A Citrus Celebration: The History of Fête du Citron
The Fête du Citron, or Lemon Festival, is a vibrant annual event held in Menton, a picturesque town on France’s Côte d’Azur, this year running 15th February – 2nd March.
A Slice of History
The festival officially took form in 1934 and has since grown into a world-famous celebration. Every February, Menton transforms into a citrus wonderland, featuring elaborate sculptures made from lemons and oranges, parades of citrus-adorned floats, lively street performances, and artisan markets. This spectacular event pays homage to the region’s rich lemon-growing heritage and attracts over 200,000 visitors each year.
Celebrate with Us at Brasserie Zédel
While Menton basks in its citrus glory, Brasserie Zédel prides itself with honouring French traditions with our own Piccadilly flair. Join us to delight in some zesty creations of our own…
On the menu
Our Lemon Meringue Tart, a menu mainstay since we opened our doors back in 2012, is a harmonious blend of tangy lemon curd and fluffy meringue. This dessert offers a refreshing finish to your meal, capturing the essence of the Fête du Citron.
Over at the brasserie bar, our Pisco Noir cocktail is a sophisticated concoction featuring pisco, fresh lemon juice, sugar, pinot noir, and Crémant de Loire rosé.
Join us at Brasserie Zédel to celebrate Fête du Citron. Whether you’re indulging in our zesty Lemon Meringue Tart or sipping on the refreshing Pisco Noir, you’ll find a slice of Menton’s vibrant festival right here in the heart of London.
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Celebrate at home
Just for the occasion, our head chef Federico shares his iconic Lemon Meringue Tart recipe, so that you can enjoy the best of Zédel at home.
