The spectacular 2009 Aperitif a la Francaise event was held at Le Cordon Bleu this past Friday and was indeed the hottest event in Ottawa this spring! If you've missed it, here is a sneak peek of the amazing party and collaboration that showcases the best in French culture, food and wine.
Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Arts Institute also features the 5-diamond Signatures restaurant which we will have to come back for! This was the perfect venue with a beautiful building, rooms and property that was transformed to host this event.
We were the papparazzi photographers that caught some of these famous guests that arrived. Thanks to everyone for working it in front of our cameras! It was so much fun to meet all of you that showed us your style and flair! :)
Getting ready for the show! Behind the scenes with stylist, Alison Hughes of HUSH clothes, and talented make-up artists and hair stylists from Holtz Spa. This room was buzzing with excitement as the models got dolled up for the runway. What an amazing group!
Cointreaupolitan, anyone? These girls kept the drinks flowing all night long! For a delicious drink, check out this recipe.
Guests also received spa-inspired appetizers while pampered with hand treatments from Christine and her team from Holtz Spa.
The culinary treats were exquisite and prepared by the talented chefs at Le Cordon Bleu. Not only were they amazing to eat, but a treat to the eyes too! Of course, we had to capture lots of the food that made this event so fabulous!
The event could not be the same without my favourite modiste and milliner, Madeleine of Chapeux de Madeleine (bottom right photo). I just adore these hats on the girls and each one is so well suited and instantly makes a statement. LOVE it!
In the big tent, the evening entertainment began with a performance by French rapper, Najib Le Noble.
A sneak peek at parisian fashion show featuring some of the beautiful dresses from Boutique Agathe de St. Amour in Gatineau, Quebec. We'll be sharing more images from the fashion show next week, so stay tuned!
Some of the people that helped to make this fabulous event happen!
The French Ambassador to Canada, Mr. Francois Delattre, pictured here with Samantha Moonsammy of Starfish Events, Pamela Balkalian of Le Cordon Bleu, Guy St Cyr of Voyage Guertin, Jean Sebastien Malouin, and Fouzia Dine of the French Embassy.
And of course, what evening would be complete without some deep grooves and dancing.
Sponsors:
Ambassade De France Au Canada
Bacardi Canada
Ogier
Remy Pannier
La Roche Bobois
Kronenbourg 1664
Les Chapeaux De Madeleine
Boutique Agathe De St Amour
Hush Clothes
Holtz Spa
Fleurs signees Joel Marc Frappier
Voyages Guertin
Cointreaupolitan
Special thanks to Samantha and Pamela for asking us to be a part of this celebration! We are honoured to capture this worldwide exploration and sharing of French food culture. It was amazing to see this part of Ottawa come alive for this event, which is what this city needs more of! The Aperitif a la Francaise has infused excitement in Ottawa, and has certainly brought out the potential of what this city is really is about: community, people, art, fine food and definitely a place that loves an excuse for a good party!
A HUGE thanks to Mr Andre Cointreau President and CEO of Cordon Bleu International, Sopexa Canada and the Ministry of Agriculture and Fisherie for making this successful event possible.
Looking forward to next year's event!
Much love,
Mary (& Sam)
We were the papparazzi photographers that caught some of these famous guests that arrived. Thanks to everyone for working it in front of our cameras! It was so much fun to meet all of you that showed us your style and flair! :)
Getting ready for the show! Behind the scenes with stylist, Alison Hughes of HUSH clothes, and talented make-up artists and hair stylists from Holtz Spa. This room was buzzing with excitement as the models got dolled up for the runway. What an amazing group!
Cointreaupolitan, anyone? These girls kept the drinks flowing all night long! For a delicious drink, check out this recipe.
Guests also received spa-inspired appetizers while pampered with hand treatments from Christine and her team from Holtz Spa.
The culinary treats were exquisite and prepared by the talented chefs at Le Cordon Bleu. Not only were they amazing to eat, but a treat to the eyes too! Of course, we had to capture lots of the food that made this event so fabulous!
The event could not be the same without my favourite modiste and milliner, Madeleine of Chapeux de Madeleine (bottom right photo). I just adore these hats on the girls and each one is so well suited and instantly makes a statement. LOVE it!
In the big tent, the evening entertainment began with a performance by French rapper, Najib Le Noble.
A sneak peek at parisian fashion show featuring some of the beautiful dresses from Boutique Agathe de St. Amour in Gatineau, Quebec. We'll be sharing more images from the fashion show next week, so stay tuned!
Some of the people that helped to make this fabulous event happen!
The French Ambassador to Canada, Mr. Francois Delattre, pictured here with Samantha Moonsammy of Starfish Events, Pamela Balkalian of Le Cordon Bleu, Guy St Cyr of Voyage Guertin, Jean Sebastien Malouin, and Fouzia Dine of the French Embassy.
And of course, what evening would be complete without some deep grooves and dancing.
Sponsors:
Ambassade De France Au Canada
Bacardi Canada
Ogier
Remy Pannier
La Roche Bobois
Kronenbourg 1664
Les Chapeaux De Madeleine
Boutique Agathe De St Amour
Hush Clothes
Holtz Spa
Fleurs signees Joel Marc Frappier
Voyages Guertin
Cointreaupolitan
Special thanks to Samantha and Pamela for asking us to be a part of this celebration! We are honoured to capture this worldwide exploration and sharing of French food culture. It was amazing to see this part of Ottawa come alive for this event, which is what this city needs more of! The Aperitif a la Francaise has infused excitement in Ottawa, and has certainly brought out the potential of what this city is really is about: community, people, art, fine food and definitely a place that loves an excuse for a good party!
A HUGE thanks to Mr Andre Cointreau President and CEO of Cordon Bleu International, Sopexa Canada and the Ministry of Agriculture and Fisherie for making this successful event possible.
Looking forward to next year's event!
Much love,
Mary (& Sam)
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It was WONDERFUL to have had both of you be intimately apart of the event on Friday - I LOVED your ENERGY!!! It was a true honor to be in the presence of two very talented individuals who live their passion to the fullest - it shows! All the BEST to you!
Love,
(06.09.09 @ 10:17 AM)Anandi
Thanks, Anandi! You're too sweet! It was a pleasure to meet you too and hope to see you again soon! :)
(06.18.09 @ 08:19 AM)