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Join the Bailliage of Greater Washington, D.C., as we return to the Willard InterContinental for our traditional black-tie holiday gala! This year, we are celebrating the 56^th anniversary of the Bailliage of Greater Washington. Bertrand de Boutray, Bailli Délégué des États-Unis (U.S. national president), will be our inducting officer.

The Willard is one of Washington’s most historic and beautiful venues. and is positively resplendent decorated for the holidays. Our Champagne reception and exquisite multi-course dinner will be in the Crystal Room, known for its rich architecture and elegance. The Induction Ceremony, during which we induct new members and promote officers, will take place in the gracious Peacock Lounge. A Société Mondiale du Vin induction caps the evening.

Our own Maître Hôtelier Markus Platzer, General Manager of the Willard, Maître Restaurateur Julia Rapley, Director of Catering and Event Planning, and Maître Rôtisseur Luca de Marchis, the Willard’s Food and Beverage Director, are making sure that this is a holiday event to remember. It promises to be a fitting celebration of another fabulous year for the bailliage.

America/New_York 56th Grand Induction & Holiday Gala

New Year’s Champagne Dim Sum Brunch

Saturday, January 13, 2024

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Add to Calendar Saturday, January 13, 2024 1:00 PM Saturday, January 13, 2024 4:00 PM China Garden Han Gong

You are invited to join the Bailliage of Greater Washington, DC, as we bring in two New Years – 2024 and the Chinese Year of the Dragon, which begins on February 10^th – with a Chaîne on the Edge event! We will enjoy a dim sum brunch accompanied by Champagne from the bailliage’s wine cellar at China Garden Han Gong in Rockville, which has been serving authentic Hong Kong style dim sum since 1973. We will enjoy a variety of steamed, fried, and baked dishes that feature pork, seafood, and vegetables, all selected especially for us.

America/New_York New Year’s Champagne Dim Sum Brunch

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