in the kitchen, Denis learned the artistry of preparing food to not only be wonderful to the taste...MORE> |
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Café 15 at the Sofitel
French Restaurant offering inventive food in a contemporary setting. French breakfast, lunch and dinner are served on the terrace in season... MORE> |
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Lebanese Taverna
The Lebanese Taverna Restaurant in Washington is the largest of our locations and one of the most popular restaurants in Washington. So popular, in fact, that we expanded the dining room by almost a third. ... MORE> |
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The French Pastry School
The French Pastry School offers world-class pastry instruction geared to the aspirations of our students. Our unique commitment to you is continuous attention to the development of your career, from the beginning of your time with us until long after you leave...MORE> |
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Minh's Restaurant
With more than 100 choices on the menu, including the daily specials on a chalkboard, it helps to have a guide here -- and there always is one, be it a waiter or an owner, at this quietly stylish Vietnamese restaurant. ... MORE> |
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Cafe Bonaparte
Located in the heart of historic Georgetown, Café Bonaparte whisks its customers from the hustle and bustle of the nation's capital to the charm and comfort of a sidewalk café in Paris.
Bonaparte complements its beautiful décor with a wide variety of sweet and savory crepes, imported gourmet coffees teas, and a delicious selection of pastries... MORE> |
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Tabaq Bistro
Embracing the flavors of the Mediterranean from Turkey to Morocco, Tabaq's tapas style cuisine offers an exquisite blend of fine taste and elegant presentation. Tabaq features food served in small portions to encourage a sampling of many flavors and ingredients of the Eastern Mediterranean... MORE> |
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Patisserie Poupon
Nestled among the boutiques and salons on Wisconsin Ave., Patisserie Poupon offers treats for anyone nostalgic for the cafes of Paris's Left Bank or just looking to satisfy a sweet craving. The clientele includes young families, local shop owners and students, a diverse group that attests to the fact that Patisserie Poupon has something for every type of craving any time of day.
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Bistrot Lepic
Offering classic, regional and contemporary French cuisine, Bistro Lepic has become a part of Georgetown's culinary landscape. Its secret? Outstanding cuisine and friendly staff. The critics agree. In 1996, Bistrot Lepic was awarded One of the Ten Best Restaurants in the Country by Bon Appetit; Top 40 by Zagat; 100 Best by Washingtonian... MORE> |
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Richard Marble
Tour de Champagne Organizer
Tel. (703) 298-5257 - Email: rmarble@tourdechampagne.com
or: rmarble@embassyevents.com
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