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by | July 13, 2026 · 11:25 am

How to Eat Like a Frenchman in Dallas This Bastille Day

Bastille Day arrives Tuesday, July 14, and while Dallas will not be storming any prisons, we can honor the occasion the way the French would prefer: at the table, unhurried, with a glass of something cold and no particular plans afterward.

The French do not eat the way we do. Lunch is an event, not a refueling stop. Cheese comes before dessert, not instead of it. Dinner starts late and ends later. If you want to celebrate properly this week, pick one of the spots below and give it the two hours it deserves.

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by | May 13, 2026 · 2:33 pm

What We Would Order at Lavendou Tonight

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Pascal Cayet grew up in Argenteuil, just outside Paris, and trained at the Médéric culinary school before landing his first real job at La Tour d’Argent — the legendary Paris restaurant perched above the Seine with Notre Dame Cathedral. He was in his twenties and cooking in one of the most storied rooms in the world. Then he came to America, worked in Indianapolis alongside a young Wolfgang Puck at a restaurant called La Tour, spent a year in the French Army, five years running food and beverage in Bermuda, and arrived in Dallas in 1982 with a clear idea of what he wanted to build.

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by | July 30, 2025 · 5:17 pm

Frenchie is Our Go-To All Day Bistro in Preston Center

Frenchie doesn’t make a scene. It doesn’t need to. The Preston Center restaurant is a focused, confident return to form for Bruno Davaillon, the Michelin-starred chef whose precision shaped some of Dallas’ an elegant room, a sharp point of view, and a menu that delivers, dish after dish, with quiet force.

The space is moody but not precious—muted walls, soft lighting, a long bar that is daytime inviting and night-time comfortable. It’s polished but never pretentious. You come here to eat, to linger, to speak softly over serious food. The service is tight, the pace is calibrated.

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by | October 13, 2024 · 6:22 pm

The French Essence of Saint Émilion in Fort Worth

Found in Fort Worth’s Cultural District, Saint Émilion stands as a testament to the culinary artistry of Bernard Tronche, a maestro of French cuisine who has been enchanting local palates for nearly four decades. This petite gem captures the spirit of his native France, inviting guests to indulge in a dining experience that transcends the ordinary.

As you step inside, the cozy ambiance envelops you, creating an intimate space that encourages leisurely conversation and appreciation of fine fare. Here, a glass of Champagne is not just a drink; it’s a prelude to an exquisite culinary journey. The prix-fixe three-course menu offers an array of delightful options that beckon exploration.

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by | March 14, 2023 · 9:00 am

 La Parisienne French Bistro to open in The Star at Frisco on Monday

La Parisienne French Bistro, the Parisian-inspired Bistro featuring French fare for lunch, dinner, weekend brunch, high tea service, housemade desserts and chic cocktails will open to the public on Monday, March 13 at The Star at Frisco at 6740 Winning Way, Suite 1000, Frisco, TX 75034.

La Parisienne was created by local resident Mondi Tag, a successful local attorney and a restaurant owner and operator for over 20 years. Tag was born and raised in Texas and was the first female franchisee owner/operator for Dickey’s BBQ in Dallas at the age of 19 along with her mother and subsequently Genghis Grill in Dallas. 

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La Parisienne French Bistro, the Parisian-inspired Bistro featuring French fare for lunch, dinner, weekend brunch, high tea service, housemade desserts and chic cocktails will open to the public on Monday, March 13 at The Star at Frisco at 6740 Winning Way, Suite 1000, Frisco, TX 75034.

La Parisienne was created by local resident Mondi Tag, a successful local attorney and a restaurant owner and operator for over 20 years. Tag was born and raised in Texas and was the first female franchisee owner/operator for Dickey’s BBQ in Dallas at the age of 19 along with her mother and subsequently Genghis Grill in Dallas. 

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La Parisienne French Bistro, the Parisian-inspired Bistro featuring French fare for lunch, dinner, weekend brunch, high tea service, housemade desserts and chic cocktails will open to the public on Monday, March 13 at The Star at Frisco at 6740 Winning Way, Suite 1000, Frisco, TX 75034.

La Parisienne was created by local resident Mondi Tag, a successful local attorney and a restaurant owner and operator for over 20 years. Tag was born and raised in Texas and was the first female franchisee owner/operator for Dickey’s BBQ in Dallas at the age of 19 along with her mother and subsequently Genghis Grill in Dallas. 

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by | July 11, 2017 · 8:15 am

Celebrate Bastille Day at Lavendou July 10-14

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The 228th anniversary of the Bastille storming and launch of the French Revolution will be celebrated with another stellar Fete de la Bastille dinner, served Monday July 10 to Friday, July 14 at one of Dallas’ premier French restaurants, Lavendou.

The Lavendou Fête de la Bastille 2017 menu has fantastic choices among three courses, including:  Salade Frisée au Confit de Canard – curly salad with duck confit; Jarret d’Agneau aux Petits Legumes et Couscous – braised lamb shank with vegetables and couscous.  Dessert selections are Assiette de Fromage – assorted cheese plate; Mousse au Chocolat  chocolate mousse; and Feuillantine des Fruits Rouges  mixed berries in pastry.

The Lavendou Fête de la Bastille 2017 dinner is $46.95 per person for three courses, served from Monday, July 10 to Friday, July 14.  Continue reading →

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