Celebrate Bastille Day with a French Long Lunch at Sussex Hotel
Celebrate Bastille Day with a French Long Lunch at Sussex Hotel
Celebrate Bastille Day in true French style at the Sussex Hotel with an indulgent three-course long lunch featuring classic French dishes, expertly paired wines and a relaxed afternoon of great food, culture and hospitality. Join us on Saturday 11 July from 12pm for this limited-seat dining experience.
Bastille Day Long Lunch at Sussex Hotel
Celebrate France's Most Iconic Day with an Elegant Three-Course French Feast
There are few celebrations as rich in culture, history and indulgence as Bastille Day, and this year the Sussex Hotel is bringing the spirit of Paris to Walkerville with a spectacular Bastille Day Long Lunch.
On Saturday 11 July from 12:00pm, we'll be celebrating everything we love about French cuisine with a beautifully curated three-course menu, matched wines and a relaxed afternoon inspired by one of the world's greatest food cultures.
Whether you're a passionate Francophile, a lover of classic French cooking or simply looking for an unforgettable long lunch, this is an experience not to miss.
A Celebration of French Food & Wine
Your afternoon begins with a glass of Veuve Ambal Grand Cuvée Blanc Brut NV, setting the tone for a leisurely dining experience inspired by traditional French bistros and regional cuisine.
Each course has been thoughtfully paired with premium French wines to showcase the flavours of every dish.
Entrée
Choose from three timeless French favourites:
Duck Croquettes
Duck croquettes with smoked paprika aioli.
Croque Monsieur
Smoked leg ham, Gruyère and toasted sourdough.
Quiche Lorraine
Barossa bacon, cheddar, caramelised onion, pear and watercress.
Served alongside Charles Joguet Les Petites Roches Chinon Blanc.
Classic French Mains
Choose one of these French classics:
Cassoulet
Slow-cooked duck, Toulouse sausage, Cannellini beans and crusty baguette.
Poisson en Croûte
Atlantic salmon with tarragon beurre blanc, sautéed leeks and garlic potatoes.
Aloyau
250g porterhouse strip served with pommes frites, Café de Paris butter and red wine jus.
Each main is paired with Charles Joguet Les Petites Roches Chinon Rouge. Every table also enjoys a fresh French-style side salad, mini baguettes and butter.
Dessert
Choose your favourite French finale:
Tart Fine aux Pommes
With cinnamon, verjuice syrup and crème fraîche.
Traditional French Crème Brûlée
Trio of French Cheeses
Fresh and dried fruits, quince paste, nuts and Larouche crackers.
Served with a glass of Château Lapinesse Sauternes.
Why Bastille Day?
Celebrated every year on 14 July, Bastille Day commemorates the storming of the Bastille prison in 1789—an event that marked the beginning of the French Revolution and became a lasting symbol of liberty, equality and fraternity.
Today, it is France's national day, celebrated with parades, incredible food, wine and community gatherings. The Sussex Hotel's Bastille Day Long Lunch pays tribute to those traditions through authentic French flavours and warm hospitality.
Event Details
Date: Saturday 11 July
Time: 12:00pm
Price: $125 per person
Includes
- Three-course French menu
- Premium French wine pairings
- Shared French sides and baguettes
Bookings are essential, with limited places available.
Phone: (08) 8344 1500
Or book online via the Sussex Hotel website.
Vive la France! Join us for an afternoon of exceptional food, outstanding wines and French hospitality as we celebrate Bastille Day in true Sussex style.
