Dîner Mensuel

Dîner Mensuel is a program designed to allow people to speak French in a casual setting while appreciating French cuisine.

It is also a great occasion to meet other members of the Alliance, practice your speaking skills outside of the classroom and network.

All levels of French are welcomed ranging from no French to fluent. However, most people who attend this event already have some exposure to French whether they are in the French 101 class or in the advanced grammar/conversation.

Each month we will eat at a different French restaurant with a special menu for Alliance Française members or with the option of choosing À La Carte.

Tuesday, January 24th at Atmosphere Restaurant

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Savor the taste of France with our partners at Happy Lifestyles who invite you on an An Eclectic Culinary Journey.

Saturday, October 22nd at AMUSE !

* TICKETS are just $30.00 * Your ticket includes complimentary tastings of hand-selected French wines with gourmet Hors d'oeuvres & a 3-course meal.

Francophonie Friendship Brunch at the St. Regis Hotel

Sunday, March 27 from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. - $40 for adults; $20 for children ages 12 to 16, and FREE for children under 12

St. Regis Hotel in Buckhead, 88 West Paces Ferry Road

A gourmet brunch buffet and live entertainment provided by the Théâtre du Rêve, the only French-language theater company in the U.S. Children are welcome and will enjoy the film Bob & Bobette & Les Diables du Texas from Belgium, a 3D animated feature based on a popular Flemish comic strip set in Texas. Reservations are required. View trailer here.

In Georgia, more than 46,000 students study French, while investments from francophone countries here provide thousands of jobs. Atlanta’s Francophonie Festival is organized by the Atlanta Francophonie Committee, a multi-cultural collaboration between the Consulates of Belgium, Canada, France and Switzerland, the Québec Delegation in Atlanta, the American Association of Teachers of French in Georgia, the Alliance Française of Atlanta, the French American Chamber of Commerce, Atlanta-Accueil, Ecole du Samedi and the Théâtre du Rêve.

In the Americas, French is one of Canada’s two official languages and the main language in Québec. It is also spoken in French Guiana, Louisiana and the Caribbean. In Europe, it is spoken in many countries, such as France, Belgium and Switzerland, as well as in Africa and the Arab world.

Tuesday, February 8th 7 pm

$29 three course meal (tax, drinks and gratuity not included.)

Bistro Niko

3344 Peachtree Road

MENU

First Course

Potage a La Courge (Butter Nut Squash soup, with an Almond Brown Butter)
Croque Monsieur Au Saumon (Butter Grilled Brioche with Smoked Salmon & Fromage Blanc)
Tortellinis De Poulet (Pasta filled with Confit  of Chicken)
Petite Mesclun Salad (Hand Picked Field Greens with a Dijon Vinaigrette)

Second Course

Crevettes En Feuille De Brique (Shrimp Crisp in Thin Pastry, Lemon Aioli, Celeriac Slaw)
Coq Au Vin (Braised Ashley Farms Chicken in Red Wine, Bacon, Mushrooms, Pearl Onions, steamed Potatoes)
Hachis Parmentier De Veau  (Veal Osso Buco "Shephards Pie", Root Vegetables, Celeric-Potato Gratinee, Petite Salad Viniagrette)

Third Course

Baba Rhum (Light Cake Drenched in Rum Syrup, Apricot Sauce, Diplomat Cream)
Creme Brulee A La Gousse De Vanille (Light Vanilla Custard with Hard Caramel Crust)

Wednesday Nov 10 at 7 pm

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La Fourchette
3133 Piedmont Rd, Atlanta, GA 30305

$30 menu below
(+ tax and gratuity)
 

First course
Caesar Salad
Mixed Local and Organic Greens
pommery mustard dressing
Steamed Mussels w/saffron sauce
 
ENTREES
Slow Cooked Salmon
French beans, organic farro, preserved mushroom
vinaigrette 
Bistro Steak Frites
hanger steak, peppercorn sauce 
Chicken a la Romana
prosciutto, sage, spinach, Yukon potatoes,
lemon sauce 
 
DESSERTS
Crème Brulée
House-made Cannolis
espresso mousse

Avril Dîner Mensuel at Amuse!

Wednesday, April 21st at 7 pm

$25 prix fixe, three course meal (tax, drinks and gratuity extra)

1st Course

Vichyssoise with poached shrimp or Salade maison

2nd course

Steak frites or Soupe du poisson or Lamb ragout with pappardelle

3rd Course

Crème caramel or chocolate soufflé with nougat ice cream or sorbet and berries

Amuse Restaurant and Lounge

560 Dutch Valley Road

Atlanta, GA 30324

"Love this place. Imaginative menu, well prepared, great prices! They seem to really care about making it a good experience." (www.opentable.com)

"I can't wait to bring my family and co-workers here! Highly recommended!" (www.yelp.com)

"Everyone here was extremely friendly and welcoming and really, really nice. The service was helpful and quick. I would enthusiastically return." (www.yelp.com)

Mars Dîner Mensuel @ Anis

Wednesday, March 17th at 7 pm

$30 Three Course meal, tax, drinks and gratuity extra

1st course

Soup du jour, Salad Maison, or Calamari

2nd course
Steak Frites, Salmon or Chicken

3rd course
Creme Brulee, Chocolate Cake, or Sorbet

Anis Cafe and Bistro

2974 Grandview Avenue Northeast
Atlanta, GA 30305-3214

"Still one of my favorite places in Atlanta. The charming patio outside frequently has live music. This restaurant is great for francophiles missing a nice glass of wine and well-prepared food."

