 About the location:
Once you visit the Dordogne, it will only be a matter of time until you return. This is a compelling area, full of
languid
beauty, charming medieval towns, wonderful food and wine. The area produces over 30 types of truffles and
is equally well-known for its patés.
The La Vieille Auberge will be your home for five nights, a very typical "Logis de France" hotel in the lovely town of Souillac. Souillac is located in the heart of the Dordogne valley, and prides itself on its authentic, welcoming atmosphere.
About the cooking lessons: Your two half-day, hands-on cooking lessons
will be led by Robert Véril who is the owner of the hotel and the chef,
and assisted by a translator.
Robert has been preparing traditional French cooking for 45 years, and he is equally passionate about wine.
His restaurant is very well known in the region.
You will learn some of the basics of French cooking utilizing local products and other traditional French products.
During the
two lessons, you will go through the preparation of an entire meal.
Cooking and Wine in the Dordogne Valley
Souillac, Aquitaine
Itinerary
 Day One -
Thursday
- Arrival at the Souillac train station and transfer to the Vieille Auberge.
- Time to settle into your unique bedroom before your gastronomic welcome dinner.
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 Day Two - Friday - Local market and cooking session
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You will discover the village of Souillac and its typical open-air market.
Your host will be with you to give precious explanations on the different local products.
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Free time for lunch in Souillac.
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You will spend the afternoon in the kitchen of the restaurant, learning the secrets of cooking some
regional and France’s famous classic dishes.
- Dinner to follow based on your efforts.
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Three - Saturday - Sarlat, Dordogne valley and Bergerac Vineyards
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On the way to Bergerac, you will discover the medieval town of Sarlat
and you will have impressive views on the castles and villages of the Dordogne valley.
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Free time for lunch in Bergerac.
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In the afternoon, you will visit two wineries with wine tasting.
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Dinner back at the hotel.
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Four -Sunday - Rocamadour and Cahors Vineyards
- On the way to Cahors, you will discover the breathtaking site of Rocamadour
where traditional houses and churches are superimposed against the cliff.
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Free time for lunch in Cahors, a charming town known for its famous medieval bridge, the Pont Valentr&eactue;.
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In the afternoon, you will visit two wineries with wine tasting.
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Dinner back at the hotel.
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Five - Monday - Local farm and cooking session
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In the morning you will visit a fois gras farm that breeds ducks for foie gras and other traditional products.
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Free time for lunch in Souillac
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Then you will go back to the restaurant for another cooking session.
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Farewell dinner to follow based on your efforts.
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Six - Tuesday
- Following breakfast, transfer back to the Souillac train station
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2007 Price Per Person
US$1175 per person based on double occupancy for 4 or more people
Price for 2-3 people: please inquire
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2007 Tour Dates
Available on request for minimum 4, maximum 8 people
April, May, June, September and October |
Included in the Program:
- 5 nights accommodation in a 3-star hotel
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5 gastronomic dinners, wine included
- Daily breakfast
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2 half-day cooking lessons (in English)
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Visit of vineyards and farm as per itinerary
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Transportation by minibus for exacursions with English-speaking driver
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