 . . . French cooking holidays with taste
Flavours of France offers a culinary experience like no other. Present food like the professionals and come away with lifelong cooking skills. It is perfect for both the experienced cook and the novice.
Small groups in each cookery holiday will ensure there is plenty of individual attention.
Cooking, tasting some of the regional wines and of course enjoying your beautifully cooked dishes are just some of the highlights of this unique holiday experience.
If you dream of combining your passions of food and travel then a cookery holiday is the perfect opportunity. What better way to learn about a country than through its flavours?
An experienced chef with specialist knowledge of modern cuisine will guide you through cooking techniques and culinary secrets. We will take care of everything. All you do is cook, eat and relax.
- Learn to cook
Our professionally trained French chef will expertly guide you through some delicious dishes. You will learn aspects such as knife skills and food presentation techniques. Your food will both look and taste great.
- Taste the wine
Sampling the local wine of the region will be the perfect complement to your cooking course. You will learn about the wine making process and the importance of flavour matching.
- Explore the Area
Our Cooking Courses are centrally located enabling you to explore the setting at your leisure. The picturesque, lively harbour at La Rochelle is a short stroll away. There is plenty to do and see when you’re not in the kitchen!
Five Reasons to Choose Flavours of France
- We are centrally located. There’s no need to hire a car
- Our expert bilingual French chef. After all, who better to guide you through the wonderful cuisine than a local resident?
- You actively participate in the Cooking Classes, they are hands on
- Tailor made courses are possible, let us know what you require. We can also arrange extra tours with an English guide
- You are guaranteed to learn secret techniques that only a professional chef can tell you!
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COOKING HOLIDAYS IN THE VENDEE REGION OF FRANCE |
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Flavours of France Cookery School is the centre of La Rochelle, a lively coastal town in the Poitou Charentes region and capital of the Charente-Maritime department.
We are based on the Rue Gargoulleau in the Historic Quarter.
EXAMPLE COOKING HOLIDAY
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- Guests Arrival
- 3pm: Welcome meeting with our chef
- 3.30pm: Start hands on cooking class
- 7pm: Dinner
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- Breakfast
- 10am: Start cooking
- 11.30 - 12.00: Break
- 12.00 - 3pm: Finish cooking and Lunch
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- Breakfast
- 9.00am: Trip to local food market
- 10am: Briefing. Start hands on cooking class
- 12.30 - 2pm: Finish cooking and Lunch
- Free time to explore La Rochelle
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FOR FURTHER INFORMATION VISIT WWW.FLAVOURSFRANCE.COM
What’s included
- 3 hands on cooking classes
- 3 nights accommodation
- Meals listed in the itinerary including wine
- Flavours of France cooking apron
- Personalised folder of recipes
What’s not included
- Flights and Transfers
- Meals and excursions not listed in the itinerary
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION VISIT WWW.FLAVOURSFRANCE.COM
The Chef – Laurent
 “Cooking should be relaxing and fun. During the classes I try and get the guests to think like chefs and be creative. It is great to hear from people who have recreated the dishes after the course.
As a chef I have been lucky enough to have worked in different parts of the world from Toronto to Caracas. My time abroad has influenced the way I cook for example I'll make a tuna tartar with Indian spices!
La Rochelle has always been home for me which is why after many years of travelling, I decided to return. One of my favourite things to do in summer is go for a family picnic on the nearby Island, Ile de l'Aix. The coast is beautiful and from April it starts to get really warm. Life is simple here; all you need is good food and good wine!”
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COOKING HOLIDAY ACCOMMODATION |
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Our accommodation offers the perfect base to explore this picturesque seaside town and is walking distance from the cookery school.
Facilities include:
- En suite bedrooms
- Flat screen Satellite TV
- Mini-bar
- Free wifi
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION VISIT WWW.FLAVOURSFRANCE.COM
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