Cooking Class – January 31, 2023
On January 31, 2023, Juliana Saitta graciously hosted eight (8) of us for a French cooking class and delicious luncheon at her home in Naples. We were first served a delightful Kir Royal. Then we observed Juliana making Bouchées à la Reine with shrimp and mushrooms … followed by a delicious saladecomposée … we devoured our mouth-watering lunch with crusty baguettes. Thank you so much, Juliana, for your hospitality, your knowledge, and your kindness.
La Causerie – February 25, 2023
Fifty-five members and guests enjoyed a 3-course luncheon at Brio Italian Grille. To commemorate the 100th anniversary of the birth of designer Christian Dior, Francesca Copeland spoke about her first job after graduating from High Fashion Design School as the first U.S. citizen to be hired at the atelier House of Dior in Paris.
Assemblée Générale – April 15, 2023
The Assemblée Générale/Annual Business Meeting was held at Chez Guy Parisian Bistro in North Naples on Saturday, April 15, 2023, preceded by a delicious 2-course lunch. Denyse Jenkins was re-elected President. Kevin McDermott, Gene Jenkins and Juliana Saitta were elected to the Board of Directors.
La Table Française – May 26, 2023
Eighteen members and guests enjoyed the ambiance and delicious cuisine of Chef Anthony and expert service of Hostess Sandie at Café Normandie at the first La Table Française of 2023.
la Célébration de la Fête Nationale (Bastille Day Dinner) – July 8, 2023
On the evening of July 8, 2023, 20 members and guests celebrated “la Fête Nationale” (Bastille Day/French Independence Day) at Café Normandie in Naples, with a delicious 3-course French meal especially prepared by Chef Anthony and Hostess Sandie.
La Table Française – August 12, 2023
Nine members and guests enjoyed the ambiance and delicious cuisine of Chef Guy at Chez Guy Parisian Bistro at our second La Table Française of 2023.
La Table Française – September 26, 2023
On September 26, 2023, thirteen (13) members and guests enjoyed the delicious cuisine of Chef Anthony and ambiance of Hostess Sandie and her serving team at Café Normandie at our third La Table Française of 2023. We welcomed new members Jeremy & Katherine Coquis, Theresa Roy, Sally Sanders, and Lynda Wallack.
La Table Française – October 21, 2023
On October 21, 2023, Gen. Manager Alain Rabault of The French Brasserie Rustique hosted eleven (11) members and guests at our fourth La Table Française of 2023 to a generous and interesting tasting of French champagnes and wines. In addition, we enjoyed a delicious luncheon, accompanied with lively conversation in French. We welcomed new members Cheryl Cross, Pamela MacLellan, and Mark S. Weber.
Beaujolais Nouveau Wine Tasting – November 18, 2023
The wine choices were excellent. The French tastings were delicious, thanks to Christine Fraser’s copious plating. On November 18, 2023, thirty-five (35) members and guests thoroughly enjoyed bidding on the beautiful gifts for the Raffle Table at our annual Beaujolais Nouveau Wine Tasting & Fund Raiser, which was held in the Calusa Bay Clubhouse in North Naples.
Dîner de Noël (Christmas Dinner) – 9 décembre 2023
Fifteen (15) members and guests celebrated our annual Dîner de Noël at Casa Cotzelli in North Naples, where we savored a delicious three-course meal. After dinner we had the traditional holiday gift exchange.