Holiday Party!
Sunday, Dec 7th 5-8pm
Chef Nicole's
The Bonnefont
1 Margaret Corbin Dr, New York, NY 10040
$45/guest
Tickets are not for sale at the door.
The window to purchase a ticket is now closed.
You can still donate to help cover the cost of the party or a sponsored guest.
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Hi ladies! We are throwing ourselves a party at Manhattan's most romantic park restaurant... Chef Nicole welcomes you to The Bonnefont in Fort Tryon Park. Please spread the word to all your lady-friends.
We hope you will join us.
We are suggesting 'festive' attire for this celebratory event. While attending, please be sensitive to the historic environment, The Bonnefont in located in a building that was built in the 1930's.
We are honored to showcase artists this year
Celebrate art & culture
This year Ladies lemonade will be featuring a distinguished selection of artists from Northern Manhattan. We are proud to include Maria Torres, Patricia Gilman, Linda Vigdor, Elissa Gore & Andrea Kornbluth in the exhibit.
Artists will have the opportunity to speak about their artwork and their journey as artists. You may also be able to purchase some of the artwork at the event. Thank you to everyone who contributed to our holiday party and to the beautiful community we have built together.
Tickets!
$45 covers the cost of attendance from 5-8pm, all food & beverages, access to grounds, exhibits on display. Cocktails can be purchased at the bar for an additional cost. If you can not attend, you may contribute to the event by making a donation or sponsoring another guest.
Tickets are not for sale at the door.
The window to purchase a ticket is now closed.
You can still donate to help cover the cost of the party or a sponsored guest.
If you need assistance or require a different form of payment - or if you would like to receive a sponsored ticket - please write to Nik at hello@ladieslemonade.com.
Chef Nicole O'Brien's “FreNocal” Cuisine.
Fun conversation with Upper Manhattan women.
Private access to a piece of architectural history.
The Bonnefont
Located just a few minutes walk from The Met Cloisters museum,
home to The Met's medieval collection, The Bonnefont, or “the
good source", was named after the medieval cloister and herb
garden here, as well as its town of origin in France.
More about the restaurant: The Bonnefont features "FreNoCal," a distinctive French à-la Northern California cuisine created by Executive Chef/Owner Nicole O'Brien, a nod to her Sonoma County wine country roots. Libations feature a carefully curated selection of wines from small
producers in the United States and France; unusual liquors such as
single malt scotch from France; and unique small craft beers. For
weddings and special events, Chef Nicole will work with you to
create a special menu, including non-alcoholic and special dietary
requests. Both plated and buffet-style options are available.
Featured Artists
We are proud to feature artworks by a distinguished selection of artists from our community:
Maria Torres
Patricia Gilman
Linda Vigdor
Elissa Gore
Andrea Kornbluth
Artists will have the opportunity to speak about their artwork and their journey as artists. You may also be able to purchase some of the artwork at the event. Thank you to everyone who contributed to our holiday party and to the beautiful community we have built together.
Getting There
The Bonnefont Is located at the southern end of Fort Tryon Park, along Margaret Corbin Drive and near Margaret Corbin Circle. You can access the restaurant from Margaret Corbin Drive via a flight of stairs. You can access the restaurant without stairs from Margaret Corbin Circle via the path along The Café Lawn. There is a parking lost along Margaret Corbin Drive behind the restaurant.
1 Margaret Corbin Drive, New York, NY 10040
Subway: The closest subway stop is the 190th A train stop, take the elevator to the Fort Washington Avenue exit. The Bonnefont is a couple minutes walk, north, from there. The station is not fully ADA-accessible because access from the fare control area to the platforms is only via stairways.
Driving:
- From the east side: Drive across town and head north on the Henry Hudson Parkway. Take exit 16 to Fort Tryon Park / Cloisters. Merge and stay on Margaret Corbin Drive. You can enter the restaurant from the stairs located at the south end of the building. Otherwise, walk from the entrance to Fort Tryon Park at Margaret Corbin Circle to the front of the building.
- From the north and the west side: Henry Hudson to exit 16.Merge and stay on Margaret Corbin Drive. Parking is available at the overlook. You can enter the restaurant from the stairs located at the south end of the building. Otherwise, walk from the entrance to Fort Tryon Park at Margaret Corbin Circle to the front of the building.
- Parking: Parking is available at the overlook.
Bus:
- M98 or M4 bus north along Fort Washington Avenue. Exit at Margaret Corbin Circle. Walk 3 minutes, through Margaret Corbin Circle into Fort Tryon Park. Take your first or second right to reach The Bonnefont.
If you want assistance in arranging transportation or have questions text Nik, 917-634-0989 or email her at hello@ladieslemonade.com. To avoid all stairs: We recommend a car service to the North end of Margaret Corbin Circle and walking along the Café Lawn path to the front entrance of the restaurant. Someone will be outside the front entrance, and they will usher you towards the dining room doors where there is access to the main dining room. There is a bathroom on the same floor as the dining room.
Event Schedule
5:00pm
The doors open for us to explore the artwork! Food & beverages are served.
5:30pm
Welcome message from Ladies Lemonade!
5:45pm
Introduction of artists & artists speak about their artwork & journey.
6:30pm
Schmoozing and just plain fun!
7:00pm
Women's Voices.... the meditation bells are available for anyone who wishes to make an announcement.
7:30pm
Coffee & tea... we have a half hour left before the night is through.
We are excited to celebrate in this historical space with all of you!
SUPPORT US!
It doesn't cost much to hang out in the park, but we would like to cover the cost of our website, supplies, posters, etc... any contribution is appreciated.
hello@ladieslemonade.com / New York, NY 10034
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