For more than 200 years the French have been celebrating the storming of the Bastille. Guests are invited to celebrate this national holiday on July 14 at Vancouver’s very own two corners of France, Bistro Pastis in Kitsilano and Le Parisien in the West End. Bastille Day is a time for sharing good food and wine with friends and neighbours. Both restaurants have planned festive menus so guests can relax and enjoy with loved ones.
In addition to great food, Bistro Pastis presents Vancouver’s very own chansonnier, Josh Minsky. Guests may find themselves singing along with Josh in a rousing rendition of La Marseillaise.
Bistro Pastis Menu: Fête de la Bastille on July 14th.
Three-course dinner $48, optional wine-pairing available.
Asperges Verte, Sauce Hollandaise
Bacon Wrapped Green Asparagus, Hollandaise Sauce
Saint Martin de la Guarrigue Languedoc
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Tarte au Poireaux et Roquefort
Leek and Roquefort Tart, Frisée Salad
Domaine de Grachies Côtes de Gascogne
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Vichyssoise aux Petit Pois
Cold Green Pea Vichyssoise
Vouvray Gaudrelle, Loire Valley
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Confit de Canard aux Pruneaux
Braised Duck Confit, Pomme Sarladaise, Haricot Vert, Prune Sauce
Pinot Noir Latour
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Steak Sauce Diable, Gratin Dauphinois
Grilled New York Steak, Potato Gratin, Tian of Vegetable Provençale, Sauce Diable
Syrah, Grenache Bila-Haut, Chapoutier Côtes du Roussillon
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Thon à la Provençale
Albacore Tuna, Fingerling Potatoes, Tomato, Red Pepper, and Garlic Râgout
Rosé de Provence
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Tarte Tatin, Glace au Caramel
Tart Tatin, Caramel Ice Cream
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Poire Belle Hélène
Poached Pear, Vanilla Ice Cream, Chocolate Sauce
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Baba Au Rhum
Rhum Baba, Fresh Berries, Whipped Cream
Bistro Pastis Bastille Day Details:
Date: July 14
Reserve: Reservations are highly recommended between 5PM and 10PM, and can be made in advance by calling 604 731 5020 or by booking online at opentable.com/bistro-pastis
Menu: Three-Course Dinner Menu available between 5PM and 10PM
Price: $48 (tax and gratuity are additional)
Location: Bistro Pastis, 2153 W4th Ave., Vancouver, B.C.
Le Parisien Features: Vive Le Juillet 14
Bastille Day dinner features in addition to the regular menu.
La Salade De Cailles Grillés, $12
Grilled Quail, Roasted Beetroot, Arugula, Quail Jus
Terrine Campagnarde, $10
Pork, Mushrooms and Carrots Terrine Wrapped in Prociutto, Pickled Vegetable, Crostinis
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Coquilles St Jacques a La Provencale, $27
Seared Scallops with a hint of Curry, Ratatouille, Potato Fondant, Beurre Blanc
Lapin a La Moutarde, $30
Roasted Rabbit Loin Stuffed With Mushrooms Duxelle, Confit Leg Croquettes, Brussels Sprout Leaves, Spiced Carrots Puree, Pommery Mustard jus
L’Epaule D’Agneau, $25
Braised Lamb Shoulder, Pomme Anna, Asparagus, Tarragon Jus
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Clafoutis aux Cerises, $8
Fresh Cherry Clafoutis, Vanilla Ice Cream, Balsamic and Cherry Coulis
Duo de Mousses au Chocolat, $8
Dark and White Chocolate Mousse, Caramelized Almonds, Macerated Strawberries
Le Parisien Bastille Day Details:
Date: July 14, 2013
Reserve: Reservations are highly recommended between 5PM and 10PM, and can be made in advance by calling 604 687 1418 or by booking online at opentable.com/le-parisien-vancouver
Features: Bastille Day menu features are available between 5PM and 10PM in addition to the regular menu.
Location: Le Parisien – 751 Denman St., Vancouver, B.C.,
About Bistro Pastis:
Bistro Pastis is as close as you can get to Paris without a plane ticket. The menu features classic bistro fare (Coq au Vin, Bouillabaisse or Steak Frites for instance) served with a contemporary touch along with one of the finest by-the-glass wine lists in Vancouver. Add streams of natural light through the café windows to the warmth of a crackling fireplace in an intimate room, presided over by a genuine French Maitre d’, and you have all the ingredients for a memorable meal. If you’re in a hurry or just meeting a friend for a drink, Bistro Pastis also offers prime people-watching seats along its traditional front-room bar. Bistro Pastis is located in the heart of the vibrant West 4th shopping district.
A: 2153 W4th Ave. Vancouver, B.C., V6K 1N7 W: www.bistropastis.com
P: 604-731-5020
About Le Parisien: Experience the flavours of Paris’ Left Bank in Vancouver’s West End at Le Parisien. A true bistro at heart: The menu reflects classic and inspired quality French fare at modest prices. Inspired small plates and hearty mains with an emphasis on simplicity offer flavour and value. Open for lunch, dinner and weekend brunch, Le Parisien is located on Denman St. between Stanley Park and English Bay. Guests will enjoy a modern take on the classics with a West End vibe.
A: 751 Denman St. Vancouver, B.C., V6G 2L6 W: www.leparisien.ca
P: 604 687 1418
