Things to do
Art
NYC art scene offers art from all over the world. Here is a selection of links about events and places with French art in the city
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Cultural services of the French Embassy:
Galleries:
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Design:
Demish Danant:
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Magen H Gallery:
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Music
Venues, concerts and new releases.
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Bars with live music:
Jules Bistro: Laid back atmosphere, delicious food and great jazz music
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Chez Josephine: Bar/restaurant. French food paired with live piano. A tribute to Josephine Baker.
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Barbès: Bustling bar offering music, readings & films, plus a large selection of beers & spirits.
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Concerts:
June:
France Rocks Summer Fest, June 1st-July 1st. It's largest festival of French music in the US. Different location, many concert are free
Check the full schedule here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/france-rocks-summer-fest-2019-tickets-61302303841
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June 23: Fête de la Musique: Zdar from Cassius / Les Negresses Vertes / Vendredi sur Mer
6:00 pm - 10:00 pm (Doors open 5:00 pm)
SummerStage, Central Park
Rumsey Playfield, Manhattan, 10021
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May:
L'Impératrice bring their vintage space pop and cosmic disco sound to Brooklyn. May 16-20
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Zaz: The singer will be in concert at the Townhall (04/22)
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April:
Charlotte Gainsbourg is on tour and in NYC on April 7th
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Chloé Perrier: Golden age French, Retro Jazz and Bossa Nova (04/07)
Great Choir: French Master (04/09) - Cathedral St John the Divine.
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Coachella: This year again the French will be well represented at the festival. Dj Snake, Chris(tine and the Queens), Polo & Pan, Jain, Gasaffelstein Agoria, FKJ, and ClOzee
(04/12-21)
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French Twist Swing Quartet: French Jazz songs at Feinstein' 54 Below
Featuring Pierre-Alexandre Petiot (Bandleader and Piano), Chloé Perrier (vocals), Yvonnick Prené (Harmonica), Jim Robertson (Bass), and Rodrigo Recabarren (Drums) (04/18)
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French Tunes: Check my Spotify playlist for hours of music by French Musicians (half of them sing in English though!)
Shopping
Best places to shop for French goodies!
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Fashion: (small but mighty boutiques)
Sézane: fun, chic and affordable fashion from Paris
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Maison Kitsuné: Parisian contemporary fashion brand and music label.
Sample sale April 3rd-7th
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BA & SH: creative bohème
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Iro: Parisian boho chic meets NY street style. Soft leather jackets, studded booties and flowy dresses and tops. Soho.
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Juju s'amuse: sophisticated assortment of women's and children's clothing. UES
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Veja: The coolest sneakers made from sustainable material
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La Petite Coquette: Great selection of high end lingerie. Amazing customer service.
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Maison Chateau Rouge (online only)
Mix of Arican prints and sporty street wear. So fun!
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Amélie Pichard: (online only)
Funky accessories
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Offtrack:
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For The Kids:
Les Petits Chapelais: European savoir faire and creative designs.
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Petit bateau: High quality cotton, fresh designs. Not just for kids!
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Jacadi: Timeless classic. Great quality, beautiful fabrics.
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Le Petit Kid: Beautiful and high quality clothing in UWS.
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For Your Home
La Belle époque: Art gallery buying & selling rare vintage & antique advertising posters, along with custom framing. West Village.
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Brooklyn:
Le grand strip: Awesome vintage shop in Williamsburg
Leisure
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Experience the best French activities the city has to offer
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JUNE:
Stand up:
The hottest female comedian on the French comedy scene today, Blanche Gardin, comes to FIAF for the first time with her Molière Award-winning new show BONNE NUIT BLANCHE.
Monday, June 17, 2019, 7:30pm
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Summer Rosé from the South of France. The masterclass will pair the seven premier French wines with cheese, charcuterie, and artisanal breads.
Wed June 19th- 7pm- FIAF Skyroom 22 East 60th Street, 8th Floor
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MAY:
Women Winemakers with Marie Vayron-Ponsonnet,
Sommelier at Le Bernardin. She will curate an evening featuring notable female winemakers and women in the wine world at the fi:af
Wednesday, May 29, 2019 7pm
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Wine tasting: An Aromatic Journey Through Burgundy. The masterclass will feature six premier French wines from Château de Pommard, Château de Rully, and Domaine de la Bressande. Wed April 24th at 7pm
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Cheese Week: A festival around cheese created by Frenchman Jean-François Hesse, returns to New York for its third edition, from April 28 to May 4, in several locations around the city.
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Play pétanque in Bryant Park
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Visite guidée en français: Explore NYC with a guide who knows all the best secrets of NYC and who speaks French!
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Cooking classes:
Atelier Sucré: learn how to make macaroon. Several dates in April
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Mille Feuille Bakery: learn how to make perfect croissants. Several dates in April and May
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French cheese board: Learn about cheese, how they are made and how to prepare the perfect cheese board
2 classes per month
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French Wine 101: Introduction To The Main French Wines Appellations Vs. Grape Varieties Learn How To Taste Wine In A Restaurant Taste And Pair With Cheeses
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French Bistro Classic: Learn to cook traditional French Fare such as gougère, Hanger Steak with Red Wine-Shallot Sauce Pommes Anna String Beans Amandine Dark Chocolate Mousse with Fleur de Sel
Sun June 9th.
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Events:
Avril:
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Atelier Theatre New York: The francophone company presents the play "La Lumière a tous les étages " a play in French by Guillaume Roper-Sirvent
April 3rd-5th.
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Nocturne: A theatrical experience that combines site-specific dance, theatre, sensory design, and interactivity to form a unique and fully immersive live show that surrounds you
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French Touch Comedy: A night of stand up for francophone. (04/07)
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May:
La nuit en rosé: rosé-themed cruise
(05/10 and 11)
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