Chef Alain Fabregues

Chef Alain Fabrègues presents his latest cookbook "Degustation"
on Tuesday 24 August.

Chef Alain is the owner and Executive Chef of one of Australia’s finest restaurants Loose Box.
He also holds the Meilleurs Ouviers de France: Cuisine Restauration,
a title bestowed by the President of France.

To launch his first book 'Degustation', we invite you and your guests to experience
a selection of signature dishes, matched with wine at the elegant Privé 249.
Sofitel Brisbane Central will be offering a special price of $149 including book
for guests who are members of Alliance Française to partake in Degustation Dinner
this Tuesday 24th August (regular price $199).

Chef Alain will also be hosting a Market Tour and Gourmet Interactive Breakfast in the morning,
or you can come and meet him at his Champagne Book Signing in the evening.

	Chef Alain’s Degustation Menu ~ Privé 249 Appetizer Snails with Profiteroles First Entrée Fresh Pea Cappuccino Second Entrée Salmon Gravalax Main Course Venison and Rabbit Pie Dessert Nougat Glace To Finish Coffee and Petit Fours Price: $149 for Alliance Française Guests (instead of $199) Including a complimentary copy of Chef Alain's cookbook 'Degustation' (RRP $85) Time: 6.00pm until 9.30pm Date: Tuesday 24th August, 2010 Venue: Privé 249
	Market Tour and Gourmet Interactive Breakfast ~ Thyme2 Chef Alain invites you to enjoy a private guided tour of the Brisbane Markets to discover the finest fresh local produce. The Brisbane Markets are Brisbane’s leading market facility, open to the public every weekend and recently every Wednesday night for the twilight markets. Guests will be treated to an insight into product selection, seasonality and versatility of the local produce. You will also learn valuable market shopping tricks and the elements needed to create a delicious meal. Following the tour, guests are invited to savour an interactive breakfast buffet in Thyme2 Restaurant with Chef Alain. This is an opportunity to learn the secrets of being a culinary architect and appreciate the Brisbane Markets from a wholesale perspective. If you have a passion for food and are a local Brisbane resident, you will love this exclusive experience. Guided Tour: Chef Alain Fabrègues, Chef Patrice Falantin (Executive Chef – Sofitel Brisbane Central) Kieren Egan (Sales Manager – Simon George & Sons) When: Tuesday August 24th Time: Pick up at 5.30am from Sofitel Brisbane Central, Tour 6.00am – 7.30am, Breakfast 8.30am Cost: $99 includes interactive breakfast buffet and a complimentary copy of  the Chef Alain’s cookbook ‘Degustation’
	Champagne Book Signing ~ Cuvée Lounge Bar Guests will have the opportunity to mingle with Chef Alain, enjoy refreshments and have their complimentary cookbook signed. Indulge in French Champagne and exquisite macaroons while embracing the sophisticated luxury and ambience of Cuvée Lounge Bar. This is the perfect opportunity to have a relaxed conversation with the celebrity chef and learn more about his extensive culinary experience. When: Tuesday August 24th Time: 4.00pm – 5.00pm Cost: $89 includes Champagne, Macaroons and a complimentary copy of the Chef Alain’s cookbook ‘Degustation’

Reservations:
Bookings essential – (07) 3835 3535