Margaux Chef Series: France Reimagined

Join us for an intimate evening of culinary exploration at the first installment in a new chef-driven dining series at Margaux.

On Tuesday, May 19th, experience a thoughtfully crafted five-course dinner that reinterprets classic French cuisine through a modern lens. This exclusive event highlights the creativity, technique, and passion of Margaux’s culinary team, offering a closer look at the artistry behind each dish.

The evening begins with a reimagined French 75 and unfolds through a seasonal tasting menu designed to balance tradition with innovation. With limited seating, this experience is designed to feel personal, immersive, and distinctly refined.

Menu

• Welcome Beverage: French 75 Reimagined - Gin, lemon, lavender syrup, butterfly tea, faire le fete
• 1st Course: Tuna Tartare “Niçoise” – Ahi tuna, haricot vert, niçoise olives, potato nest, quail egg, cherry tomato slices, lemon, bocarones, frisee, niçoise vinaigrette
• 2nd Course: Brûléed Foie Gras Torchon – Natural raw sugar brûléed torchon, foie spice, brioche toast, apple jam, Toschi cherry syrup, maldon
• 3rd Course: “Bouillabaisse” – Tomato water, clams, mussels, shrimp, seabass, fennel fondant, blistered cherry tomatoes, fried parsley
• 4th Course: Deconstructed Boeuf Bourguignon – Braised & fried short rib, caramelized pearl onions, roasted Thumbelina carrot, celeriac puree, bacon lardon, seared mushrooms, red wine jus
• 5th Course: Vertical Tarte au Citron – lemon curd, pate a sable, dried meringue, raspberry coulis, raspberry powder

Event Details

• Date: Tuesday, May 19th
• Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM (Please arrive promptly)
• Location: Margaux at the JW Marriott Grand Rapids

What’s Included

• Complimentary welcome and departing cocktails
• Five-course plated dinner guided by the Margaux Culinary Team
• Optional additional wine pairings during courses
• Complimentary parking at the JW Marriott ramp
• Intimate dining experience (limited to 12–18 guests)

Reserve your seat and experience a fresh interpretation of French cuisine; thoughtfully crafted, seasonally inspired, and uniquely Margaux.