This event takes place at CSI Spadina, 192 Spadina Ave., Suite 501
“…certainly one of the most delicious beef dishes concocted by man.”
Julia Child, on Boeuf Bourguignon
French cooking lies deep at the heart of continental cuisine; much of the heritage of fine European cooking can find its roots in the traditional ingredients of the French countryside: beef, aromatic vegetables, herbs, butter and wine. Join Chef Dali Chehimi for an elegant dinner of classic French dishes that evoke the timeless sophistication of the Parisian bistro.
And what better way to connect with the soul of Paris than through chanson, the beautiful, nostalgic songs of Edith Piaf and other icons of the cafés-concerts and cabarets of Montmartre. Tonight we have the special privilege of welcoming Corry Ouelette and her band, The Lounge Academy, to provide a quintessential Parisian soundtrack for the evening.
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Selection of French Hors D’Oeuvres
Salmon tartare, paté de campagne, and creamy Brie served with toasted baguette.
Boeuf Bourguignon
One of the true classics of French cuisine, this refined stew from Burgundy features large pieces of tender beef braised in that region’s famous red wine, along with mushrooms, carrots and small pearl onions; served with boiled new potatoes. (Vegetarian Mushroom Bourguignon available).
Salade Verte
A simple salad of tender butter lettuce with a classic French wine vinegar vinaigrette.
Gateau Basque
This simple yet refined cake from the region along the Spanish frontier features a crunchy, almond-flour pastry crust with a rich crème pâtissière cream filling; served with a strawberry coulis.
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$89 +HST
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A veteran Toronto restaurateur, Dali Chehimi’s storied career has seen him working alongside luminary chefs like Greg Couillard at iconic restaurants such as Sassafraz, Sarkis and Avec, as well as running Casbah, an innovative pop-up food stall specializing in Tunisian fare. @dalichehimi
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Corry Ouellette is a versatile Toronto-based jazz musician, and long-time Depanneer, who sings and plays trumpet with Tak Arikushi on guitar and Rachel Melas on bass as The Lounge Academy, as well as performing with The Sonny Balcones, The Sandy Pockets, The Julee Cruise Ships and others. @the_lounge_academy
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The Depanneur is a place where Interesting Food Things Happen. For more than a decade The Dep has been showcasing Toronto’s remarkable culinary diversity through thousands of unique food events as well as the forthcoming Depanneur Cookbook, featuring 100 recipes from 100 cooks. After more than 10 years at its iconic College Street location, The Dep is now bringing all new Interesting Food Things to exciting venues all across the GTA. @thedepanneur
