King cake started in 12th-century France as something called galette des rois (which means to pull out the kings) –a simple puff pastry sprinkled with sugar. It was a way to celebrate the Epiphany or “King’s Day” — the day that the three wise men brought baby Jesus gifts. Eating the cake has long been a way […]
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After the success of À TABLE ! The French Art of Fine Dining in April 2021, Alliance Française de Singapour unveils À TABLE ! #2, celebrating French gastronomy through a large array of events, from 17 September to 5 November 2022. The main exhibition, Bon Appétit ! The French Gastronomic Meal showcases the evolution […]
As part of DANCE: A Tribute to Rudolf Nureyev, Alliance Française de Singapour is thrilled to offer a new workshop to travel to Nureyev’s home country with this typical Russian delicacy, with a French twist! Dive into on a tasteful journey to savour four different varieties of French vodkas, and relish the full spectrum of vodka’s aroma […]
After the huge success of the Online Cheese Party, Alliance Française de Singapour is bringing another workshop to you, to enjoy French Excellence from the comfort of your home! Take a trip to Nureyev’s home country with a typical Russian delicacy, caviar, produced in France. In partnership with Sturia, you will get the unique opportunity […]
What better way to celebrate Bastille Day, on 14 July, than with a glass (or two glasses) of wine! Be brought on a journey through the French Vineyard with Sommelier Stephanie Rigourd. Co-organised by the French Chamber of Commerce Singapore, Vintage, and LPB (La Petite Boutique), this online wine tasting event will allow you to […]
Located in Menton, Mirazur is set to launch an exclusive 3-month residency in Singapore at Mandala Club. From 14 May until the 11 August 2021 and for the first time in South East Asia, the Mirazur team will offer guests a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience the exceptional cuisine of Mirazur. Mirazur was in Singapore back […]
Due to it’s popular demand, Alliance Française has added more to seats to the previously sold out talk on gastrodiplomacy. This increase in seating capacity is done in response to loosening Covid restrictions. What is the link between food and diplomacy? What role can gastronomy play in the forging of relations between states? Featuring former chef at […]
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In April, Alliance Française puts the spotlight on a much-loved aspect of French excellence with À TABLE! The French art of fine dining. Organised in partnership with Christofle, Baccarat, Bernadaud, and the Fond Gourmand (Gourmet Fund) at the Municipal Library of Dijon (France), the Alliance française gallery will showcase an exhibition featuring three unique dining […]
