Dine the Gallic way during Bastille Day celebrations

Elena Oliver who had for a time lived in Marseilles, France and owned a restaurant in Manhattan’s East Village called Papilles. Look for such specialties as Moules a la Provencales; Escargots; Rack of Lamb; and Halibut. La Bastide & Cenadou, 71 Titicus Road at the intersection of Routes 116 & 202, North Salem. 914-485-1519 https:// www.labastidebyac.com

There’s more: Look for Pate

Maison, Steak au Poivre, Poulet Frites, and Profiteroles for dessert at Saint George Bistro, 155 Southside Ave., Hastings-On-Hudson. 914-4781671 www.saintgeorgebistro. com

French/Mediterranean dishes include a French Picnic Platter of cured meats, cheeses and accoutrements, Beef Bourguignon, special Bouillabaisse or Coq au Vin. Le Provencal Bistro, 436 Mamaroneck Ave., Mamaroneck. 914-777-2324 www.provencalbistro.com

BON APPETIT!

NYC SUMMER

RESTAURANT WEEK

MARKS 30 YEARS!

For those seeking summer bites in the around the Big Apple, the 31st annual NYC Restaurant Week will run July 24 thru August 20. More than 500 participating restaurants in all 5 boroughs will be offering 2 & 3-course prix fixe lunches and dinners at $30, $45 and $60 price points. Each restaurant will set their own menu for the duration of the event. There are caveats, so patrons are advised to check ahead regarding menus, dates and serving times. Participating eateries in the Bronx include: Ice House Café, Throgs Neck; Patsy’s Pizzeria, Morris Park; Travesias, Throgs Neck; Caridad Williamsbridge; Arthur Avenue Fiasco, Belmont; Michaelangelo’s, Belmont;

Chocobar Cortes, Mott Haven; Milk Burger, Mott Haven; Café Colonial, Pelham Parkway. For the full list and more info: www.nycgo.com/ restaurantweek/.

(Morris Gut is a restaurant marketing consultant and former restaurant trade magazine editor. He has been tracking and writing about the food and dining scene in the Bronx & Westchester for 30 years. He may be reached at: 914-2356591. E-mail: gutreactions@ optonline.net)