Burns Night at 19h00 on Saturday 26th January in Salle Gérard Philipe in Martignas
This is possibly the most popular event in the BBC calendar and it is extra special this year !
BOOKINGS CLOSE ON MONDAY 7th JANUARY
It’s that time when we celebrate the life of the great Scottish poet, Robert Burns and the BBC always celebrates in the best possible style !
Some would say he was the greatest Scottish poet ever to have lived, and measured by the number of parties held around the world every year to celebrate his anniversary, that could be true. However, it may also have something to do with the whisky, which always flows freely and helps to drown the ‘Haggis Beasty’ !
BOOKINGS FOR THIS EVENT CLOSE ON MONDAY 7th JANUARY
Our Burns Night will have the traditional menu will of smoked salmon, haggis, neeps, tatties and fruit tart together with wine and whisky at the inclusive price of 20€ for adults and 10€ for children. Entertainment will include the pipes, some Burns recitation and the traditional ‘Address to the Haggis’ ( together with its stabbing! ) followed by optional dancing for all.
Every year Burns Night is a BBC favourite but there are disappointments as it is always overbooked due to space limitations. Problem solved this year as we are delighted to be invited to join forces with the Martingas Jumellage Association. We have no space restrictions this year and the event will take place in the excellent events room in Martignas.
Martingas Jumellage
Martingas are twinned with Aboyne which is a historic village on the edge of the Highlands in Aberdeenshire, on the River Dee, midway between the Cairngorms National Park and Aberdeen.
Starter: Smoked salmon, salad, slice of lemon and vinaigrette
Main course : Haggis, fresh mashed tatties and mashed neaps
Dessert: Apple and fruit tart
Coffee
Whisky, water and wine will be available.
Booking – Online
Booking deadline: Monday 7th January 2019.
20€ for adults and 10€ for children
We use the Helloasso online payments system.
The Helloasso system adds a voluntary ‘tip’ called a ‘Pourboire’, at the page which summarises your payment. If you do not wish to leave a tip, click ‘Modifier‘ and then click the feint box to the left of ‘Je ne souhaite pas laisser de pourboire‘. There is no obligation for you to add a tip.
Please have your bank card and mobile phone available. The number of the phone must be the one registered against your bank account and will be used by your bank to verify your payment.
Join in the festive spirit and come along with us for a visit to the Bordeaux Christmas market in Allées de Tourny on Friday, 14th December at 19:00 followed by dinner at “L’Entrecote” at 20:30 to enjoy delicious steak with their trademark delicious sauce, copious frites and, if you have room, an appetising dessert.
Have a wander around the Christmas market, packed with stalls. In previous years the men never make it past the first stall, of which there are many, selling vin chaud !
The Bordeaux Christmas market is a must see, an integral part of the magical atmosphere in the run up to Christmas !
The wooden chalets set up for the occasion make up a charming picture of a village where everything can be found: gifts, sweets, gourmet food, Christmas decorations for the home, candles, toys, fashion, accessories, designer jewellery, linen and crafts made by the local artisans ( and vin chaud! )
Indulge in a little Christmas shopping. Or maybe just enjoy a glass or three of vin chaud and chat with friends!
L’Entrecôte
Following our visit to the market we have arranged to eat dinner at the always popular restaurant L’Entrecôte to enjoy a steak smothered with sa sauce fameuse.
The price is 19€ for steak, frites and salad. Desserts are 5,50€ to 6€. Red or rose house wine from local Château Thieuley is 16€ per bottle and coffee is 1,60€. L’Entrecote is extremely popular with a fun atmosphere and never disappoints.
The Dessert à la carte list includes:
Le plateau de fromage, La coupe Côte d’or, L’ananas frais au masquarin, La coupe Jack, Les profiteroles au chocolat, Le semi-fredo au grand marnier, La coupe streza, Nos fruits melba, Le vacherin au chocolat, Les fruits rafraichis au kirsch, Le mont blanc, Nos tartes maison, Notre crème caramel, Nos glaces et sorbets, La surprise de la Jamaïque, Nos liégeois (café, chocolat, praliné), Le fondant au chocolat maison or La mousse au chocolat.
