Toronto | La Collab No. 12 | July 24th, 2025 | Quetzal x Lucie
Presented by Restaurant Lucie, DINR, Perrier Jouet and San Pellegrino.
Date & Time: Thursday July 24th. Reservation times at your discretion.
Location: Restaurant Lucie, 100 Yonge Street, Toronto
A Night of Oaxacan & French Elegance: Quetzal x Lucie
For one night only, two of Toronto’s most celebrated culinary forces unite for an unforgettable evening of fire, finesse, and flavor. Michelin-starred Quetzal and Michelin-recognized Restaurant Lucie come together for a rare chef collaboration that bridges the bold, soulful traditions of Oaxaca with the refined artistry of French cuisine.
Join Chef Steven Molnar of Quetzal and Chef Arnaud Bloquel of Lucie as they craft a multi-course tasting menu that highlights their distinct styles and shared passion for technique, terroir, and storytelling through food. Expect wood-fired ingredients, complex moles, seasonal Ontario produce, and luxurious French touches in a dynamic, collaborative expression of two worlds.
Seats are limited for this exclusive evening, a celebration of culinary craftsmanship at the highest level.
Inclusions & Details:
A complimentary glass of Perrier Jouet Champagne upon arrival.
A decadent, one-night-only multi-course menu crafted by the culinary teams of Restaurant Lucie and Quetzal.
Premium, thoughtfully procured wine and cocktail pairings. Non-alcoholic pairings are also available (please indicate in the notes when booking).
This is a pre-paid, non cancellable, non refundable, experience for $315 per person, inclusive of beverage pairings and gratuity, excluding applicable tax.
Pricing is the same whether you have wine pairings or non-alc pairings.
See additional details below.
Presented by Restaurant Lucie, DINR, Perrier Jouet and San Pellegrino.
Date & Time: Thursday July 24th. Reservation times at your discretion.
Location: Restaurant Lucie, 100 Yonge Street, Toronto
A Night of Oaxacan & French Elegance: Quetzal x Lucie
For one night only, two of Toronto’s most celebrated culinary forces unite for an unforgettable evening of fire, finesse, and flavor. Michelin-starred Quetzal and Michelin-recognized Restaurant Lucie come together for a rare chef collaboration that bridges the bold, soulful traditions of Oaxaca with the refined artistry of French cuisine.
Join Chef Steven Molnar of Quetzal and Chef Arnaud Bloquel of Lucie as they craft a multi-course tasting menu that highlights their distinct styles and shared passion for technique, terroir, and storytelling through food. Expect wood-fired ingredients, complex moles, seasonal Ontario produce, and luxurious French touches in a dynamic, collaborative expression of two worlds.
Seats are limited for this exclusive evening, a celebration of culinary craftsmanship at the highest level.
Inclusions & Details:
A complimentary glass of Perrier Jouet Champagne upon arrival.
A decadent, one-night-only multi-course menu crafted by the culinary teams of Restaurant Lucie and Quetzal.
Premium, thoughtfully procured wine and cocktail pairings. Non-alcoholic pairings are also available (please indicate in the notes when booking).
This is a pre-paid, non cancellable, non refundable, experience for $315 per person, inclusive of beverage pairings and gratuity, excluding applicable tax.
Pricing is the same whether you have wine pairings or non-alc pairings.
See additional details below.
Presented by Restaurant Lucie, DINR, Perrier Jouet and San Pellegrino.
Date & Time: Thursday July 24th. Reservation times at your discretion.
Location: Restaurant Lucie, 100 Yonge Street, Toronto
A Night of Oaxacan & French Elegance: Quetzal x Lucie
For one night only, two of Toronto’s most celebrated culinary forces unite for an unforgettable evening of fire, finesse, and flavor. Michelin-starred Quetzal and Michelin-recognized Restaurant Lucie come together for a rare chef collaboration that bridges the bold, soulful traditions of Oaxaca with the refined artistry of French cuisine.
Join Chef Steven Molnar of Quetzal and Chef Arnaud Bloquel of Lucie as they craft a multi-course tasting menu that highlights their distinct styles and shared passion for technique, terroir, and storytelling through food. Expect wood-fired ingredients, complex moles, seasonal Ontario produce, and luxurious French touches in a dynamic, collaborative expression of two worlds.
Seats are limited for this exclusive evening, a celebration of culinary craftsmanship at the highest level.
Inclusions & Details:
A complimentary glass of Perrier Jouet Champagne upon arrival.
A decadent, one-night-only multi-course menu crafted by the culinary teams of Restaurant Lucie and Quetzal.
Premium, thoughtfully procured wine and cocktail pairings. Non-alcoholic pairings are also available (please indicate in the notes when booking).
This is a pre-paid, non cancellable, non refundable, experience for $315 per person, inclusive of beverage pairings and gratuity, excluding applicable tax.
Pricing is the same whether you have wine pairings or non-alc pairings.
See additional details below.
PRESENTED BY
Meet the Chefs
Chef Arnaud Bloqel - Restaurant Lucie
Born in Guadeloupe, Chef Arnaud Bloquel's culinary journey blends rich cultural influences with the precision of Michelin-starred French kitchens. After gaining acclaim for his restaurant L'Orchidea in the Caribbean, Chef Bloquel brought his expertise to Toronto, where he now leads the kitchen at Restaurant Lucie.
His contemporary approach to French cuisine, paired with a focus on seasonal ingredients and creative techniques, has redefined Toronto's fine dining scene. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, Chef Bloquel continues to elevate the city’s culinary landscape, crafting dishes that merge tradition with modern flair.
Chef Steven Molnar - Quetzal
Steven Molnar is a Toronto-based chef whose culinary journey began at 17, driven by a deep belief in food’s power to bring joy and spark connection. He trained at George Brown College and later at the Institut Paul Bocuse in Lyon, France, where he honed classical techniques and developed a reverence for fine ingredients and craftsmanship.
Molnar gained experience at some of Canada’s most respected kitchens, including Toqué in Montreal and Nota Bene in Toronto, before expanding his culinary range with Spanish cuisine at Bar Isabel and Bar Raval. In 2019, he became Executive Chef and Partner at Quetzal, where he brings the vibrant, regional traditions of Mexican cuisine to life through open-fire cooking. Under his leadership, Quetzal earned and retains a Michelin Star, with Molnar continuing to blend tradition and innovation in every dish.
Additional Notes
This is a 19+ experience.
Due to the nature of the special menu, not all dietary restrictions may be accommodated. If you have specific dietary questions, please reach out to Restaurant Lucie or community@getdinr.com.
No refunds or event credits are permitted. If you cannot make the event, you are welcome to transfer your tickets to other guests in your circle. Please note that if you are transferring your tickets to another person(s), the restaurant team will do their best to accommodate any new dietary restrictions but cannot guarantee that all will be accommodated on short notice.
Your order confirmation is your ticket. This will be automatically sent to you upon purchase. Please check your spam to ensure you have it. Please note that it may be marked ‘pending’ until after the event is complete.
Photos are an example of the calibre of culinary artistry you can expect at the event, as they are examples of past dishes from the two culinary teams.