Signature Event: French Rendezvous

Immerse yourself in a truly French dining experience all whilst helping the local elementary school students of L’ecole La Passerelle at this annual fundraiser dinner.

A night of true French culture, you’ll be taken away to on a culinary tour of France in a warm setting, listening to modern French music, all the while enjoying a four-course delectable meal of traditional French cuisine paired with a taste of BC’s finest wines.

You will get the chance to participate in different fund-raising activities such as our always popular silent auction, live auction and other fun activities aimed at raising funds for extra curricular for the children of L’ecole La Passerelle.

Our chef for the evening:

Neal Harkins is the Executive Chef at The Whistler Conference Centre.  Neal has been the Executive Chef at the Whistler Conference Center since November 1, 2007. Prior to this role Neal has trained in the hotel industry working at The Palace Hotel San Francisco, Sheraton Bahamas, Westin Seattle, Westin Toronto, Fairmont Banff Spring Hotel and The Westin Whistler. Neal’s culinary experience is well diverse in many culinary styles through his travels.

Menu:                                                                                                                  

Amuse bouche:
Seared Scallop on the half shell, Champagne Beurre Blanc      

Volcanic Hills Sparkling Pinot Noir

Appetizer:                                             
Oyster Gratin             

Stags Hollow Albarino                                                                                          

Mise en Bouche:
Classic Steak Tartare                                                                                          

Lakeboat Pinot Noir

Main Course:
Rabbit Cassoulet                                                                                                 

Church & State Syrah

Dessert:
French Lemon Tart, Blueberry Pearls                         

Bench 1775 Late harvest Riesling