A British journalist coined the word “brunch” in 1895, describing it as a Sunday repast for Saturday night carousers. For those who have caroused OR for those just wanting a beautiful Fall Sunday repast at Chez Francois on our beautiful terrace, please join Chef Jacques and our team at L’Auberge Chez François on Sunday, October (more…)
Join Chef Jacques Haeringer at the award-winning L’Auberge Chez François each month as we offer a series of special events showcasing fine food, wine, craft beer, live music and our two on site-gardens (in season).
At our lively cooking demonstrations, Chef Jacques shares his passion for French and cuisine by teaching expert cooking techniques and tricks of the trade, sharing the recipes for the home chef, while sipping on specially chosen wine. After the demonstration, guests sit down to a full five course luncheon in our garden room to enjoy the dishes showcased at the demonstration, along with specially paired wines and/or craft beers.
For our wine dinners, Chef Jacques collaborates with wine makers and sommeliers to feature the wines of a specific winery or wine-growing region. Guests enjoy a delectable five-course meal as they are guided through a tasting of the evening’s featured wines.
Our wine festivals are an opportunity for guests to sample a number of wines from different areas of the world, at a walk-around tasting accompanied by our seasonal canapés, before enjoying our full lunch menu. Other events include our popular Musique et Cuisine series, musical brunches featuring live music, lively full moon parties, and more. All events, mais oui, but of course, feature delicious menus by Chef Jacques and our team with delectable libations.
You can register below for our current special events or feel free to call us at 703-759-3800 if you have any questions. Please check back often to read about our latest offerings. As always, we will be able to accommodate dietary concerns, given advanced notice. Please email us at chezlauberge@aol.com with any special requests.
The all-inclusive ticket price includes the special event with wine or beer pairings, beverages, tax, and gratuity. Patrons will have the opportunity to purchase the wines and craft beers at a discounted pricing. Merci beaucoup et Bon Appétit!
Upcoming Events
You are cordially invited to join us on Thursday, October 29th at 6:00pm for an unforgettable culinary experience: Château Font du Loup Châteauneuf du Pape Five-Course Wine Dinner Experience, Presented by Proprietor and Vigneronne Anne-Charlotte Mélia-Bachas! Font du Loup translates as the fountain of the wolves, a name drawn from the spring on the property (more…)
Please join Chef Jacques and Team on Thursday November 6th at 11:30am for a fantastic Fall Frolic French Wine Luncheon Experience. We are happy to continue Chef Jacques Wine Luncheons, back by popular demand. “Wine is not just for dinner” says Chef Jacques. “Wine is good for the soul and luncheons, aussi!” Today, we will (more…)
Announcing our tenth “oh-so-special” and highly popular Culinary Experience at Jacques’ Brasserie “Bubbles & Bingo” Brasserie Brunch! Please join Chef Jacques, Danni and the Brasserie team for our always sold out “Bubbles & Bingo” Brasserie Brunch at Jacques’ Brasserie on Sunday, November 8th at 11:00am. This lively experience will featuring Chef’s four-course delectable Brasserie brunch, (more…)
The pleasures of the table, fine food and wine are an essential part of a passionate life. Please join us on Friday, November 13th, 2026 at 11:30am for another ever popular and always sold out “Chef Jacques’ Seafood Lover’s Four-Course Wine Luncheon.” Why wait till dinner to celebrate the love of award-winning cuisine and vino? (more…)
Chef Jacques’ and the team at L’Auberge Chez Francois invite you to enjoy a delectable and fun musical Sunday brunch featuring “Maria” Angela Knight and “Captain Von Trapp” Prince Havely and the songs of the Sound of Music on Sunday November 15th at 11:00 AM. Hum and sing along, of course with everyone’s favorite Rodgers (more…)
Please join us Thursday, November 19th at 6:00pm, as Chef Jacques and Team proudly welcome winegrower Samantha Law Wilde of Linden Vineyards to L’Auberge Chez François. Samantha’s father, Jim Law, founded Linden Vineyards in 1983 on 76 acres of long-abandoned apple orchard in the Blue Ridge Mountains about 70 miles southwest of Washington D.C., after (more…)
The ever popular and always sold-out Thanksgiving holiday wine festival and luncheon is back! Chef Jacques, Alex Bardsley, and our team at L’Auberge Chez François invite you to our annual Thanksgiving Holiday Wine Festival and Luncheon on Saturday, November 21st, 2026. We will welcome our special wine guests, who will be showcasing and bringing terrific (more…)
*Be the first to preview our amazing Holiday Decorations!* Continue your festive Thanksgiving Holiday celebrations at L’Auberge Chez François on Sunday, November 29th at 11:00am, as we present a timely and delectable Thanksgiving Weekend Four-Course Musical Brunch. Jarrett Laskey, our local award-winning guitarist and composer, is back by popular demand, and always a sellout! Jarrett (more…)