Location and Times
We meet at 7pm by the children’s carousel ride situated at the entrance to the Christmas Market at the Grand Theatre end of Allee de Tourny to then enjoy the market, followed by dinner at 8.30pm
Booking
If you would like more information then please contact Colette. Contact details for Colette are in the Membership Directory here
Alternatively please reserve online below. Closing date is Thursday 13th December.
NEW NEW: We are pleased to announce that this year we have Nadège, an excellent female singer/guitarist with a repertoire covering British and American Soul, Pop, Country, Folk, Rock, old classics, songs of romance and songs that are fun. Nadège will be singing during the welcome apero and afterwards before the disco. Nadege’s native language is English and she performs in English.
We are returning to the stunning Château La Chèze in Floirac for our annual Christmas Party and Dinner on Friday, 7th December.
The price for members is unbeatable value for at 45€ per BBC member for a fantastic evening. The price for member’s guests is 55€ per person. Very much an evening to suit everyone. Enjoy good food and wine. Be calm or to be energetic. The choice is yours. Oh ……. and also to enjoy great company in a beautiful environment!
Your evening commences at 7pm with a glass or two of kir petillant and canapes – an opportunity to meet up with friends and to welcome new members.
This year the drama group are taking a break. Many (Ed: at least one!) asked why? The answer is: “…. to preserve our artistic integrity and keep our air of mystery” !!! (We are planning something special as a replacement which will be announced soon)
Please order your choice of each of the three courses in advance.
After dinner there will be dancing to a selection of oldies and goodies and some up to date music into the wee hours of the morning. All those memories will come flooding back! The energetic can enjoy a boogie; maybe a smooch or two for the romantically inclined and we may be sure that some of the old faithfuls (music that is!) will make an appearance.
Or if you are not feeling energetic, just sit and chat with friends and do not worry as the drinks from the ‘Night Bar’ will not run out!
Be calm and chat, relax or be energetic and dance. The choice is totally yours !
* Venue
Château La Chèze – 27 Avenue Pierre Semirot, 33270 FLOIRAC.
The château was built in the late 19th century on the grounds of a former small fortified castle by a wealthy market gardener.
The art nouveau style mansion has been modernized to high standards whilst retaining many of the original charming features. The staff are always very helpful and friendly and they create a great ambience for us to enjoy.
Our food will be prepared and cooked by resident chef Jean-Baptiste Lévy and his team who served us well last time.
For directions and a map, please see the ‘Directions and Map‘ section at the very bottom of this page.
* Program for the Evening and Menu – fantastic value for only 45€ !
7:00 – Nadège performing a mix of well-known songs in English
7:30: Please take your seats for dinner
Dinner choices:
Entrée (to be chosen in advance):
Gâteau de lapin confit, pommes Granny Smith et tuiles parmesan
OR Velouté de châtaignes et pépites de lard
Main Course (to be chosen in advance):
Merlu, tagliatelles de légumes et crème citron
OR Sourie d’agneau confite au ras-el-hanout et caviar d’aubergines
Dessert (to be chosen in advance):
Pavlova aux fruits du moment
OR Travail autour du chocolat
Wines and water
Coffee accompanied by songs performed by Nadège
After Dinner
Optional dancing
Optional chatting
Optional ….. !
‘Night Bar’ – Crémant and wine ( Digestifs such as whisky and gin are available for purchase at the bar )
Unbeatable value for BBC Member’s price of 45€ !!
* Dress Code
Completely optional. Come dressed to enjoy yourself !
* Booking
If you require further information then please contact Avril or Ian whose contact details are here
We use the Helloasso online booking and payments system and they add a suggested ‘tip’ called a Pouboire, at the page which summarises your payment.
If you do not wish to leave a tip, please click ‘Modifier‘ and then click the feint box to the left of ‘Je ne souhaite pas laisser de pourboire‘. There is no obligation for you to add a tip.
Please have your bank or credit card available and also your mobile phone for payment verification.
There are are a number of good lower price local hotels available nearby. Some of these hotels are listed below. Prices will increase as we get closer to Christmas, so book early!
