The world's biggest epicurean phenomenon returns to Montreal this summer, as dressed in all-white outfits prepare to take over a secret location for an elegant evening of dining under the stars. If you know, you know. And, if you don't, we're talking about .
Launched in Paris 36 years ago, Dîner en Blanc's has since spread to 120 cities worldwide. This year's event will take place across nearly 75 cities in around 15 countries, marking the 14th edition in Montreal where the organization is now headquartered. So, how does Dîner en Blanc work exactly? Participants in advance but aren't given an exact location.
Instead, they're told to meet at a starting point with a table, two white chairs, a white tablecloth, a picnic basket containing quality food, white tableware, appropriate glassware and cutlery. You're also allowed to bring wine or champagne (no other alcohol is permitted) and there are opportunities to rent some of these items as well as to purchase a pre-made picnic basket from a catering service. FYI, you must register as a twosome and there is a strict all-white dress code, which people tend to get creative with, sometimes even spending weeks preparing their looks.
In fact, organizers say Montrealers are among the most creative participants in the world — picture fancy hats, tailor-made suits, magnificent dresses, tuxedos, top hats and Marie Antoinette-style wigs. From the starting point, a Dîner en Blanc volunteer guides the guests to the event's location, wh.
