From Table to Gallery: A French After Hours Journey

Commencing at Jeffies of Highton and finishing at Geelong Gallery for an after-hours viewing of Discovering the Impressionists, step into a distinctly French evening of fine food, wine and art.  

Begin with French‑inspired drinks and canapés at Jeffies of Highton, before travelling to The Retreat for a beautifully crafted main course celebrating classic French flavours. Continue to Felix for dessert, paired with a cocktail or dessert wine, then conclude the evening at Geelong Gallery for After-hours—Discovering the Impressionists: Paul Durand‑Ruel, Art Dealer Among the Artists. 

Mingle with fellow art lovers as a live DJ sets the mood during this exclusive after dark experience, as the public viewing offers a vibrant finale to the night. A dedicated bus will transport guests between dining destinations and a short final walk from Felix to Geelong Gallery.

From Table to Gallery: A French After Hours Journey
Friday 26 June 5.00-9.30pm

Meet at Jeffies of Highton: Shop 14/65-71 Barrabool Rd, Highton VIC 3216

5.00–5.45pm: Jeffies of Highton

Entrée: Drink and canapés 

Champagne, Gruyère Gougere,

Seared Scallops, Bechamel, Mushrooms and Comté Cheese, Chives

Boeuf Tartare Tartine, Cured egg yolk 

Bus to The Retreat 

6.00–7.00pm: The Retreat Restaurant

Shared main course: Steak, frites, bordelaise sauce

Chicken breast à la Dijon, shaved fennel, toasted buckwheat, fennel cream (GFO)

Grilled seasonal greens, confit shallot, burnt tomato salsa (GF, VGNO)

Bus to Felix/Alma

7.15–8.15pm: Felix Restaurant

Burnt Butter Crumble w poached rhubarb and pear sorbet

Big Fig Energy Cocktail: Pot and Still Fig Amaro | Lime-cello | Fino | Pomegranate | Soda

Walk to Geelong Gallery

8.30–9.30pm: Geelong Gallery

After Hours: Discovering the Impressionists – Paul Durand‑Ruel, Art Dealer Among the Artists