Recommend that you book your taxi in advance rather than waiting until you need it. When booking your taxi, please make sure that you have the château address to hand which is: Château la Chèze, 27 Avenue Pierre Semirot, 33270 FLOIRAC
The château reception will book your taxi but do not wait until the last minute !
Celebrate Thanksgiving with a buffet meal in the centre of Bordeaux chez Henley and Tommy.
This is a North American tradition that Henley has been hosting in France for the last decade and along with the classic stuffed turkey, mashed potatoes and green bean casserole
The menu includes dishes from the American South such as cheesy grits, cornbread, creamed corn, bourbon roasted ham, sweet potato casserole and macaroni and cheese.
The meal will be washed down with local wine and to finish we will enjoy some famous pumpkin pie, key lime pie from Florida and pecan pie.
It promises to me a lively afternoon!
Location
Central Bordeaux near Porte de Bourgogne. The address will be sent by email after receipt of your booking.
Booking
The last date to register for is before Monday, 19th November.
We use the Helloasso online booking and payments system and they add a suggested ‘tip’ called a Pouboire, at the page which summarises your payment.
If you do not wish to leave a tip, please click ‘Modifier‘ and then click the feint box to the left of ‘Je ne souhaite pas laisser de pourboire‘. There is no obligation for you to add a tip.
Please have your bank or credit card available and also your mobile phone for payment verification.
It’s that time again, when we celebrate the life of the great Scottish poet, Robert Burns.
Some would say he was the greatest (Scottish) poet ever to have lived, and measured by the number of parties held around the world every year to celebrate his anniversary, that could be true. However, it may also have something to do with the whisky, which always flows freely and helps to drown the ‘Haggis Beasty’.
Whatever, this year the celebration returns to Martignas but the formula remains the same.
The traditional menu will consist of smoked salmon, haggis, neeps, tatties and trifle with wine and whisky at the inclusive price of 20€ per head. Entertainment will include the pipes, some Burns recitation and the traditional ‘Address to the Haggis’ (together with its stabbing).
Space limitations for a sit down dinner mean that only 28 people can be accommodated and places will be allocated on a strict booking order basis. So …… book early !
Booking
This event is always very popular and demand is always greater than the number of places available. If you would like to attend, then please contact John B direct or complete the online booking form as soon as possible.
Payment in advance is required for this event so please send your cheque, made out to the BBC for 20€ per person, direct to John B.
When using the on-line booking form, please note the following:
Do not forget to press ‘Submit’
If you do not receive a confirmation from the organiser within 48 hours then your booking has not been recorded and we ask you to contact the organiser direct for your booking confirmation
Comments from previous years
“It was a sell out! The full capacity of 28 members booked. Guests commenced the evening with a rather potent Scottish Sparkle, skilfully prepared and ladled out by John. There was a healthy display of tartan evident, together with knobbly knees displayed by the kilt wearing Scotsmen!”
“We were treated to animated singing led by Kit of ‘Comin’ thro’ the rye’ accompanied – as has become the custom at our Celtic events – by Jack, duly dressed in fine regalia. He then lead the magnificent procession, with several circuits, piping in the Haggis. The strident bagpipes were momentarily silenced when the key pipe came adrift, causing some amusement, but not detracting from the spectacle of Eileen proudly bearing the Haggis! Chris then treated us to an ‘Address to the Haggis’ before brutally stabbing it!”
” …….. then to the serious part – eating the haggis and it was agreed by many to be the best ever ! It was of course accompanied by the traditional, neeps and tatties (mashed potatoes). Less obvious was that the excellent whisky, served to all, was to be partially poured on the haggis (like gravy).”
” ……….. a toast to the ‘Lassies’ to which Eileen responded in song ! Then to the plentiful and rich Trifles ……”
” ….. and we concluded with coffee and excellent Shortbread. The pipes were exercised his again to accompany us singing ‘Flower of Scotland’, and finally ‘Auld Lang Syne’ (perhaps Robbie Burns’ most famous rendering)”
We are delighted to be returning to Arthur’s Pub where we all had a great time last year. So, celebrate St Patrick’s Day 2018 in style in an Irish Pub, come along and be ready to enjoy a good Irish dinner, Irish music and plus dancing. Wear something green if you can and bring your Irish hats. Otherwise, St Patrick will not mind if you just come and enjoy yourself as we all did last year !!
