Stay 2+ days and enjoy special activities all weekend.
Experience an unforgettable evening of French culinary artistry as Canyon Ranch Executive Chef Julien Ardouin joins forces with Guest Chef Benjamin Daire of Dare Bottleshop & Provisions.
Together, they will present a curated menu inspired by classic French techniques and New England’s finest seasonal ingredients. Each course, from the chestnut and truffle cappuccino to the exquisite morel-stuffed guinea fowl, is a celebration of flavor and craftsmanship.
Enhance your experience with an optional wine pairing curated by Dare Bottleshop.*
This special event is open to Canyon Ranch guests as well as local residents. Call (800) 877-0404 to reserve your spot.
Limited to 50 guests Cost: $75 for Resort Guests, $150 for Visitors
Optional Wine Paring: $50
In addition to this event, you can enjoy all of the daily activities that Lenox, MA offers. Explore our sample schedule.
This event is perfect for food enthusiasts, gourmands, and anyone who appreciates fine dining, French cuisine, or the fusion of local ingredients with classical culinary techniques. Whether you’re a culinary adventurer or simply seeking a refined evening, this dinner offers an exceptional experience.
Enjoy the artistry and techniques of French cooking from two expert chefs.
Julien is dedicated to creating exquisite cuisine for guests at Lenox. His Paris-trained experience in two Michelin-Star restaurants, and later as an Executive Chef at high-end restaurants, gives him the depth of experience to cater to refined tastes and to infuse luxurious meals and ingredients into the Canyon Ranch wellness experience.
Paris-trained in two Michelin-Star restaurants, Julien has held positions as Line Cook and Chef de Partie in charge of fish at the Ritz Paris, before working at the Mandarin Oriental Paris as Chef Saucier and Sous-Chef. In 2013, Julien moved to Lenox, Massachusetts for the role of Executive Chef at the Church Street Café. In 2017 he became Executive Chef of the Alta Restaurant and Wine Bar before being recruited to Canyon Ranch in 2018.
