French Magnolia Cooks

04/29/2026

Have you ever wondered the streets of Paris and wondered...where are the Parisians eating? Check-Out this Article. https://thefrenchmagnolia.com/authentic-french-food-paris-auberge-bressane/

We love Paris—yesterday, today, and forever. And yet, a question follows us from table to table, whispered by travelers and seasoned diners alike: Where has all the authentic French food gone in Paris?

04/28/2026

My peony garden is in bloom - with 60 more buds on their way to opening. It’s a fleeting garden moment and I love to snip along the way. Yes, I am a chef but also love gardening and interiors. I love when you can live with your garden in your interiors!

12/11/2025

A year of both tears and blessings, the simplicity of preparing artichokes for guests on their way fills my heart with joy.. drawn lemon butter and a glass French white wine. My journey to fall in love with cooking again starts with a series of dinner parties laced with my favorites ….tomorrow we will start with chilled oysters and then yes, the precious artichoke. More to come.

06/26/2025

06/25/2025

It’s the week after… and yes, those are our two Emmys sitting on our table at the event. 🥂✨
We’re still soaking it in—but now it’s time to get back to the other work we love: making you feel celebrated.
Every dish, every pour, every moment at French Magnolia is our way of saying thank you to the incredible community of friends, guests, and dreamers who have cheered us on from day one.
We’re not chasing awards—we’re chasing that feeling when someone takes a bite of Trout Almandine or Duck Confit, sips a perfect glass of wine, and says, “This… this is it.”
So join us in downtown Bristol this week. Let’s toast to good times ahead—with country French dishes, beautiful wines, and the kind of evening you don’t forget.
Dinner starts at 4:30 | Bar opens at 4�
Downtown Bristol, VA | Walk-ins welcome, reservations encouraged
https://thefrenchmagnolia.com
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06/22/2025

We were shown Emmy Award favor last night. FRENCH MAGNOLIA COOKS won BEST SHOW!! 🍾🍾Thank you to the Academy of Arts and Sciences. Thank you to our Heavenly Father and His Holy Spirit for all of His Inspiration. Thank you PBS Appalachia A little ole gal from Atlanta, Georgia and a preachers kid from Tennessee have multiple Emmys on their desk now! So follow your dreams and go for it.

06/19/2025

One of My Favorite Episodes… Now Live.

In this special episode of French Magnolia Cooks, we head into the mountains of Southwest Virginia to visit Ty & Shannon Walker—a couple preserving legacy and land at their 90-year-old trout hatchery.

Our field & stream guy, John Gurley, teaches the art of fly fishing, and I get to cook rainbow trout outdoors with soul, heart, and a little French flair. Thomas brings the perfect pairings and we end the day gathered around a table on the farm.

🎣 Fishing, food, and fellowship… this episode is all heart.

Watch now, then come to French Magnolia for our Trout Almandine and a glass of Sancerre or Vouvray—just like in the show. (Chablis will also be great!)

✨ Bar opens at 4 | Dinner starts at 4:30
📍 Bristol, VA | Reservations recommended, walk-ins welcome
Book now: https://thefrenchmagnolia.com

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=93VN_Siw4lE

Meet Ty & Shannon Walker, a couple answering the call to care for land and legacy as they breathe new life into a 90-year-old trout hatchery nestled in the m...

06/18/2025

From: Our KItchen with love.
To: You.

This is the kind of dish that tells a story—slow-braised, deeply flavorful, and finished with the kind of care only a team that truly loves what they do can deliver.

Our lamb shank has quickly become one of the most talked-about dishes at French Magnolia—and when it’s paired with a bold glass of Bordeaux, it’s everything a great night out should be: comforting, elegant, and unforgettable.

Whether it’s your first visit or your fifteenth, you’ll taste the heart and hospitality in every bite.

✨ Dinner begins at 4:30 | Bar opens at 4
📆 Reservations recommended—but walk-ins are always welcome
📍 Downtown Bristol, VA

Book your table now:
https://thefrenchmagnolia.com/reservations/

06/14/2025

The MOST talented and kindest chef team on the planet. I love these guys with all my heart! Always on time. Always a smile. Always busting it out with me - no matter what’s going on in the world. Happiness is cooking alongside good people with big hearts! Spirit of Hospitality and Heart of a servant.

They’re the heart behind every dish.
The chef team at French Magnolia isn’t just talented—they’re joyful, humble, and fully committed to making every night feel like something worth celebrating.

Whether you’re coming in for a full dinner in the brasserie, a glass of wine and small bite at the bar, or just need a midweek reset—this is your sign.

✨ The kitchen’s warm. The wine is chilled. Your table is waiting.

📆 Reservations recommended—but walk-ins are always welcome.
🍷 Bar opens at 4 | Dinner begins at 4:30

Come see what everyone’s talking about.
Click below to reserve your seat at the table.
https://thefrenchmagnolia.com/reservations/

06/12/2025

🍷 No reservations. No pretense. Just really good wine—and people who love to pour it.
Welcome to French Magnolia’s Wine & Bubble Bar, where wine is meant to be shared, tasted, talked about (or not), and most of all—enjoyed.
This week and every week, we’re featuring rotating selections from our bottle list, available by the glass, so you can explore something new without the commitment. Or say yes to a wine flight and discover a few favorites at once.
Not a wine expert? You don’t need to be.
Been searching for a decent glass of wine in town? We hear you.
Looking for a place to drop in, unwind, and feel at home? You’ve found it.
Come solo. Come social.
Bring friends. Or make some new ones at the bar. 
Whether you stay for a quick sip or linger for the night, you’re always welcome here.
No reservations required.
Just walk in and join us.
Open Tuesday–Saturday at 4pm.