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Indulge in Le French May surprises at Happy Valley Racecourse

03/05/2016

Le French May will bring its annual dose of French ambience to Happy Wednesday (photo 1) on the evenings of May 4, 11 and 18 with racing action and world-class performances.  The authentically Parisian party vibe will include exquisite French wines and cuisines.  With thrilling feature races  including the France Galop Cup and the Le French May Trophy on May 11, plus the Sauternes Cup on May 18, it all adds up to an ooh-la-la fusion of French culture and party fun.

Fabulous stage performances by acclaimed artistes
Be sure to see and hear the internationally acclaimed groups, travelling in from far and wide to perform at Hong Kong’s French May Art Festival; showcasing the French savoir-faire in music, acrobatics and dance at Happy Valley Racecourse.

4 May - French Fun Brass & Cirque Eloize Dancer
A stage full of musicians and acrobats will set the night alight with their daring, split-second synchronization of original brass music and daring juggling and tricycle and cyr wheel feats.

11 May - Electrogène Fanfare Club
The traditions of south-western France are amongst the most colourful in all Europe.  The Electrogène Fanfare Club will give all the spirit and energy of music played during the legendary parties in the south of France and Spain.

18 May - Hip-Hop Revolution
Backed by infectious electronic beats and mashing up truly eye-popping hip hop, breakdance and clubbing steps, Hip Hop Revolution’s dancers are another Le French May must-see.

Discover truly exquisite French cuisine
What more wonderful way to experience French culture at its finest than by exploring our trackside kiosks’ mouthwatering arrays of superlative wines and cuisines?

French cuisine

Price

Blanquette of Veal with Rice Pilaf (photo 2)

$75

Baked Sole Roulade with Salmon & Spinach Mousse in Orange Ginger Sauce (photo 3) 

$75

Oven Roasted Duck with Orange Sauce, French Style (photo 4)

$88

Roasted Australia Lamb Loin with Pistachio Crust (photo 5)

$115

Escargot & Scampi Puff Parcels (2pc) (photo 6)

$45

Shepherd's Pie, French Style (photo 7)

$45

Pizza with Anchovies & Caramelized Onion, French Style (photo 8)

$45

Deep-fried Escargot & Foie Gras Raviolis (3pcs) (photo 9)

$60

Trio Vol Au Vent with Goose Liver, Duck Confit & Smoked Salmon with Black Truffle (photo 10)

$60

Lemon Meringue Tart (1pc) (photo 11)

$30

Paris-Brest (1pc) (photo 12)

$30

Chocolate & Mocca Eclair (1pc) (photo 13)

$30

Unbeatable range and value
An extensive array of French vino from Bordeaux, Burgundy, Champagne and Alsace will be on offer at Happy Valley.  On May 4 and 11, wine lovers can treat themselves generously by purchasing a special wine pass at $150 and savour a 100ml serving from each of the red, green, and blue categories of French wine. 

Win fabulous prizes in fantastic French-themed game
Racegoers can have their face or body painted in tricolor-style red, white or blue at the Make Up For Ever’s on-track counter and try a few French accessories such as bowties and berets.  Take a selfie using the designated user-friendly app and then upload it to Instagram adding the location Happy Valley Racecourse and #HappyWednesday (photo14).  The best photo from each of the French nights will be awarded a $1,000 cash voucher.

Le French May offerings at adrenaline and The Gallery

  • Sublime French signature dishes will be available on adrenaline’s buffet menu and each customer will receive a complimentary Ladurée macaroon gift box.  Jennifer Palor and band will be performing between races.
  • French appetizers and dessert will be available on The Gallery’s buffet menu together with selected French wine to compliment the main course.  Join the racing quiz game for the chance to win a French-themed gift.
  • For reservations please call 3690-3690 (24-hour hotline).  

For enquiries, please call HKJC's Customer Hotline 1817 .


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