What is St Patrick’s Day?
St Patrick’s Day was originally a religious celebration marking the day the patron saint of Ireland, Saint Patrick, died. Also known as the Feast of St Patrick, the day became an official feast day in the early 17th century and heralded the introduction of Christianity in Ireland.
With Lenten restrictions being lifted for the day, the Irish paid tribute to the Saint by eating and often having a drink or two !
Time
Our Irish dinner will be at 8 pm
Menu and Price
The menu and price ( price last year was 25€, drinks and coffee extra ) are soon to be confirmed and notified to BBC members. ( As a guide the price last year was 25€, drinks and coffee extra )
Starters
Irish Calcannon: ( tartare of potato,cabbage,whisky,poached egg,green asparagus and asparagus sauce )
or
Carpaccio of marinated salmon, buttered toast
Main Courses
Medallion of veal, Guinness sauce, fried cabbage,courgettes and bacon, pommes darphin (thin chips)
or
Fish and chips, crispy pesto potatoes, coleslaw, tartare sauce
Desserts
Banoffee
or
Raspberry crumble
Price: 30€ including coffee and 25 cl of wine per person. ( This compares very favourably with the price last year when wine and coffee were extra )
Music and Dance
There will be a DJ and you will be able to dance until 2am if you feel inclined!!
Location
L’Irlande sur le Bassin!
Arthur’s Pub, 3 Avenue Paul Gauguin, 33138 Lanton (close to Andernos)
Booking
Join us for an Irish night! Colette looks forward to seeing as many of us as possible and having a taste of Ireland!
Please either register your attendance and menu options online below or direct with Colette whose contact details are here or alternatively please book online below.
When using the on-line booking form, please note the following:
Do not forget to press ‘Submit’
If you do not receive a confirmation from the organiser within 48 hours then your booking has not been recorded and we ask you to contact the organiser direct for your booking confirmation
Directions
Coming from Bordeaux:
Take the Cassy turn off on the dual carriage way (which is actually the 1st roundabout you come to). Follow the road to the end and at the traffic lights, turn left. At the Intermarche traffic lights, turn right and the Pub is directly in front of you.
For those coming from Biganos direction:
Follow the road through Audenge and turn left at the Intermarche traffic lights but to do this, as you approach the traffic lights, you veer right at Intermarche petrol station then at the traffic lights there, turn left and Arthur’s Pub is straight in front.
Join in the festive spirit and come along with us for a visit to the Bordeaux Christmas market in Allées de Tourny on Friday, 8th December at 19:00 followed by dinner at “L’Entrecote” and enjoy one of their delicious steaks and, if you have room, an appetising dessert.
Have a wander around the Christmas market, packed with stalls. The Bordeaux Christmas market is a must see, an integral part of the magical atmosphere in the run up to Christmas !
The wooden chalets set up for the occasion make up a charming picture of a village where everything can be found: gifts, sweets, gourmet food, Christmas decorations for the home, candles, toys, fashion, accessories, designer jewellery, linen and crafts made by the local artisans.
Indulge in a little Christmas shopping. Or maybe just enjoy a glass or three of vin chaud and chat with friends!
Dinner
Following our visit to the market we have arranged to eat dinner at the ever popular restaurant L‘Entrecote’ to enjoy a steak smothered with sa sauce fameuse.
The price is 19€ for steak, frites and salad. Desserts are 5,50€ to 6€. Red or rose house wine from local Château Thieuley is 16€ per bottle and coffee is 1,60€. L’Entrecote is very popular and never disappoints.
The Dessert à la carte list includes:
Le plateau de fromage, La coupe Côte d’or, L’ananas frais au masquarin, La coupe Jack, Les profiteroles au chocolat, Le semi-fredo au grand marnier, La coupe streza, Nos fruits melba, Le vacherin au chocolat, Les fruits rafraichis au kirsch, Le mont blanc, Nos tartes maison, Notre crème caramel, Nos glaces et sorbets, La surprise de la Jamaïque, Nos liégeois (café, chocolat, praliné), Le fondant au chocolat maison or La mousse au chocolat.
