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Share our French Passions - Belle Époque Newsletter

June 2009

Bastille Day

Experience some genuine French flamboyant flair as we celebrate Bastille Day, the French national holiday.

Enjoy our scrumptious three course set dinner on Tuesday 14 and Wednesday 15 of July. Savour our famous Belle Époque Salad with warm goat's cheese and smoked duck breast, or soak up some Bouillabaisse with our house-made baguette. Our French Chef Sebastien Labbé welcomes you to indulge in his mouth watering menu.

Dine to the beat of "Paris Dreaming" a classical guitar and accordion duo and be dazzled by our Can Can Girls who will wow diners on both nights.
There will be a raffle for the Mater Foundation's Little Miracles charity. Prizes include gourmet hampers, French lessons, luxurious mini-breaks and lots more splendid surprises.

It's all about love, life, food and friends this winter....

Date: Tuesday 14 July and Wednesday 15 July
Time: 6:30pm or 8:30pm
Price: $85 (3 course set menu) $20 (Mater Foundation raffle ticket)
Reservation: info@belleepoque

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Aperitif Hour

You are invited to come and share our passion for love, life, food and friends at our next Aperitif hour. On Friday 26 June from 5.00pm to 7.00pm, join us for $6 French beers and cocktail specials.

Relax after a busy week and catch up with a friend for a drink then reserve your table at our bistro and be introduced to an extraordinary range of flavours and textures synonymous with French and French cuisine.

To reserve your table please phone 3852 1500 or email info@belleepoque.com.au

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Belle Champagne..calling all lovers of French champagne

We would like to introduce you to the new Belle Époque First Tuesday Champagne Club. Run in conjunction with Bernadette O'Shea (Brisbane's resident Champagne Consultant), the night provides you with an opportunity to try a selection of beautiful champagnes.

On Tuesday 7 July between 5:30pm and 7:30pm, we will be featuring four vintage Pol Roger Champagnes.

1999 Brut Vintage
1999 Brut Vintage Rosé
1998 Brut Chardonnay Blanc de Blancs
1998 Sir Winston Churchill Cuvée

Luke from Negociants (Fine Wine Shippers Since 1984) will be the presenter for the evening and will be able to answer any questions you may have about these delectable champagnes. RSVPs are recommended, to secure your spot please email tess@belleepoque.com.au

Experience it, savour it, reminisce ... life is for love, life, food & friends

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French influence Champagne Brunch

Whether you are meeting a friend before the races, organising a ladies' catch up or for no reason at all, enjoy a Belle Époque champagne brunch. With a glass of Moët et Chandon Rosé along with a selection of canapés, a Gourmet Chocolate Tart and Macaron Selection, our champagne brunch package is perfect for all occasions.

For more details contact our Functions and Events Co-ordinator Tess Carmody on 3852 1500 or tess@belleepoque.com.au

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Recipe from head chef - Sebastien Labbé

Each newsletter we will be featuring a recipe from head chef, Sebastien Labbé.

Soupe à L'oignon Gratiné
Traditional French Onion Soup

Serves 4

Ingredients:
Brown onions 12
White chicken stock 2L
Madeira 2 glasses
Rounds of toasted baguette 8
Grated Gruyere cheese 100g
Duck fat 30g
Salt & pepper

Method:
1. Slice onions thinly and then slowly sauté in the duck fat until they are soft and deep brown. This may take up to 30 minutes.
2. Add the Madeira and reduce by a third.
3. Add the white chicken stock.
4. Allow to cook for 20 minutes (the onions must be meltingly tender and the soup must be a nice brown color)
5. Season.
6. To serve, divide the soup into four bowls, cover with baguette toasts and grated cheese.
7. To finish, place under the grill to gratinate the dish.
8. Serve immediately.

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Tour de France

Will Lance Armstrong make a comeback and win his 8th Tour de France? Join us for breakfast specials and race highlights each morning from Sunday 5 to Sunday 26 July.

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Flamboyant new website

Bringing together our passion for love, life, food & friends is the new Belle Époque website.

The website provides information on our stunning bistro, exquisite bar, Parisian-style sidewalk cafe and authentic French style Patisserie. The website also features details of our various function packages and upcoming events at Belle Époque.

Discover the beautiful era that is Belle Époque at www.belleepoque.com.au

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