Après Noir postpones its dinner with Drake
Much-anticipated June 7 kickoff featuring the hip-hop superstar has been moved back to Nov. 29
Guess who’s coming late for dinner?
The much-anticipated June 7 kickoff of Vaughan supper club Après Noir — featuring a performance by hip-hop superstar Drake and tickets starting at a jaw-dropping $1,250 — has been postponed to Nov. 29.
That’s “show business,” said Natasha Parentela, daughter of Carlo Parentela, owner of Chateau le Jardin, the Vaughan banquet hall where the event series takes place.
“Concerts and shows are not immune to date changes, especially when we’re working with this level of celebrity,” Parentela said, adding the request for the deferred appearance came “directly from Drake and his team.”
Parentela said Après Noir held a suc- cessful “pre-season opener” on May 17, hosted by comic Bob Saget, and featuring singer Robin Thicke and a menu curated by celebrity chef Bobby Flay.
In a Facebook post, Saget noted the event fell on his birthday and he was “honoured” to share the evening with Thicke, son of the late actor/comic Alan Thicke, a long-time friend.
“Thank you Robin. Best Canadian birthday eveahhh!!!” Saget’s post said.
The company is now focusing on a new “inaugural” event on July 26, featuring singer Jennifer Hudson, hosted by Saturday Night Live cast member Mikey Day with a meal prepared by Miami chef Walter Martino, as well as other entertainment.
Ticketmaster has announced tickets will be honoured for the new date and refunds are available at point of purchase. The Nov. 29 event will also feature performances by Canadian singers Jessie Reyez, Mia Martina and Shakura S’Aida, with a menu by chef Giada de Laurentiis.