Location and Times
We meet at 7pm by the children’s carousel ride situated at the entrance to the Christmas Market at the Grand Theatre end of Allee de Tourny to then enjoy the market, followed by dinner at 8.30pm
Booking
If you would like to join us then please contact Norma B or Colette. Contact details for Norma and Colette are in the Membership Directory here
Alternatively please reserve online. Closing date is Friday 1st December.
When using the on-line booking form, please note the following:
Do not forget to press ‘Submit’
If you do not receive a confirmation from the organiser within 48 hours then your booking has not been recorded and we ask you to contact the organiser direct for your booking confirmation
This year we are again returning to the stunning Château La Chèze in Floirac for our annual Christmas Party and Dinner.
The price for members is fantastic value at 45€ per person which is unchanged from last year. The price for member’s guests is 55€ per person. Very much an evening to suit everyone. To enjoy good food and wine. To be calm or to be energetic. The choice is yours. Oh ……. and also to enjoy great company in a beautiful environment!
Your evening commences at 7pm with a glass or two of kir petillant and canapes – an opportunity to meet up with friends and to welcome new members.
Followed by a production by the drama group of ‘Murder on the Medoc Express’. This year’s production is definitely not for the squeamish !
The suspense is intense ! Shortlisted for BBC Oscars ! Will they run out of cast members before the shooting, stabbing, poisoning and occasional strangulation are complete ? Will Poiwot, Captain Wastings, Inspector Maigway and Miss Marbles discover who dun it ! Will it be a shambles ? (Editor’s comment: It usually is ! )
Once you have recovered your composure from the drama, dinner will be served.
Please order your choice of each of the three courses in advance.
After dinner there will be dancing to a selection of oldies and goodies and some up to date music into the wee hours of the morning. All those memories will come flooding back! The energetic can enjoy a boogie; maybe a smooch or two for the romantically inclined and we may be sure that some of the old faithfuls (music that is!) will make an appearance.
Or if you are not feeling energetic, just sit and chat with friends and do not worry as the drinks from the ‘Night Bar’ will not run out!
Be calm and chat, relax or be energetic and dance. The choice is totally yours !
* Venue
Château La Chèze – 27 Avenue Pierre Semirot, 33270 FLOIRAC.
The château was built in the late 19th century on the grounds of a former small fortified castle by a wealthy market gardener. The art nouveau style mansion has been modernized to high standards whilst retaining many of the original charming features. The staff are helpful and friendly and create a great ambience for us to enjoy.
The restaurant is under new management and our food will be prepared and cooked by resident chef Jean-Baptiste Lévy and his team.
* Program for the Evening and Menu – fantastic value for only 45€ !
‘Murder on the Medoc Express‘ by the BBC Drama Group
Dinner choices:
Entrée (to be chosen in advance):
Foie gras mi-cuit maison et chutney de poires
OR Raviole de Homard à l’orientale
Main Course (to be chosen in advance):
Tronçon de Lotte, embeurrée de poireaux crème poivre pomelos
OR Pavé de noix de Veau, pommes darphin et sauce périgourdine
Desert (to be chosen in advance):
Coulant au Chocolat pépites au sésame
OR Gratin de Fruits exotique, sorbet à la passion
Wines and water
Coffee
After Dinner
Optional dancing
Optional chatting
Optional …..
‘Night Bar’ – Crémant and wine ( Digestifs such as whisky and gin are available for purchase at the bar )
All for a BBC Member price of 45€ !!
* Dress Code
Completely optional. Come dressed to enjoy yourselves !
* Booking
If you require further information then please contact Avril whose contact details are here
Please book online here or book direct with Avril.
A cheque made payable to ‘Bordeaux British Community’ for 45€ per BBC member and 50€ per guest is required before the closing date of mid-November.
Please send your cheque to Avril whose address details are here ( If you have forgotten your password to the BBC Membership Directory then please click here )
The château has 14 rooms but all are now booked by BBC members for the party
There are are a number of good quality lower price local hotels available nearby. Some of these hotels are listed below. Prices will increase as you get closer to Christmas, so book early!
