Boca Raton, FL – A leading summer event in Paris for the past 30 years, this elegant and secret affair is now well on its way to becoming a South Florida holiday season tradition. On Saturday December 28th 2019, Le Dîner en Blanc – West Palm Beach will celebrate its 5th Anniversary.
Year after year, the breathtaking scene of thousands of white-clad guests descending upon one of the city’s most prestigious public space becomes more extraordinary for guests and passerby alike.
“Something about dining elegantly with friends and love ones that is just memorable and Le Dîner en Blanc is the epitome of a magical evening. Seeing the whole city coming together with everyone from all walks of life enjoying their loved ones, laughing, having a great time, all dressed fashionably in white, décor, lights, glamour all while dancing the night away makes this pop-up chic picnic truly the most beautiful event one can ever experience,” said Fabie Reid of Modernique & Co, co-organizer of Le Dîner en Blanc – West Palm Beach.
Organizer Jimmy Moise, a 5-year veteran of Le Dîner en Blanc – West Palm Beach, is indeed excited about moving the event to right in the middle of the year-end holiday season in December.
“Le Dîner en Blanc has become established as one of the most sought-after events to attend in Palm Beach. Whether you have attended or never been, this 5th edition of the event will be one for the books. End the year with a bang and join us to celebrate with friends, family and new acquaintances on December 28th,” said Moise.
Guests Invitation
Invitations to participate this unique event happen in three stages:
- Phase 1: Includes attendees from the previous year
- Phase 2: New members who are referred by Phase I attendees
- Phase 3: Waiting list requests
For a chance to be part of this milestone event, register for the waiting list at: register.dinerenblanc.com/westpalmbeach/en/register.
All White from Head to Toe
To maintain the uniqueness of Le Dîner en Blanc as well as staying true to tradition, guests must observe certain requirements:
- Once confirmed, each guest’s participation becomes mandatory, regardless of weather conditions. This is a rain or shine event.
- Dress Code: Head-to-toe in elegant and white only attire. Originality is encouraged.
- Table setting: Must be all white.
- Champagne and/or wine are only served at the event. Beer and hard liquor are prohibited.
- As per State alcohol laws, guests cannot bring their own alcohol. Guests wishing to enjoy some wine or Champagne, must reserve online through Le Dîner en Blanc’s e-store.
- Guests are welcome to bring their own non-alcoholic beverages.
- To ensure that the location secret is kept undisclosed until last minute, guests will meet at assigned departure location and are escorted by a Le Dîner en Blanc volunteer.
- In order to leave the event location as clean as when they arrived, guests are required to leave with all belongings, leftovers and litter.
Guests Must Bring:
- White tablecloth
- A picnic basket comprising fine food and proper stemware and white dinnerware.
- A catered picnic basket option, which can be picked up on site, will be available for those who do not wish to pack their own. Guests must reserve online through Le Dîner en Blanc’s e-store.
Le Dîner en Blanc – West Palm Beach gratefully acknowledges City of Boca Raton as official partner, Chateau Ste Michelle, and Sofitel as national partners of the 2019 US series of Le Dîner en Blanc.
About the Hosts of Le Dîner en Blanc – West Palm Beach
Le Dîner en Blanc – West Palm Beach is hosted by Jimmy Moise and Fabie Reid of Modernique & Co. Together, they have over 22 years of experience in event production, management and branding, and more over nine years producing Le Dîner en Blanc events from various cities and in the Caribbean, Orlando, Cap-Haitian and to now 5th edition in West Palm Beach.
About Le Dîner en Blanc
Launched in Paris in 1988 by François Pasquier and a handful of friends, Le Dîner en Blanc has become a worldwide epicurean phenomenon. What was a “friends and word-of-mouth only” event has grown into an international sensation celebrated on six continents. While the technology behind the event may have changed over the years, the principles fuelling this fantastic event have not: guests continue to gather at a secret location for the sole purpose of sharing a gourmet meal with good friends in one of their city’s most beautiful public spaces. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, Dîner en Blanc International is responsible for developing this secret posh picnic in over 80 cities in 30 countries around the world. In June 2018, Le Diner en Blanc de Paris marked its 30th anniversary. A record 17,000 guests from Paris and around the world gathered at the Esplanade des Invalides to celebrate this historic moment. For more info, photos and videos of Dîner en Blanc events from around the world, visit dinerenblanc.com.
About Chateau Ste. Michelle
Founded in 1934, Chateau Ste. Michelle pioneered vinifera grape growing in Washington State and has been producing classic European varietal wines under the Ste. Michelle label since 1967. The winery combines an ongoing dedication to research with a commitment to classic winemaking traditions. The winery owns 3,500 acres of vineyards in the Columbia Valley of Eastern Washington, including Canoe Ridge Estate and Cold Creek, which are LIVE and Salmon Safe certified. Chateau Ste. Michelle enjoys winemaking partnerships with some of the world’s most distinguished vintners. Col Solare is an alliance with Tuscany’s Piero Antinori, Eroica Riesling is a partnership with the Mosel’s Ernst Loosen and Tenet is a collaboration with Michel Gassier and Philippe Cambie of France.
Chateau Ste. Michelle has received a long list of awards including 22 “Wineries of The Year” honors (Wine & Spirits) and 18 “Top 100 Wines” designations (Wine Spectator). Chateau Ste. Michelle also has a long history of giving back to the industry and community. The net proceeds from its popular Summer Concert Series helps fund its charitable giving program, which supports some 400 non-profit organizations annually, has provided more than $3 million for scholarships for high-achieving, low-income students at Washington universities, and supports the Viticulture & Enology Program at Washington State University.
About Sofitel
Sofitel Hotels & Resorts is an ambassador of modern French style, culture and art-de-vivre around the world. Established in 1964, Sofitel is the first international luxury hotel brand to originate from France with over 120 chic and remarkable hotels in the world’s most sought-after destinations. Sofitel exudes a refined and understated sense of modern luxury, always blending a touch of French decadence with the very best of the locale. The Sofitel collection includes such notable hotels as Sofitel Paris Le Faubourg, Sofitel London St James, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost, Sofitel Rio de Janeiro Ipanema, Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square, Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour and Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort. Sofitel is part of Accor, a world-leading augmented hospitality group offering unique and meaningful experiences in 4,800 hotels, resorts, and residences across 100 countries. sofitel.com | group.accor.com
For more information visit: Westpalmbeach.dinerenblanc.com