Gratuity is included in the price.
Date: Thursday January 22nd, 2026
Time: 6:00pm, Limited seating available
Location: Restaurant Lucie, 100 Yonge Street, Toronto
Ticket Cost: $251 + tax, inclusive of gratuity, welcome cocktail, canapes, dinner, and wine pairings
Step inside a world where French elegance, seasonal cuisine and insider glamour collide. ELLE Gourmet is bringing its signature flair to Lucie, one of Toronto’s most acclaimed French restaurants, for a one-night-only dining experience. From Michelin-recommended Chef Arnaud Bloquel, enjoy elegant dishes crafted with premium ingredients.
From truffles to the Grey Goose “Goosebump” Experience, this is going to be a highly social dinner party full of conversation, induglence and surprise.
Perfect for a romantic evening, outing with friends or a treat-yourself occasion, dress to impress and come enjoy the cuisine of Lucie which is as artful as it is delicious.
About the Evening:
Arrivals. 6pm arrivals, please be on time!
Welcome cocktails and Canapages. Enjoy welcome cocktails and canapes as you mingle with fellow ELLE Gourmet Insiders and DINR Members
The Grey Goose Goosebump Experience. Courtesy of Grey Goose, enjoy a Grey Goose Martini and a special “caviar bump” aptly named, the Goosebump Experience. Ps - if you haven’t done a bump before, it’s absolutely the best way to truly appreciate fine caviar.
The Menu. Savor a specially curated 4-course tasting menu from award-winning French Chef Arnaud Bloquel. Menu details will be released on arrival, and will feature truffles. Each dish is served with wine pairings. Following dinner, cap off the evening with mignardises and coffee to finish.
Wine Pairings. Appreciate the world of wine with thoughtfully selected wine pairings from Lucie’s sommelier team and one of Toronto’s premier wine importers Halpern Wine Enterprises.
In Conversation. Hear behind-the-scenes stories from Erin McLaughlin, the Editorial Director of ELLE Gourmet Magazine and iconic Toronto restaurateur Yannick Bigourdan, who’s porfolio of restaurants includes Carbon Bar, Lucie, The Berczy Tavern, Carbon Snack Bar, Amano Trattoria, Amano Kitchen, and even Splendido which once reigned Toronto and the beautiful men’s shoe store, Loding. Of course, Chef Arnaud Bloquel will join in the festivities, presenting each dish and sharing his own culinary journey.
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.
Non-Alcoholic Experience. Non-alcoholic pairings are available at the same price; please note preferences when booking.
Dining Experience: Welcome cocktail, canapes, a 4-course tasting menu with pairings, plus mignardises and coffee.
Seating: This is a dinner party and is highly social. As such, you may be at a long table or seating with like-minded guests. Trust us, it’s way more fun this way!
Age Restriction: This is a 19+ experience.
Dietary Restrictions: Due to the nature of the menu, not all dietary needs can be accommodated. For questions, contact Restaurant Lucie or community@getdinr.com. If transferring tickets, the restaurant will try to accommodate new restrictions but cannot guarantee this on short notice.
Tickets & Confirmations: Your order confirmation is your ticket, sent automatically upon purchase (check your spam if you don’t receive it right away). It may appear as “pending” until after the event.
All sales are final, no refunds or credits. Tickets can be transferred.
Pricing & Gratuity: The prepaid price includes gratuity. Tax is added at checkout.
Note: Photos shown are examples of past dishes to illustrate the caliber of culinary artistry.
Gratuity is included in the price.
Date: Thursday January 22nd, 2026
Time: 6:00pm, Limited seating available
Location: Restaurant Lucie, 100 Yonge Street, Toronto
Ticket Cost: $251 + tax, inclusive of gratuity, welcome cocktail, canapes, dinner, and wine pairings
Step inside a world where French elegance, seasonal cuisine and insider glamour collide. ELLE Gourmet is bringing its signature flair to Lucie, one of Toronto’s most acclaimed French restaurants, for a one-night-only dining experience. From Michelin-recommended Chef Arnaud Bloquel, enjoy elegant dishes crafted with premium ingredients.
From truffles to the Grey Goose “Goosebump” Experience, this is going to be a highly social dinner party full of conversation, induglence and surprise.
Perfect for a romantic evening, outing with friends or a treat-yourself occasion, dress to impress and come enjoy the cuisine of Lucie which is as artful as it is delicious.
About the Evening:
Arrivals. 6pm arrivals, please be on time!
Welcome cocktails and Canapages. Enjoy welcome cocktails and canapes as you mingle with fellow ELLE Gourmet Insiders and DINR Members
The Grey Goose Goosebump Experience. Courtesy of Grey Goose, enjoy a Grey Goose Martini and a special “caviar bump” aptly named, the Goosebump Experience. Ps - if you haven’t done a bump before, it’s absolutely the best way to truly appreciate fine caviar.
The Menu. Savor a specially curated 4-course tasting menu from award-winning French Chef Arnaud Bloquel. Menu details will be released on arrival, and will feature truffles. Each dish is served with wine pairings. Following dinner, cap off the evening with mignardises and coffee to finish.
Wine Pairings. Appreciate the world of wine with thoughtfully selected wine pairings from Lucie’s sommelier team and one of Toronto’s premier wine importers Halpern Wine Enterprises.
In Conversation. Hear behind-the-scenes stories from Erin McLaughlin, the Editorial Director of ELLE Gourmet Magazine and iconic Toronto restaurateur Yannick Bigourdan, who’s porfolio of restaurants includes Carbon Bar, Lucie, The Berczy Tavern, Carbon Snack Bar, Amano Trattoria, Amano Kitchen, and even Splendido which once reigned Toronto and the beautiful men’s shoe store, Loding. Of course, Chef Arnaud Bloquel will join in the festivities, presenting each dish and sharing his own culinary journey.
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.
Non-Alcoholic Experience. Non-alcoholic pairings are available at the same price; please note preferences when booking.
Dining Experience: Welcome cocktail, canapes, a 4-course tasting menu with pairings, plus mignardises and coffee.
Seating: This is a dinner party and is highly social. As such, you may be at a long table or seating with like-minded guests. Trust us, it’s way more fun this way!
Age Restriction: This is a 19+ experience.
Dietary Restrictions: Due to the nature of the menu, not all dietary needs can be accommodated. For questions, contact Restaurant Lucie or community@getdinr.com. If transferring tickets, the restaurant will try to accommodate new restrictions but cannot guarantee this on short notice.
Tickets & Confirmations: Your order confirmation is your ticket, sent automatically upon purchase (check your spam if you don’t receive it right away). It may appear as “pending” until after the event.
All sales are final, no refunds or credits. Tickets can be transferred.
Pricing & Gratuity: The prepaid price includes gratuity. Tax is added at checkout.
Note: Photos shown are examples of past dishes to illustrate the caliber of culinary artistry.
