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On October 5th and 6th, Montreal was filled with the vibrant spirit of celebration as 150 esteemed guests and chefs from North America and France came together to honor Bridor’s 40th anniversary. We would like to express our sincere appreciation to our partners and the dedicated Canadian team of the USA & Canada delegation for their outstanding efforts and impeccable organization. A special shoutout goes to Mr. and Mrs. Leduff for their generous hospitality, Chef Florimond Hannoteau for hosting an unforgettable welcome dinner at Restaurant Le Boulevardier, and Chef Helena Loureiro for curating a beautiful cruise along the Saint Laurent River. We are also grateful to Olivier Perret for his excellent coordination and to Mme Marie Lapierre, Consul General of France, for her invaluable support. Lastly, we extend our thanks to our World President, Fabrice Prochasson, for his inspiring leadership.

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Day One,
October 5th, 2024

40th anniversary at Bridor

We are proud to celebrate Bridor’s 40th anniversary in Montreal, marking a milestone in French bakery excellence. Chefs from France and North America have gathered to honor Bridor’s four decades of success. A special thanks to Mr. and Mrs. Leduff for their warm hospitality, making this event truly memorable.

Welcome Diner at the Boulevardier

A heartfelt thank you to Chef Florimond Hannoteau and his team at Restaurant Le Boulevardier for a memorable welcome dinner. Their exceptional dishes and warm hospitality made the evening truly special, setting the perfect tone for our weekend..

Day Two,
October 6th, 2024

Cruise on the Saint Laurent River

We extend our deepest thanks to Chef Helena Loureiro for organizing this wonderful cruise on the Saint Laurent River. Around 40 of us gathered on a beautiful, sunny Sunday morning to enjoy the breathtaking views of the river and surrounding landscapes. It was truly a spectacular and memorable experience.

Hunting & Friendship Gala Dinner

We would like to extend our deepest gratitude to all the chefs involved in making our Gala Dinner at the Ritz-Carlton an unforgettable experience. Your culinary expertise and dedication truly elevated the evening. A special thank you to all the participants and our valued partners for your support and collaboration, which made this weekend a resounding success.

The Welcome Cocktail wit our Partners

The Menu

The Chefs in the Kitchen

Mme Marie Lapierre
Consule General of France in Montreal

Our Guests

The Silver Medal of The Academie 
Chef Olivier Perret & Chef Frederic Cyr

Congratulations to Chef Olivier Perret and Chef Frédéric Cyr on receiving the prestigious Silver Medal from the Académie Culinaire de France! This recognition is a testament to their outstanding culinary skills and dedication to French gastronomy. While we missed Chef Frédéric Cyr at the event due to his busy schedule, we still celebrate his achievements alongside Chef Olivier Perret. Unfortunately, there are no photos of Chef Cyr at the ceremony, but both chefs’ contributions to our culinary community are truly appreciated and honored.

The World Order of the Academie
Chef Davy Tissot & Mr Leduff

Thank you all !!

To the Canadian Team for their commitment and dedication on the organization of this prestigious weekend and to our guests for attending and support our Academie Culinaire de France and our delegation USA & Canada.

Thank you!!

To Fahri Yavuz, your outstanding craftsmanship in photography and the timeless moments you’ve captured with such joy are truly commendable.

Photos Credit

Fahri Yavuz Photo: 

Exceptional Partners

The success of the 3rd Hunter & Friendship dinner in Canada, is due to its partners, who have enabled the Académie Culinaire de France Delegation - USA & Canada to welcome our guests & make this event a success.

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