For one night, we’re traveling to the French countryside for a Christmas celebration steeped in culinary tradition.
In France, Christmas is a time for gathering around the table, where cherished recipes, exceptional wines, and generations of tradition come together in celebration.
From the vineyards of Burgundy to the villages of Alsace, the French countryside embraces the season with extraordinary food, warm hospitality, and the simple pleasure of lingering over a beautiful meal.
This December, Traveler’s Table invites you to experience Noël à la Campagne | A French Country Christmas, an intimate five-course dinner celebrating the rich culinary heritage of France.
Joining us for the evening is Rob Rapp of Cutting Edge Selections, our wine distributor and special guest, who will guide us through a thoughtfully curated selection of French wines. Rob will share the stories behind the wines, their regions of origin, and the traditions that make French wine an essential part of the holiday table.
The evening begins with Champagne-gratinated oysters, followed by delicate duck foie gras with figs. From there, we travel to Burgundy for traditional Coq au Vin before enjoying venison prepared with the classic French sauce Grand Veneur. We conclude with Bûche de Noël, the beloved chocolate and chestnut Yule log that has graced French Christmas tables for generations.
Each course will be accompanied by a carefully selected French wine or cocktail, bringing the flavors and traditions of France’s celebrated regions to life.
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Huîtres Gratinées au Champagne
Oysters gratinated with Champagne, shallots, butter, and fine breadcrumbs
French 75
Gin, fresh lemon juice, sugar, and Champagne
Foie Gras de Canard Mi-Cuit, Chutney de Figues
Duck foie gras terrine with fig chutney and toasted pain de campagne
Francois Pinon Vouvray Brut
Sparkling Chenin Blanc from France’s Loire Valley; crisp, elegant, and refreshing
Coq au Vin de Bourgogne
Chicken braised in Burgundy red wine with mushrooms, pearl onions, and lardons
Beaujolais
Light-bodied red from Burgundy’s southern neighbor, with bright red fruit and gentle tannins
Chevreuil Grand Veneur
Venison with traditional sauce Grand Veneur, braised red cabbage, and pommes duchesse
Bordeaux
Structured French red with dark fruit, savory complexity, and balanced tannins
Bûche de Noël Traditionnelle
Traditional chocolate and chestnut Yule log with chocolate buttercream
Champagne
Elegant French sparkling wine with fine bubbles, bright acidity, and notes of citrus and brioche
Price to be announced (+ tax & gratuity)
Seating is limited. Advance reservations required.
Join us for an evening of French Christmas traditions, remarkable food and wine, and the warmth of the holiday season.
One table. A world of flavors.
Featured Massaya wines will be available for purchase following the dinner.