July 14, 2024: festive dinner at Les Petites Mains restaurant overlooking the Eiffel Tower

On July 14th, Paris dons its finest finery to celebrate the Fête Nationale in style! This iconic date, steeped in history since the storming of the Bastille in 1789, marks the revolt that sparked off the French Revolution, symbolizing national unity and pride. In addition to the air show, the military parade, the traditional concert (this year at the Hôtel de Ville) and the fireworks display at the Eiffel Tower, each arrondissement reveals its share of surprises. From popular balls and festive dinners to dinner cruises and clubbing evenings, there's no shortage of choice!

Fancy a chic, trendy version? On July 14, 2024, head to the Palais Galliera 's Les Petites Mains restaurant for a magical evening beneath the fashion museum's majestic columns. From 8pm onwards, enjoy the enchanting setting, sipping a cocktail with a breathtaking view of the Eiffel Tower. À la carte? Nothing less than a bespoke menu signed by globe-trotting chef Jared Phillips. Inspired by his travels and his mentor Pierre Gagnaire, he gives pride of place to plants in his elegant, colorful dishes. As for Paloma Laguette, she's in charge of desserts that are sure to make you succumb.

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JULY 14 MENU

Welcome cocktail of your choice

Amuse-bouche
Canapé crème fraîche, confit of egg yolk, osciètre caviar

Entrée
Tuna tartare, white soy, cherries, almonds, caviar

Main course
Veal entrecôte à la plancha, chanterelles, walnuts, onion soubise, truffle

Dessert
Paris-Brest almonds and hazelnuts

Glass of champagne

But the highlight of the show is, of course, the fireworks! With a glass of champagne in hand, you'll have a front-row seat to admire the illuminations that set the skies of Paris ablaze. With the Eiffel Tower in the background, it's the perfect backdrop for a magical evening under the stars in the City of Light.