For those who may not remember from History class, Bastille Day commemorates the day in France in which the working populous stormed the Bastille or Fortress and got ahold of their country’s weapons and munitions in an effort to defend themselves in the midst of their political separation from the Catholic Church party and the French aristocracy. The common and hard-working people of France were essentially fed up with not having a voice, not having a say in what happens in their country, and not being in control of their own lives as French citizens. Thus, there was a brewing revolution amongst the people, which also resulted in the siege of the Bastille and the release of innocent prisoners. After demands were expressed, the French people (with heavy involvement from the women!) had taken back their country, which started what we know today as the French Revolution.
Thus, Bastille Day is celebrated around the world as the day that France essentially became a democratic nation that was governed by the voice of the people of France, so July 14th is a very special day for anyone who truly values the soul and heart of Democracy. Come join the folks at Versailles Bistro on Greenwich Ave as they honor this glorious and memorable day in French history with a menu that is fit for a Francophile!
TUESDAY, JULY 14, 2015
1st Course Choices
La Vichyssoise
Chilled Leek and Potato Soup
Le Cocktail de Crevettes aux Algues Marines
Wild Shrimp Cocktail with Seaweed Salad
Le Pâté de Campagne
The Chef’s Country Pâté, traditional condiments
2nd Course Choices
Organic Salad with Vinaigrette
3rd Course Choices
La Truite Grillée aux Agrumes, macedoine de mangue et concombre
Citrus Grilled Trout, cucumber mango relish
Les Merguez Maison, Ratatouille a la Bohémienne, Aioli d’Harissa
Grilled Spicy Lamb Sausages, Ratatouille and Harissa Aioli
Le Roti de Bœuf Sauce Marchand de Vin
Slow Roasted Angus Beef, red wine, potato gratin dauphinois, local beans
Dessert
L’Isle Flottante, Crème Anglaise
$55 per person (excluding tax and gratuity, dinner only)
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