French Consulate Event in NYC

A special sneak preview of “France’s Western Front” at the Consulate General of France on Fifth Avenue in New York City. The view of Central Park and Fifth Avenue from the Pink Room in the Consulate General of France. Travel influencers, writers, journalists, family members of WWI Veterans and diplomats gathered at the Consulate General of France on Fifth Avenue in New York City for a special preview event for “Travels with Darley: France’s Western Front,” debuting on Public TV stations this fall. These episodes commemorate the Centenary of WWI by showcasing sites where Americans fought and communities in Northeastern France still affected by The Great War. Watch the exclusive “Behind the Scenes” showcased at the NYC preview event.The event was held in the Salon Rose or Pink Room of the Consulate General of France, which is located in the former home of Charles E. Mitchell, once an informal advisor to American presidents Warren G. Harding and Herbert Hoover. The Italian Renaissance-style townhouse overlooks Central Park on New York’s Upper East Side, and the Pink Room has played host to a variety of important events and musical performances throughout history, including from George Gerswhin, Rudolph Ganz, and José Iturbi. Outside of the Consulate General of France on New York’s Upper East Side. The stunning chandelier inside the Pink Room. Anne-Claire Legendre, the first female Consul General of France in New York, gave an insightful, heartfelt presentation about the history of The Great War and the importance of remembering past events. Anne-Claire Legendre, the first female Consul General of France in New York. Guests mingled and spoke with tourism experts from France and the production team. Representatives from Atout France, France Tourism’s New York Office, presented on travel destinations throughout Northeastern France that are accessible to modern travelers. “Travels with Darley” host and producer, Darley Newman presented a special behind the scenes on the filming in France, in addition to stories of the production crew’s time in Northeastern France. She highlighted favorite travel discoveries, including hidden gems and regional culinary delights. Five time Emmy-nominated host and producer Darley Newman speaking about her experiences in France. Great gastronomic pleasures from Northeastern France, famous for Quiche Lorraine and Champagne, were also highlighted. Guests were treated to Quiche Lorraine, French cheeses, Pommery Brut Royal from Reims, the unofficial capital of the Champagne region, and La Mouliniere Bordeaux wines. Quiche Lorraine, one of the specialties from Lorraine, France was served. Famous for various cheeses, guests sampled some of the best from France. Guests drank Champagne and heard about historic Champagne cellars in France, where soldiers and residents took refuge during The Great War. These two half hour episodes are debuting on PBS stations across the nation now. Check your local PBS TV listings to watch “Travels with Darley: France’s Western Front” in your area and watch video shorts on AOL and MSN. Watch a preview for “France’s Western Front Part I.” Local experts guide Darley by bicycle and foot through the cities of Verdun and Metz. Viewers visit battlefields, American cemeteries and memorials, combining rich cuisine with history related to The Great War.Watch a preview of “France’s Western Front Part II.” Learn how The Great War affected communities in France in the past and present day, delving into remembrance sites and modern pleasures, including Champagne and local cuisine. Learn more about travel to France and destinations featured in the episodes. Visit the websites of the areas featured in the episodes: Lorraine Tourisme, Meuse Tourisme, Champagne Ardenne, Oise Tourisme, Verdun, Metz and Aisne Tourisme in France. SaveSave SaveSave SaveSave SaveSave SaveSave SaveSave SaveSave Related ItemsConsulate of FranceDarley EventsFrance’s Western FrontTravels with Darley