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Join us for our 2009 culinary adventure!
Explore the beautiful southwest of France! Join us for 7 days and 6 nights on a unique culinary voyage in the Dordogne River Valley, truly the most beautiful region of the southwest of France – renowned for its well-preserved prehistoric caves, Medieval architecture, and the region’s magnificent culinary contributions to the world: foie gras, duck and truffles.
Trip details: Monday September 7 to Sunday, September 13, 2009.
The long and storied history of the region is evident in the numerous Medieval fortified villages, churches, manors and châteaux, tucked between steep cliffs, river and forests. The River Dordogne threads through the region and allows us to enjoy numerous outdoor activities, including canoeing and hiking. Many historic sites still survive from a local heritage dating back 4,000 years. The villages of Beynac and La Roque-Gageac are officially classed as among “the most beautiful villages in France.” The castle at Castelnaud la Chapelle was a stronghold in the Religious wars; the caves at St Christopher were inhabited 40,000 years ago, and again throughout the Bronze Age and in Medieval times. These are but a few of the destinations on our agenda.
Based on popular demand, we have decided to again offer our original Culinary Adventure with a few new surprises. This is a very special trip for you – full of culinary and cultural adventure. In addition to having our own French chef to cook with us and for us, and to open our eyes to the bounty of the traditional open-air markets, we will be staying in our own private 18th century chateau, Chateau de Lacoste, overlooking the River Dordogne and the surrounding countryside.
Our itinerary has plenty of choices, allowing you the flexibility to be involved with as much as you want each day – visiting castles and prehistoric caves, canoeing down the Dordogne, visiting the region’s markets – with plenty of time to relax in the gardens of the Chateau or at the poolside. Our voyage includes two cooking classes that will be held in the large chateau kitchen, led of course by Laurent Brazier, Executive Chef instructor at Laguna Culinary Arts. We have planned some fun evenings to take full advantage of our incredible surroundings, with games and music each evening following dinner.
Contact us for pricing options and the full itinerary.