3-night all-inclusive weekend – 17th April 2026
Monkfish, pork belly, “Anchaud”, peaches, Pommes Anna, Prawn soufflé, Gariguette strawberries
Are you interested in learning how to cook a delicious Beef Wellington? Join us this weekend for an immersive, hands-on cookery experience. Under Emma’s expert guidance, you will learn professional techniques and tips of the trade that result in beautifully crisp pastry and a perfectly cooked beef fillet.
The weekend
Join us for an all-inclusive, three-night weekend escape! Discover this idyllic part of SW France. We will show you our favourite highlights and share the lifestyle we love. Imagine starting your day at a bustling local market, enjoying a coffee in a local café, picking up fresh regional produce, then cooking an exceptional meal back at our beautiful house, “Les Caulins”. This region is renowned for its lush Marmande tomatoes and aromatic garlic, with an abundance of fresh fruits, superb pork, the freshest fish & shellfish and amazing Aquitaine Blonde Beef.
Itinerary
DAY 1 Friday Once you arrive, we’ll give you a brief tour, and then you can relax—kick off your shoes, enjoy a drink, and make yourself at home. We’ll gather at 7 PM for aperitifs, canapés, and a four-course dinner paired with local wines. It’s the start of a great weekend.
Canapés & local pink fizz
Smoked salmon, king prawn & avocado tian
Pork 3 ways
Crispy belly, “Anchaud”, shredded shoulder, fondant, creamed spinach
Local cheese
Crepes & fresh berries
Of course local wine
DAY 2 Help yourself to; continental breakfast/ croissants, toasted mais bread, house Jam, tea, coffee Juice, etc….
A trip to the vibrant Ste Foy la Grande market, where you can gather remarkable fresh ingredients while soaking in the lively atmosphere. After a stroll, take a moment to unwind with a coffee at one of the typical French cafés. Back to the house for lunch a little prep for the Beef Wellington.
Cocktails & canapés
Confit duck leg, peach “Hoi Sin”, crispy gem
Grilled monkfish & prawns, BBQ gratin, BBQ Caesars
Cheese and quince
Cherries jubilee
Local wine
DAY 3 Sunday Help yourself to; continental breakfast/ warm croissants, toasted mais bread, house Jam, tea, coffee Juice, eggs by Emma
A morning of cooking, twice-baked soufflé, puff pastry, beef fillet, pommes Anna, peaches & cremeaux.
Cocktails & canapés
Twice-baked Prawn soufflé
Emma’s beef Wellington, Pommes Anna,
Summer beans, Brebis & toasted hazelnuts
Cheese and quince
Strawberries & white chocolate cremeaux
Local wine
DAY 4 Help yourself to; Continental breakfast/ Croissants, house Jam, Tea, Coffee Juice, etc…depart for the airport
Depending on flight times; A visit to Maison Guingets chocolate shop/factory and a visit to Duras and our local market . A coffee at our local café Sylvies.
Price
The price per room based on 2 people sharing is £1795.00
Single occupancy £1495.00
3-6 persons on each course
Please note; Depending on seasonal changes, weather and the availability of local products menus are subject to change. Gourmet weekends are not cookery school weekends. We will be cooking for you. So you just relax and enjoy great food.
What’s included?
3 nights’ accommodation in a room with a super king-size bed, Egyptian cotton bed linen, flat screen TV, English channels, en-suite bathroom with walk-in showers;
All meals: breakfast, nibbles, lunch & dinner.
All aperitifs & wine with meals. Coffee, tea, biscuits and cakes.
All ingredients for the cookery course.
Bergerac airport pick up.
Transportation throughout the weekend.
What’s not included?
Please note that flights are not included in the package. If you would like to hire a car, it’s not necessary as we will provide transportation throughout the weekend. Our location is conveniently situated 35 minutes from Bergerac Airport and 80 to 100 minutes from Bordeaux.
Travelling from Bordeaux to our location is quite straightforward. The new tram system, which is located just outside the airport terminal, offers a direct route to Bordeaux’s central train station. From there, you can catch a direct train on the Bergerac-Sarlat-la-Canéda line, alighting at Ste Foy la Grande. We would be pleased to pick you up from the station, which is just a 15-minute drive north of our location.
Extend your weekend
If you’re planning to extend your travel break, consider arriving in Bordeaux. This city offers a blend of rich history, stunning architecture, and a vibrant cultural scene, making it an excellent choice to start a long weekend getaway. For your stay, we recommend choosing a hotel near the opera house, as it provides easy access to the city’s lively atmosphere and elegant entertainment options. We often direct our guests to the Hand Picked Hotels site, where you can find over 20 excellent hotels in the centre of Bordeaux.
If you are flying into Bergerac, you’ll find the charming town just 6 km from Bergerac airport, making it ideal for a day or two of exploration before you join us. We highly recommend the Hotel de Bordeaux and Hotel de France, both excellent business hotels situated on the same street. These hotels offer clean accommodations, inviting pools, and a prime location near Old Town Bergerac’s restaurants, bars, and the beautiful River Dordogne.
