You're Invited: A Bastille Chic Fahsion Event

Join Planete Chic as they celebrate Bastille Day a few days early. Join the crowd at Darlington house, for an evening of dancing, fashion and specialty libations to celebrate the holiday.

We're particularly excited for the "Vivons Vert" Fall / Holiday '09 trunk show from eco-designer Christine Marchuska, whose ultra comfy tees have been a longtime Deacon fave.

The first 100 ladies will also receive a complimentary gift bag.

RSVP to info@planetechic.com by 6 pm July 11th to be guaranteed admittance.

Say Yum: Get your Beaujolais on at Bastille

Out with the old, in with the Beaujolais Noveau. Tonight, the latest batch of Beaujolais Noveau will again debut, and what better place to enjoy the beverage than at a native French establishment?

Thursday, November 20^th through Sunday, November 23rd, Chefs Christophe and Michelle Poteaux feature this year’s grapy libation.

Pair the lush red with dishes like Moules a la crème with rouille crostini ($9/$18) or ‘magret and confit de canard—‘ pan-roasted moullard breast and confit leg with cognac-pruneau sauce; Canelini bean cassoulet, sautéed Brussels sprouts ($24)

If you're really searching for a splurge, there's even a six-course ‘Christophe and Michelle’ tasting menu priced at $59 (plus $35 with wine pairings) or the ‘Gourmand’ Tasting, a four-course tasting, priced at $45 (plus $25 with wine pairings).

Deets on other offerings coming soon!

Bastille, 1201 N. Royal Street in Old Town. 703-519-3776.