We sure do love all things French around here. From French food to French art, we just can’t get enough. If you’re the same, you’ll be happy to know that the city’s most beloved French music festival is returning this summer. So Frenchy, So Chic marks its 12th year in Melbourne and Sydney with a huge celebration of all things French. There’s food, fine wine, music and all the joie de vivre to transport you straight to France. The festival first makes its way to Melbourne on Sunday, January 15, 2023 at Werribee Mansion. After that, it will move on to Sydney at Bicentennial Park on Saturday, January 21.
So Frenchy So Chic
Experience the French-Australian life with fresh tunes from local and international artists.
Highlights include Pi Ja Ma, Rover, Kalika and Suzane who will transform the venues into a raging dance party under the sun. Pi Ja Ma brings a distinct 60s sound to the table while Kalika brings her soulful music all the way from Paris. Be wowed by acclaimed electro pop musician Suzane and dance it out to Rover aka Timothée Regnier who will bring all the classic rock vibes to the table.
Food offerings
All that dancing around is bound to whet your appetite. Luckily there’ll be heaps of seriously delicious French cuisine on-site. Feast on oysters, lobster rolls, croque monsieur, cassoulet, Basque paella, sweetcorn madeleines and heaps more as you dance the day away.
Melbournians will enjoy offerings from Milk The Cow, Frederic Bistro and French restaurant, L’Hôtel Gitan. Sydneysiders can expect charcuterie hampers from Frenchies and excellent eats from Bellevue Cottage along with a variety of food stalls on-site. Tickets are on sale now so get in fast before they sell out.