Recommend that you book your taxi in advance rather than waiting until you need it. When booking your taxi, please make sure that you have the château address to hand which is: Château la Chèze, 27 Avenue Pierre Semirot, 33270 FLOIRAC
The château reception will book your taxi but do not wait until the last minute !
Or use Pages Jaune– In the first search box enter ‘taxi’. In the second box enter either Floirac 33270′ or ‘Cenon 33150’. Click ‘Afficher Le No. to display a phone number.
Come and join us for our annual St George’s celebrations to enjoy yourself and remember or forget dragons and Brexiteers in a far away land !
This year we will be celebrating Saint George in Andernos les Bains with a British style BBQ, English beer and wine together with live music courtesy of David Roberts with the Lafayette Club Band. Sorry no Morris Dancers but beer, wine, soft drinks, music and great company all for a king’s ransom of just 15€ per person !
Last year we all had a great time and were over booked. This year numbers are restricted to a maximum of 40 so please book as soon as possible to avoid disappointment particularly as this event is on a Saturday at 12:15 !
All will be undercover in case of rain.
Location
Andernos les Bains. Location details and directions are contained in the March and April Newsletters.
Booking
Please either book direct with Brian or online below. Brian’s contact details are in the March and April Newsletters and also in the Membership Directory here
As soon as you book, please send your cheque direct to Brian, payable to the BBC, for 15€ per BBC member plus 18€ per guest.
When using the on-line booking form, please note the following:
Do not forget to press ‘Submit’
If you do not receive a confirmation from the organiser within 48 hours then your booking has not been recorded and we ask you to contact the organiser direct for your booking confirmation
If you would like to celebrate St Patrick in style and in an Irish Pub, come along and be ready to enjoy an Irish dinner, Irish music and other plus dancing. Wear something green if you can, and bring your Irish hats!!
Time
Our Irish dinner will be at 8 pm
Menu and Price
The menu below will be 25€, drinks and coffee extra. Choice of menu and payment on the night.
Blinis a l’irlandaise et au saumon fume or Coeur d’artichaut, oeuf poche et bacon grille
………..
Joue de boeuf a la Guinness, ecrase de pommes de terre a la cebette (spring onion) or Fish and chips, cremeux de petits pois
………..
Trifle aux fraises or Cheesecake au Bailey’s
Music and Dance
There will be a DJ and you will be able to dance until 2am if you feel inclined!!
Location
L’Irlande sur le Bassin!
Arthur’s Pub, 3 Avenue Paul Gauguin, 33138 Lanton (close to Andernos)
Booking
Join us for an Irish night! Colette looks forward to seeing many of us as possible and having a taste of Ireland!
Please either register direct with Collette whose contact details are in the Membership Directory here or alternatively please book online below.
When using the on-line booking form, please note the following:
Do not forget to press ‘Submit’
If you do not receive a confirmation from the organiser within 48 hours then your booking has not been recorded and we ask you to contact the organiser direct for your booking confirmation
Directions
Coming from Bordeaux:
Take the Cassy turn off on the dual carriage way (which is actually the 1st roundabout you come to). Follow the road to the end and at the traffic lights, turn left. At the Intermarche traffic lights, turn right and the Pub is directly in front of you.
For those coming from Biganos direction:
Follow the road through Audenge and turn left at the Intermarche traffic lights but to do this, as you approach the traffic lights, you veer right at Intermarche petrol station then at the traffic lights there, turn left and Arthur’s Pub is straight in front.
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Château La Chèze – 27 Avenue Pierre Semirot, 33270 FLOIRAC.
Recommend that you book your taxi in advance rather than waiting until you need it. When booking your taxi, please make sure that you have the château address to hand which is: Château la Chèze, 27 Avenue Pierre Semirot, 33270 FLOIRAC
It’s that time again, when we celebrate the life of the great Scottish poet, Robert Burns.
This year we are again returning to the stunning Château La Chèze in Floirac for our annual Christmas Party and Dinner.
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