"A real surprise. We'll be back for sure."

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Février Dîner Mensuel at Café Alsace

Wednesday, February 24th at 7pm at Café Alsace

$25 three course meal tax included, drinks and gratuity extra.

1st Course

Assiette de Fromage

Soupe à l'oignon

2nd Course

Choucroute garni

Spaetzle aux champignons et aux fruits de mer

3rd Course

Crème brulée

Glace maison

Café Alsace

121 East Ponce De Leon

Decatur, Georgia 30030

Holiday Dîner Mensuel @ Giverny

Friday December 18th at 7 pm

Appetizer
A choice of

croquette de chèvre à la tomate
goat cheese & herb croquette, tomato fondue, grilled flat bread
pommes frites
real pommes frites, garlic aioli, malt vinegar
escargots à la bourguignone
marinated escargots baked in traditional garlic & herb butter
soupe du jour
daily chef’s selection

Salad

iceberg and blue cheese salad
iceberg wedge , tomato, crumbled blue cheese, crisp bacon, creamy
house made blue cheese dressing
salade giverny
baby mixed lettuces, tomato, red onion, feta cheese, mustard vinaigrette

Main dish

suprême de poulet fris aux câpres
southern-fried or pan-seared local chicken breast, lemon,
caper & white wine sauce
sautéed rainbow trout grenobloise
fresh rainbow trout, toasted cracked almonds, capers, hazelnut butter
Bistro Steak sauce Fromage
Grill sirloin steak caramelized onions and cheese sauce comes with a side of frites or vegetables
pâtes à la piperade de poivrons
linguini pasta, mushroom, peas, spinach, sweet pepper & tomato
piperade, pecorino cheese add salmon or shrimp or chicken

Dessert
Bûche de Noël

November Dîner Mensuel

Wednesday November 11th, 7 pm

Join AF for an evening of fellowship, food and fun...
"Tout en Français "

$25 for 3 courses (tax and gratuity not included)

La Petite Maison

6510 Roswell Rd. NE
Atlanta, GA 30328

APPETIZERS
French Onion Soup
Salad Verdi  
Mixed greens, tomatoes, mozzarella, parmesan cheese, pesto
Assiette de Poivrons Grillés  
Red bell peppers roasted , extra virgin oil , garlic , herbes de Provence
Beef Carpaccio 
Served with arugula , capers and parmegiano

ENTREES
Filet de Sole ”Chez Nous”
Filet de sole lightly breaded and sautéed , topped with fresh arugula ,
shared parmegiano cheese and a combination of tomatoes, basil ,
garlic and extra virgin oil olive
Chicken ”Façon Milanaise”
Served with pasta tomatoes and fresh basil
Steak Frites ”Parisien”
Pepper crusted Ribeye steak , served with french fries and mixed
green salad
”Gratinée” of four cheese Ravioli  
 
DESSERT
Crème Brulée or Chocolat Mousse or Profiterolles  

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October Dîner Mensuel

Wednesday, October 28th, 2009, 7 pm

Atmosphère Bistro

1620 Piedmont Avenue
Atlanta, Georgia 30324
3 courses for $25 (tax and gratuity not included)

Choice of
Soupe du jour
Daily soup inspiration
Or
Terrine de lapin
Rabbit terrine served with cornichons
Or
Atmosphere salad
Mesclum greens with marinated tomatoes, black olives Nicoises
Reggiano parmesan cheese, balsamic vinaigrette
Or
Brie parfume a la truffe
Brie Cheese flavored with Truffle and peppered honey
Choice of
Bistro steak
Hanger steak served with French fries
Or
Trout filet "Amandine"
Boneless trout filet with vegetable medley, caper lemon butter
Or
Moules Marinieres
Steamed Mussels in white wine and shallots light cream broth with French
Fries
Or
Coquelet au Jus
Semi boneless Cornish Hen with green beans, fingerling potatoes, chicken jus
Choice of
Crème brulee
Or
French Vanilla Ice Cream with caramel and Polignac Almonds
Or
Lemon Sorbet
Or
Chocolate and raspberry Moelleux

June Dîner Mensuel

Monday, June 22nd, 7 p.m.

Feast and Film at FEZ

Imperial Fez

2285 Peachtree Rd NE # 102
Atlanta, GA 30309

For the Month of June, Alliançe Française, Imperial Fez and the American Moroccan association are pleased to bring you an evening of North African delights. Enjoy a delicious five course Moroccan feast, while feasting your eyes on the Algerian feature film, Délice Paloma. Délice Paloma is the latest film of Nadir Moknèche with Biyouna. The film tells the story of Madame Aldjeria, her past life, her glory, her dream , and her downfall as queen of petty dealing, 'the mafieuse' , against the backdrop of Algiers and the Algeria of Independence to today. Dinner and film followed by discussion with Q & A, a unique cultural experience not to be missed !

