Join Stephanie to celebrate the opening of her new gallery on Newbury Street!

It’s finally fall in New England and in honor of one of autumn’s time-honored traditions – apple-picking with family and friends – Artisan Bistro at The Ritz-Carlton, Boston is pleased to once again host a pop-up apple orchard within the restaurant so guests can enjoy the ‘fruits’ and flavors of the season, right here in the heart of the city.

On October 7 from 10am – 12 Noon, Artisan Bistro brings an orchard to life where guests can purchase homemade cider donuts, caramel apples, apple chutney and more.  Apple seeds will be given as a takeaway with any purchase and guests can also venture to Artisan Bistro’s bar where the “Boston Green Apple,” an apple infused sangria, is available for purchase as well.

As part of The Ritz-Carlton’s Community Footprints social and environmental responsibility to better serve and partner with local community organizations, Artisan Bistro is pleased to be supporting the family-operated Russell Orchards farm in Ipswich, Massachusetts. The hotel will showcase and sell a variety of their fresh picked apples and seasonal apple products at the urban apple orchard pop-up including apple strudel, honey, apple cider and vinegars.

For more information, please contact The Ritz-Carlton, Boston, 10 Avery Street, Boston at (617) 574-7100 or visit www.ritzcarlton.com/boston.  Guests visiting Artisan Bistro’s pop-up apple orchard are invited to share their favorite fall memories: @artisanbistroboston, #RCMemories

Provence on the Patio in Celebration of Bastille Day

In celebration of Bastille Day, join French chef Olivier Senoussaoui of Precinct Kitchen + Bar for a 4-Course culinary experience of French fare and wine on the Patio of Precinct Kitchen + Bar for Bastille Day in Provence.

Feel transported to the countryside of France with white tablecloths, outdoor umbrellas, themed entertainment and more. Originally from the Dordogne region of France, Chef Senoussaoui has created a menu full of seasonal foods and local produce paired with French wines from and authentic pastries from local French bakery, Praline.

Take a peek at the menu here:

First Course
Moules Marinière
Mussels in white wine, garlic, herbs, crème fraiche
La Bulle Sparkling Rose

Second Course
Sea Scallop Persillade
Camargue rice, Provençale tomato, fleur de sel
Maison Angelvin AOP Côtes de Provence

Main Course
Steak Frites
Hanger steak, shallot tarragon butter
Pommes Frites, Green salade
La Cavale Rouge

Dessert
Tarte au Citrons a le Meringue
Tarte Tatin
Tarte au fruits
Sweets courtesy of Praline

Meet and mingle with other Francophiles while celebrating La Chandeleur!

Also called Crêpe Day, la Chandeleur is a French holiday during which people traditionally eat crêpes and drink cidre. Though la Chandeleur is often associated with the Catholic holiday of Candlemas, it actually stems from pagan traditions. And, of course, there is the traditional coin ritual: if you can flip a crêpe while holding a coin in your other hand, you and your family will not have to worry about financial problems. There is even a fun legend that ties Napoleon’s misfortune with his time in Russia with the flipping of the crêpes!

The French Cultural Center will observe this popular holiday with crêpes and a variety of delicious toppings. All ages are invited and welcome to attend!

Please note: When you register for a family, you are registering per family. You will be required to answer a question on the number of family members that will attend.

Early RSVP recommended.

To learn more about the French Cultural Center, please click here.