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Margaux Chef Series: France Reimagined

Tue, May 19, 2026 (6:30 PM - 8:30 PM)

Margaux
235 Louis Street Northwest
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
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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: Bruleed Foie Gras Torchon – Natural raw sugar bruleed 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 Boefe 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.

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  • Margaux
  • Things to do in Grand Rapids, MI
  • Michigan Wine & Food Events
  • Grand Rapids Wine & Food Events

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