This summer, we are raising a glass to a truly remarkable milestone: 30 wonderful years of Brasserie Blanc.

On the 11th of June 2026, our brasseries across the nation burst into life for a day of shared joy and festivities. It was a sincere honour to welcome so many of our loyal locals, the heartbeat of our business, to celebrate three decades of fine food and French flair.

The Nationwide Celebrations

The atmosphere on the 11th of June was nothing short of electric. From the moment you stepped through our doors, greeted by spectacular celebratory balloon arches, our signature spirit of joie de vivre was in the air.

Live music provided a vibrant summer soundtrack to the day, while our teams proudly wore special anniversary pin badges, sharing the core values that have guided us since our very first service.

The celebrations were made even sweeter with exclusive treats, including special pricing on Champagne Lanson and a celebratory 2-for-1 invitation on our refreshing Cointreau Spritz.

Moments to Remember

• Oxford: The festivities were particularly poignant at our Oxford home, where our founder, Raymond Blanc, joined us. It was an absolute delight to see him mingling with esteemed press, old friends and our most loyal guests, sharing fond stories of where it all began.
• Leeds: Our Leeds brasserie hosted a spectacular double celebration. Not only were they marking the brand’s 30th year, but the site also celebrated its own milestone 20th anniversary. Adding to the emotion of the day, it marked the 15th anniversary of their dedicated General Manager. A huge, special shoutout goes to Steph for her incredible leadership, warmth and passion over the years!

French Mother’s Day (La Fête des Mères)

The road to our anniversary was paved with beautiful moments, notably our La Fête des Mères event in Winchester on the 31st of May.

Celebrating French Mother’s Day, guests enjoyed a beautifully nostalgic menu featuring Soupe au Pistou ‘Façon Maman Blanc’ and a delicious Provençale Crusted Spring Lamb Rack with aubergine caviar, all in the charming company of Raymond himself.

The afternoon was filled with the delightful, retro melodies of The Knightingales, and the day was made even more significant as the kitchen was led by our Winchester Head Chef, Bimala, who has been an integral part of our family for 10 wonderful years.

An Elegant Evening on the Southbank

On the 4th of June, our Southbank brasserie was transformed for a magical anniversary evening.

The smooth, live jazz of Oriana and the Charmers set an elegant tone for a meticulously curated four-course menu that showcased the very best of our kitchen and our incredible, long-standing suppliers like Aubrey Allen.

Guests indulged in a fresh Salade et Essence de Tomates, pan-fried line-caught sea bass, and a herb-crusted Cornish spring lamb rack, alongside beautiful vegan creations like L’Assiette du Jardinier and Poivron Romano Farci.

The evening reached a spectacular finale with the arrival of a traditional French croquembouche, followed by heartfelt words of gratitude from Raymond and Chef Manoj.

Every guest left with a rustic, bounty-filled gift bag as a token of our appreciation, containing fresh market vegetables from Wellocks, premium Comté cheese, and treats from Lucky Saint, Camden Hells, Crodino and Goslings.

The Next Chapter

As we look back on these 30 incredible years, our commitment remains as firm as ever: to provide fresh, seasonal French cooking served with warm, authentic hospitality. Thank you for being a part of our story, our history, and our famille.

À bientôt!