Celebrate Bastille Day in North Texas with a feast for the senses! Local venues are offering a variety of culinary experiences, from mastering the art of French macarons to savoring steak au poivre in velvety cognac cream sauce.
Bastille Day, known as La Fête Nationale in France, is celebrated on July 14 each year. This national holiday commemorates the Storming of the Bastille on July 14, 1789, a pivotal event during the French Revolution. The storming of this medieval fortress and prison symbolized the end of the king's absolute power and the birth of the modern French Republic.
Here are some standout destinations to mark the occasion:
Bastille’s Day Gourmet Menu
When: July 13, 2024 | 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Where: My French Recipe, 3033 W Parker Rd., Suite 203, Plano
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This hands-on class, limited to 14 students, offers personalized guidance from skilled chefs. All recipes will be emailed to participants. Guests will make and enjoy a gourmet menu featuring honey baked brie with herbs, coq au vin, gratin provençale, and a lava cake dessert and are encouraged to bring their own beverages to enhance the experience. Each guest will also receive a complimentary glass of French wine.
Make & Take: French Macarons
When: July 14, 2024 | 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Where: Central Market Cooking School Plano, 320 Coit Road, Plano
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Join a macaron baking class where you'll learn to prepare the batter and buttercream fillings, pipe out delicate French treats, and fill pre-baked shells with seasonal fillings while they bake. By the end of class, you'll master the art of the macaron. Each participant, aged 13 and up (with minors accompanied by an adult), will leave with 12 macarons filled with assorted flavors that they made themselves.
Bastille’s Day - Steak Au Poivre
When: July 14, 2024 | 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Where: My French Recipe, 3033 W Parker Rd., Suite 203, Plano
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Join skilled chefs to craft a mouthwatering menu featuring french onion soup with caramelized onions, melted cheese, and toasted baguette; Steak au Poivre in a velvety cognac cream sauce; roasted vegetables bursting with seasonal flavors; and petites madeleines, soft sponge cakes for a sweet finale. Enjoy a complimentary glass of French wine with each dish, making it a delightful culinary experience.
Ooh La La! Bastille Day Celebration
When: July 13, 2024 | 7:00 to 10:00 p.m.
Where: Sweet Tooth Hotel Inc, 1511 Elm St, Dallas
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Join the Sweet Tooth Hotel for Oh Là Là!, their 2nd annual celebration of Bastille Day. Enjoy an evening of French elegance, art, and music, evoking the ambiance of Paris. The first 25 ticket buyers will receive a free beret from Sweet Tooth Hotel (one per order), and all guests will get a raffle ticket for a chance to win prizes from RISE Souffle, Le Rêve Gelato & Pâtisserie, and Bisous Bisous Pâtisserie.
La Fete de la Bastille
When: July 12, 2024 | 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Where: Kimbell Art Museum, 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd., Fort Worth
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Celebrate Bastille Day on July 12 at the Kimbell Art Museum with an evening of art and culture. Explore the museum after hours, discover French art, and take part in a scavenger hunt through the permanent collection. Enjoy beverages and snacks available for purchase during the event.
Coupes
When: July 13 and 14, 2024 | 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: 4234 Oak Lawn Avenue, Dallas
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Coupes, the chic champagne bar at The Shops of Highland Park, celebrates Bastille Day on July 14 with special prices on wine by the glass and a featured cocktail, complemented by French-inspired decorations like mini flags. On July 13 from 7 to 9 p.m., join them for a Firemen’s Ball (Bals de Pompiers), a tribute to Paris's tradition honoring local firefighters. A portion of the proceeds will support the Dallas Firefighters Pipes and Drums, with DJs spinning contemporary French music and firefighters enjoying a complimentary cocktail while their companions receive free bubbles.
La Parisienne
When: July 14, 2024 | 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: 4234 Oak Lawn Avenue, Dallas
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Transport yourself to France at La Parisienne, the French bistro at The Star in Frisco, this Bastille Day. Indulge in $5 mimosas, and if you wear a French beret,, you'll receive a complimentary dessert. Reservations are recommended for this special celebration.
Toulouse Cafe and Bar
When: July 14, 2024 | All day
Where:
Legacy West, 7301 Windrose Avenue, Suite C150, Plano
3314 Knox Street, Dallas
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Enjoy specially curated chef's specials and unique cocktails in a captivating French-inspired ambiance. Immerse yourself in the authentic joie de vivre of one of Toulouse's premier dining spots.
Cadot Restaurant
When: July 13, 2024 | 5:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Where: 18111 Preston Rd Ste 120 Dallas
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Commemorate the French national holiday with a special menu at Cadot. Join for a cultural journey featuring excellent food, live music, and entertainment, including a dog-friendly patio. Visit their website or OpenTable for reservations.
Rise Souffle
When: July 14, 2024
Where:
2444 Preston Rd. Suite 100, Plano
5360 W Lovers Ln, Suite 220, Dallas
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While all locations will be joining the festivities, only the Dallas location will be serving their special Cherry Clafoutis as a sweet treat.
Mercat Bistro
When: July 8 - 14, 2024 | 5:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Where: 2501 N Harwood St, Suite 225, Dallas
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Mercat Bistro is celebrating Bastille Day with a special prix-fixe menu available until Sunday, July 14 for $55, with an optional wine pairing for $30. On Sunday evening, Mercat will be open for dinner from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m., offering the special menu. Enjoy live music, art inspired by painters along the Seine River in Paris, and its featured cocktail, the French 1789.
Chez Fabian
When: July 14, 2024 | 4:00 to 11:00 p.m.
Where: 316 S. Main St., Grapevine
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Enjoy an evening of fun, food, and live entertainment featuring all-you-can-eat mussels, a delightful crepe station, and classic French martinis. Reserve your table today through the 'Experiences' section on OpenTable.
Even More Places to Celebrate!
Lavendou Bistro Provincial
Where: 19009 Preston Rd, Suite 200, Dallas
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Cafe de France
Where: 17370 Preston Rd, Dallas
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Le Bilboquet
Where: 4514 Travis St, Ste 124, Dallas
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Bistro 31
Where: Highland Park Village, 87 Highland Park Village #200, Dallas
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Bisous Bisous Pâtisserie
Where: 3700 McKinney Ave Ste 150, Dallas
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JOY Macarons
Where:
1927 Greenville Ave, Dallas
908 Watters Creek Blvd, Allen
5254 Marathon Ave, Fort Worth
839 W Davis St, Dallas
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Chelles Macarons
Where:
2979 W. 15th St., Plano
Dallas Farmer’s Market, 920 S Harwood St., #191 Dallas
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Savor Patisserie
Where:
Downtown Square, 119 W. Virginia Street, #101, McKinney
Casa Linda Plaza, 9440 Garland Road, #142, Dallas
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