Author Archives: Gene Jenkins

On August 17, 2024, ten (10) members and guests enjoyed the delicious cuisine of Chef Sebastian and gracious service of Hostess Valerie at Bistro La Baguette at La Table Française, at which we shared lively conversation in French.  

On the evening of July 14, 2024, 12 members celebrated “la Fête Nationale” (Bastille Day/French Independence Day) in the Private Dining Room of  the renowned Le Colonial Restaurant in Olde Naples, with endlessly copious servings of delicious French and Vietnamese … Continue reading →

On May 28, 2024, ten (10) members and guests enjoyed the delicious cuisine of Chef Anthony and ambiance of Hostess Sandie and her serving team at Café Normandie at La Table Française, at which we shared lively conversation in French.

On Saturday, May 11, 2024, fifteen (15) members dined in the beautiful Pelican Bay Beach  setting at Marker 36 Restaurant, for our End-of-Season Picnic.   Many thanks to Kevin McDermott for hosting this annual event.

On April 21, 2024, we gathered at Salon de Thé Sweet Couple in North Naples.  The lunch was delicious, and the dessert was delightful.  The hostess is also the owner of the restaurant next door, Tartine & Tartelette.  We welcomed … Continue reading →

The Assemblée Générale/Annual Business Meeting was held at The Village Spot in North Naples on Saturday, April 13, 2024, preceded by a delicious 3-course lunch.  Denyse Jenkins was re-elected President.  Beth Hall was elected to the Board of Directors.

On February 27, 2024, La Causerie was held at The French Brasserie Rustique in Olde Naples, at which twenty (20) members and guests enjoyed a 2-course luncheon, followed by presentations of“L’Hôtel de Cavailhez” in Carcassonne, France, by Beth Hall; and … Continue reading →

On February 10, 2024, 20 members and guests celebrated Mardi Gras at Brio Italian Grille at Waterside Shops in North Naples, which served a delicious 3-course dinner.  We enjoyed Kevin Soucie, who serenaded us with French songs all night long.  … Continue reading →

On January 25, 2024, twenty-seven (27) members and guests enjoyed the delicious cuisine of Chef Anthony and ambiance of Hostess Sandie and her serving team at Café Normandie at our first La Table Française of the New Year.  We welcomed … Continue reading →

Fifteen (15) members and guests celebrated our annual Dîner de Noël at Casa Cotzelli in North Naples, where we savored a delicious three-course meal.  After dinner we had the traditional holiday gift exchange.