Keyword “La Marseillaise”. Wednesday is France’s national day, also known as Bastille Day because it is the anniversary of the storm on the Bastille, and three restaurants in Las Vegas are planning to celebrate it.
Oh la la French Bistro, 2120 N. Rampart Blvd., offers all-day specialties made of foie gras with toast, cherry tomato salad with mozzarella and duck leg confit with sautéed green beans, as well as a 20 percent discount on all champagnes and roses. ohlafrenchbistro.com
Mon Ami Gabi at Paris Las Vegas on the Strip is planning a special dessert to commemorate the day: a trio of profiteroles filled with blueberry sorbet and vanilla and strawberry ice cream that reflect the colors of the French flag. It costs $ 9.95 and is only available for dinner on Wednesdays. monamigabi.com
And Marche Bacchus French Bistro and Wine Shop, located at 2620 Regatta Drive, will celebrate with its 15th annual celebration and skydiving show, with divers departing at 7 p.m. to land at Lake Jacqueline next to the restaurant’s location in Desert Shores. The event also includes champagne sabers, champagne and cocktail specials, Marche Bacchus’ la carte menu with classic French dishes and live entertainment. Reservations are accepted from 4:30 pm to 8:30 pm; Call 702-804-8008. Marchebachus.com
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