The Commandeur's Banquet at Cafe d'Alsace 2026

from $180.00

Monday 9 February 2026
7:00 PM

Cafe d’Alsace
1703 Second Avenue
New York NY 10128


This year, our annual celebration honors our co-founder David Goldfarb, the Commandeur, and his wife Connie Serouya, who recently passed away. For those of us who knew David & Connie, our memories of the two are inseparable. For the Society, our collective memory will live on through the generosity of their contributions to our Cellar. David & Connie’s love of French food and French wine (especially those of Vouvray), the inspiration that camaraderie can be found while sharing the pleasures of the table, will be on full display at this Banquet.

Seating is limited; sign up!

The Menu

Reception

Francois & Julien Pinon, Vouvray “Brut Non-Dosé” 2020

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Գٰé

Soup du Jour
Seasonal produce, fresh herbs

OR

Seafood Bisque
Shrimp, scallops, mussels

Domaine du Clos Naudin (Foreau), Vouvray “Demi Sec” 2016

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Salade

Mixed Greens Salad
Mustard vinaigrette

AND

Duck Terrine, served Family Style
Dijon mustard, cornichon, toasted country bread

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Plat Principal

Wild Mushroom Risotto
Shiitake & trumpet mushrooms, Parmesan Reggiano, truffle oil

OR

Farmhouse Chicken
Pan-roasted free-range chicken, seasonal vegetables, Yukon gold mashed potatoes, chicken jus

OR

Steak Frites
Pan-seared Certified Prime hanger steak, bone marrow, red wine-shallot sauce, French fries

Domaine Serol, Cote Roannaise Rouge “Chez Coste” 2019

***

Dessert

Thin Caramalized Apple Tart
Tahitian vanilla ice cream

Domaine Huet, Vouvray “Clos du Bourg Moelleux 1er Trie” 1996

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All wines from the Cellar of Ƶ
Executive Chef: Philippe Roussel

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Notes:

Please notify Ƶ by email in advance of any dietary restrictions, allergies, or any accessibility requirements.

Members receive priority and discounted pricing. Registration through this website (only) is limited to members (and guests if available; please inquire).  If the inventory is “Sold Out,” please email Ƶ to request wait listing; such requests will be accepted on a first-come basis.  Should seat(s) become available, the member(s) will be notified by email, text or telephone and given the opportunity to then sign up (but under no obligation to do so).

No refunds for cancellations will be issued unless reserved ticket(s) can be resold.

Membership Status:

Monday 9 February 2026
7:00 PM

Cafe d’Alsace
1703 Second Avenue
New York NY 10128


This year, our annual celebration honors our co-founder David Goldfarb, the Commandeur, and his wife Connie Serouya, who recently passed away. For those of us who knew David & Connie, our memories of the two are inseparable. For the Society, our collective memory will live on through the generosity of their contributions to our Cellar. David & Connie’s love of French food and French wine (especially those of Vouvray), the inspiration that camaraderie can be found while sharing the pleasures of the table, will be on full display at this Banquet.

Seating is limited; sign up!

The Menu

Reception

Francois & Julien Pinon, Vouvray “Brut Non-Dosé” 2020

* * * * * * * * * * * *

Գٰé

Soup du Jour
Seasonal produce, fresh herbs

OR

Seafood Bisque
Shrimp, scallops, mussels

Domaine du Clos Naudin (Foreau), Vouvray “Demi Sec” 2016

* * * * * * * * * * * *

Salade

Mixed Greens Salad
Mustard vinaigrette

AND

Duck Terrine, served Family Style
Dijon mustard, cornichon, toasted country bread

***

Plat Principal

Wild Mushroom Risotto
Shiitake & trumpet mushrooms, Parmesan Reggiano, truffle oil

OR

Farmhouse Chicken
Pan-roasted free-range chicken, seasonal vegetables, Yukon gold mashed potatoes, chicken jus

OR

Steak Frites
Pan-seared Certified Prime hanger steak, bone marrow, red wine-shallot sauce, French fries

Domaine Serol, Cote Roannaise Rouge “Chez Coste” 2019

***

Dessert

Thin Caramalized Apple Tart
Tahitian vanilla ice cream

Domaine Huet, Vouvray “Clos du Bourg Moelleux 1er Trie” 1996

===================

All wines from the Cellar of Ƶ
Executive Chef: Philippe Roussel

===================

Notes:

Please notify Ƶ by email in advance of any dietary restrictions, allergies, or any accessibility requirements.

Members receive priority and discounted pricing. Registration through this website (only) is limited to members (and guests if available; please inquire).  If the inventory is “Sold Out,” please email Ƶ to request wait listing; such requests will be accepted on a first-come basis.  Should seat(s) become available, the member(s) will be notified by email, text or telephone and given the opportunity to then sign up (but under no obligation to do so).

No refunds for cancellations will be issued unless reserved ticket(s) can be resold.

Reservations are per person, including tax and tip.

Non-member event tickets are limited. For access to member-only event tickets, apply for membership here.