8/16 – “Garden-to-Table Tomato Jubilee Extravaganza” Wine Dinner Experience Featuring Virginia’s Glen Manor Wines with Winegrower Extraordinaire, Jeff White

The homegrown tomato is a hallmark and king of the summer season… and L’Auberge Chez Francois is a benchmark of seasonal dining.

Please join us for a joyful celebration centered around Chef Jacques’ vine-ripened summer tomatoes, right from his two outdoor gardens. We invite you to our own Tomato Jubilee at L’Auberge Chez Francois on Sunday 4:00pm just in perfect time for an outdoor celebration, as we have just been named again, one of Open Table’s Top 100 Restaurants in America for Outdoor Dining!

Join us for an afternoon and evening of fabulous Virginia wine and delectable “Fruit of the Summer” cuisine offered on our covered garden terrace 40ft x 55ft Grande Tente, complete with cooling fans, café bistro lighting, and pastoral views of our six acres, two on-site gardens, koi pond, and blooming flowers.

We are honored to host Jeff White of Glen Manor Vineyards today.  Jeff, the founder and vintner of Glen Manor, had his interest and appreciation for wines blossom while working for a nearby winery before he founded Glen Manor Vineyards.

The original six-acre property was planted in 1995 while today, the estate comprises 226 acres of pastures, forests and currently 18 acres of vineyards.  It is surrounded by neighboring farms and mountain forests and they share a common border with Shenandoah National Park to the east.  The farm is recognized by the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Century Farm for being owned and farmed by four generations of his family for over 100 years.

The fun and interactive afternoon begins with Chef’s seasonal hors d’oeuvres (think tomatoes) and a crisp glass of Glen Manor’s Virginia Vin Blanc.

Chef will be conducting tours during the Reception to his Gardens so you can see where the magic of the beloved tomatoes begins!

Next, we will sit down to a multi course Tomato centric experience from Chef’s Tomato and Vegetable gardens paired with three additional fine wines from Glen Manor vineyards.

Come enjoy the delectable fruit of the summer, with Glen Manor, and mais oui but of course, our own Chef Jacques and team.

Limited seating; early reservations are encouraged. Merci beaucoup and see you there!

Tomato Extravaganza Reception (Meet and Greet Jeff White)

Chef Jacques’ Seasonal Canapés (Of course, with Chef’s Garden Tomatoes)
Glen Manor Vineyards, Virginia Vin Blanc, 2023

TOMATO MENU DÉGUSTATION

L’Auberge Chez Francois’ Garden Fresh Heirloom Gazpacho, Maine Lobster, Purple Basil
Glen Manor Vineyards Virginia Rose “Morales” 2025

Chef Jacques’ “Right from our Garden Tomato Salad” with House made Vinaigrette & Garden Herbs
Seasonal Citrus Sorbet

Our Garden Tomato and Herb Crusted Local Sauteed Rockfish, Capers, Chef’s Garden Seasonal Vegetables
Glen Manor Vineyards, Virginia Sauvignon Blanc, 2025

Local Blueberry Custard Tarte, Tahitian Vanilla Ice Cream
Glen Manor Vineyards, Virginia Late Harvest Petit Manseng “Raepheus” 2022
Julius Meinl Roasted Coffee, Selection of Harney & Sons Premium Teas

Event Price: $160.00 (Per Person; Excludes Tax and Gratuity for a total of $211.00)

Includes Chilled Virginia Vin Blanc for your Garden Tour & Meet & Greet with passed Seasonal Summer Canapes, Chef’s Tomato Extravaganza Six Course Delectable Summer Season Cuisine & All Glen Manor Wine Pairings…and of course, another Exceptional & Lively Experience at L’Auberge Chez Francois!

We are happy to accommodate guests’ dietary concerns so all may join the festivities. Please email chezlauberge@aol.com with special requests. Tickets non-refundable

All wines will be available for purchase at a very special “trade” discount for our customers that evening only. Merci beaucoup and see you there!  A festive and delectable celebration of the KING TOMATO not to be missed!