Comité Tricolore Washington DC

03/18/2026

Tuesday, Mar 24 from 10 am to 11:30 am Maison Francaise of the French Embassy in the U.S. presents a lecture by Zachary Richard on the history, resilience, and cultural heritage of the Acadians of Louisiana.

Zachary Richard, Louisiana is a songwriter and passionate defender of the French language and Cajun culture in Louisiana.

The roots of the Acadians of Louisiana are planted in western France. Originally from Poitou Charentes, the immigrants who would become the Acadians settled on the French Bay (now the Bay of Fundy) in the territory known today as Nova Scotia in the early 17th century.

Join Villa Albertine for a lecture by Zachary Richard on the history, resilience, and cultural heritage of the Acadians of Louisiana.

03/15/2026

Plan to go and listen to a Sparkling Operetta of Fate, Fortune & Absurdity and beat the grey and gloomy days ahead of us.
L'Opéra Comique de Washington is presenting l'Etoile on March 20th at 7:30 at la Maison Francaise at the French Embassy in the U.S.
Click here to reserve, tickets are selling fast...
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/letoile-an-opera-at-the-french-embassy-tickets-1332577197269

Step into the whimsical world of L’Étoile, Emmanuel Chabrier’s delightfully absurd operetta where King Ouf—a tyrant with a flair for dramatic punishments—has a peculiar birthday tradition. L’Étoile is a comedic gem that sparkles with satire and charm.

03/09/2026

In French only !
Si vous souhaitez vous évader sur les côtes méditerranéennes et enrichir votre vocabulaire français sur la vie marine, Eve Chauchard va partager avec vous ses rencontres sous-marines : poissons, poulpes et autres créatures... Vous pouvez participer en personne ou cliquer sur le lien Zoom ci-dessous.

The French Church Washington DC at Tenley-Frienship library
4450 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington,DC
Wednesday, March 11th at 12:00 PM (until 1:00 PM) Washington time - For France or Belgium: 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
The conference is in French.

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85649569431?pwd=TnN3ZU1HS3ZML2xkbHJKUG1QVm52dz09

03/06/2026

Le DeSales is a contemporary French restaurant with Sushi menu in Washington, D.C.,

Raphael François, a distinguished chef with experience at some of the finest dining establishments in Paris, London, and New York has teamed up with Chef Noriaki Yasutake, a well-rounded sushi chef, bringing together two exceptional culinary talents under one roof.

Join us for another evening of fun and delicacies.

A Comité Tricolore Solidarity Dinner at Le DeSales

03/05/2026

With this weather you might be tempted to go to the Riviera!
There are still some tickets available for the French-American Chamber of Commerce - Washington, DC "Night on the Riviera"
event for you to enjoy a French Carnival celebration.

We invite you to an unforgettable night on the Riviera. Travel with us and celebrate Mardi Gras and the Carnival of Nice.

02/27/2026

Join French In Motion at the VEN Embassy Row on Thursday March 5th from 6 to 9 PM for Happy Hour. The guest this month is the Alliance Française de Washington DC.
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/fim-dc-march-happy-hour-with-alliance-francaise
Raise a glass with us and enjoy an evening of networking with fellow film lovers, creators, and friends of French culture.

02/27/2026

Do you want to brush up on your French or test your level, join l' Alliance Française de Washington DC for la Dictée de la Francophonie, 6e édition?
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dictee-de-la-francophonie-6e-edition-tickets-1978047416069

Vous pourrez tester votre écriture en français le 4 mars à 18h00 EST
Cet événement sera exclusivement en ligne et en français. Il fait partie de la serie Francophonie.

L'événement est gratuit et ouvert à tous ! Nous recommandons cependant un niveau de français B2+. Tous les inscrits recevront un lien de connexion quelques jours avant l'événement.

02/24/2026

If you have time tomorrow and want to brush up your French with a fascinating discussion, join the The French Church Washington DC:
L’univers est-il fini ou infini ? Quand et comment est-il né ? Est-il plat, courbé, en expansion ? Et comment l’être humain peut-il le percevoir, jusqu’à l’idée de la quatrième dimension ? Jacques Bodelle proposera une exploration claire et accessible de ce que la science sait aujourd’hui… et de ce qu’elle cherche encore à comprendre.

You can join at noon by Zoom at:
ID de réunion: 856 4956 9431 | Code secret: mercredi

02/22/2026

Two exceptional culinary talents in one room!
Our next Solidarity Dinner is at Le Desales on March 14th.
Get tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/solidarity-dinner-of-the-comite-tricolore-at-le-desales-tickets-1983384334937

Since 2021, Le DeSales has offered a unique dining experience by teaming up with sushi Chef Noriaki Yasutake.
Chef Raphael François specializes in modern French cuisine, Chef Noriaki’s expertise in sushi adds a delightful twist for a unique experience.

02/19/2026

Another festive Solidarity dinner yesterday at L’Ardente
The menu prepared for us by Chef David Deshaies was amazing.

Many old and new friends had a great time and lots of fun.

Stay tuned for our next dinner...

02/14/2026

02/12/2026

Just a reminder, only a few days left to reserve "a seat at the table"
at our February 18th Dinner at L'Ardente.

L’Ardente is a venture from Chef David Deshaies and his award-winning team. The restaurant reflects the glorious contrasts of Italy.

Amongst many awards, l'Ardente was #3 in the Washington Post Best Restaurant List in 2023 and Chef David Deshaies was semifinalist in the James Beard Awards. Also in 2023, l'Ardente won the Upsacle Casual restaurant of the year RAMMY Award.

You don't want to miss this dinner!

A Comité Tricolore Solidarity Dinner at L'Ardente