Most of us in Melbourne have back-to-work blues. But what if you could transport yourself to France for a pick-me-up? For one Sunday only, you can.

So Frenchy So Chic is the ultimate Parisian garden party and a celebration of all things French. It takes place just 25 minutes West of Melbourne in our city’s backyard, Werribee Park.

Make the most of your diet’s day off and indulge in pâté, pain au chocolat and genuine Champagne. Up-and-coming French musicians will also be performing in front of our own European mansion (better known as Werribee Mansion), set on 10 hectares of green parkland.

Spoil your ears with Nouvelle Vague’s sweet take on post-punk and new wave classics, FéFé’s explosive rock and soulful blues, Moriarty’s folky tunes sung by Neil Young’s female equivalent, and ASA’s catchy Afro pop songs. ASA has sung alongside the likes of Lenny Kravitz and supported Beyoncé.

You’ll want to be there from lunch until after dinner. Bring a picnic or indulge in some French fare to keep you going: baguettes, Brie, crêpes, croissants, macarons – all the usual French suspects. You can also pre-order picnic hampers by Eggs Unlimited online.

We recommend the Decadent French Fare for Two, with everything from roast beef brioche rolls and salad nicoise to a cheese plate and cakes for dessert. Of course there will be a selection of the finest French wine, all the way from the Provence and Loire Champagne regions.

If you fancy yourself as a Francophile, escape to Paris this Sunday. Bring along a picnic rug, grow your moustache, don a beret and enjoy an afternoon of joie de vivre.

Location: Werribee Park Mansion, K Road, Werribee, 3030
When: Jan 15 , 12pm-8.30pm
Tickets: Online at Cartell   or through Ticketmaster
Details: cartellmusic.com.au/sfsc/