(In French with English subtitles)

Madame Aldjéria, with her team, fixes up other people’s problems in exchange for cash. She doesn’t hesitate to dirty her hands in order to survive in a country where no holds are barred. Paloma, her new recruit, catches everyone’s eye, beginning with Riyad, Aldjéria’s son. Madame Aldjéria is in on a deal close to her heart: buying the Caracalla Thermae. But this is one deal too much, too grandiose; because of it she loses her son and her freedom.

Film and Moroccan Dinner

Menu

-Tomato salad with cucumber & onions in olive oil and lemon vinaigrette served in a open lettuce leaf
-Arangata Risotto balls with three Italian cheeses served with spicy mango chutney
-B’stella individualyl wrappped, stuffed with Cornish hen crushed, roasted almonds & spiced eggs
-Roasted lamb bites with paprika & cumin
-Couscous with shrimp bites in a pepper sauce served in bowl
-Flamenco wings in honey & sesame seeds
-Dolmas with lemon rice & pine-nuts
-African rice with spicy grilled chicken bites & grilled corn kernels
-Fresh fruit individually wrapped with chocolate & roasted almonds
-Mint tea during courses

Members $30, Non-Members $45

(This special price includes dinner and the film, as a way of saying thanks to our loyal members and community. It combines our regular monthly dinner and cinè soirèe in one great evening.)

Sponsored by Imperial Fez, in partnership with American Moroccan Association

May Dîner Mensuel

Wednesday, May 27th, 7 pm

BLT Steak

45 Ivan Allen Jr. Blvd.
Atlanta, GA 30308

1st course

Field Green/Mustard Dressing

Caesar Salad

2nd course

Hanger Steak

Rosemary Chicken

Sides: French Fries & Creamed Spinach

3rd course

Carrot Cake

Peanut Butter Chocolate Parfait

$50 fixed menu (plus tax and gratuity)

April Dîner Mensuel

Wednesday, April 29th, 7 pm

Social Resto. Cafe. Bar

12 W. Peachtree Place

$40 members, $45 non-members (plus tax and gratuity)

First Course
Lobster Bisque
Salmon Brochettes: Fava Beans Puree, Mojo Sauce.
Cuisse de Grenouille: Bread Crumb Persillade.
Spring Mix Salad: Beets, Goat Cheese, Pine Nuts, Champagne Honey Vinaigrette.

Second Course
Petit Filet Mignon: Fingerling Potatoes, Haricot Vert, Carmalized Carrots, Spring Peelings Truffle Sauce.
Pan Seared Scallops: Over Rice Pilaf, Ratatouille, Lobster Wine Rose' Sauce.
Lamb Tagine: Dried Apricots Almonds, Carrots, Fresh Mint, Natural Juice.
Cornish Hen Tagine: Kalamata Olives, Preserved Lemon Sauce.
"Tagine comes with Sardanian Couscous or Gingered Rice"

Third Course (Dessert)
Honey Lavender Ice Cream
Chocolate Pot de Creme
Dated Bread Pudding

March Dîner Mensuel

This month AF invites our Monthly Dinner guests to join us at a special Sunday Brunch in celebration of Francophonie 2009

“Phones, ‘Philes and Familles" Brunch 3/22 12:30 p.m.

Cercle d’Amitiè Francophone/ Circle of Friendship Sunday Brunch at Hotel Intercontinental. Join the Atlanta Francophonie Committee, represented by the Consulates of Belgium, Canada, France and Switzerland, the Québec Government Office, the Alliance Française of Atlanta and the French American Chamber of Commerce for a special brunch joining the Atlanta Community of Francophones, Francophiles, and their friends and families.

European buffet brunch with fine wines and beers with dramatic readings by Atlanta’s unique Francophone Theatre company, Théâtre du Rêve and an exhibitors gallery.

Brunch Menu

Classic French Onion Soup

Nicoise Salad with tuna confit Haricot vert, olives, eggs, balsamic vinaigrette

Mixed Greens with carrot curls House vinaigrette

Piemontaise Salad

Parisian ham, mustard dressing

Oysters (Gulf of Mexico)Served with lemon and mignonette

Assorted Charcuterie w/ Cornichons

Quiche Lorraine

Bouillabaisse French Seafood stew

Chicken Blanket

Scrambled Eggs

Crème Caramel

Tarte Alsacienne French apple tart

Oeufs a la Neige Poached Merinque

$35 per person,$15 kids under 10,

February Dîner Mensuel

Thursday, Feb 12th at 7 p.m.

Join us for dinner and conversation at PARISH
240 N. Highland Ave

Atlanta, GA 30307

$45 members and $50 non-members

(tax and gratuity included)

Special Menu

(Choice of one)

Appetizers

Gumbo

Ceasar Salad

Entrees

Andouille catfish

1/2 chicken a l'ail

Creekstone farms meatloaf

Desserts

Banana tarte

Bread pudding  

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