Celebrating white asparagus, guinea fowl, morel mushrooms, king pranws, strawberries, pork Anchaud, twice-baked soufflé
Friday 17th April; 3 nights
We are thrilled to announce the arrival of the white and green asparagus season, alongside the exquisite Gariguettes strawberries that are gracing our markets. With Easter just around the corner, spring lamb is now at its peak, and we’re excited to showcase a local delicacy, “Anchaud,” in our upcoming culinary experience. Join us for a perfect short break in the stunning South West of France, where we’ll immerse ourselves in the rich flavors of the region, highlighting seasonal produce from local artisans. Over the course of three nights, you’ll enjoy market visits, relaxation, and indulge in outstanding food, exceptional wine, and delightful company. This unique getaway promises to leave you enchanted by the Lot-et-Garonne lifestyle, with its breathtaking views, serene ambiance, and a truly tranquil way of life. Come savor the essence of spring with us!
Example itinerary
DAY 1 Friday; We will pick you up at Bergerac Airport and take the picturesque 30 minute drive to our house “Les Caulins”. A quick tour of our house, relax, kick off your shoes, have a drink & settle in. We will meet at 7pm for aperitifs, canapés and a 4 course dinner with local wines.
Canapés & local pink fizz
White asparagus, chive hollandaise, crispy ham
Confied pork Anchaud, roasted sarladaise potatoes, peas a la Francaise
Local cheese
House profiteroles, strawberry cream
Of course local wine
DAY 2 Help yourself to; continental breakfast, croissants, toasted mais bread, house Jam, tea, coffee Juice, etc….
A visit to Ste Foy market to get some wonderful fresh ingredients and have a stroll around and a coffee in one of the cafés. Back at the house a lunch of award winning Goats Cheese that has been made just 2km from the house by the wonderful shepherdess Stephanie.
In the afternoon preparation of strawberry vacherin if yo wish.
Cocktails & canapés
King prawn & salmon rillette, pea mouse
Corn fed guinea fowl, morel mushroom cream, green asparagus wrapped in Parma ham
Cheese and quince
Strawberry Vacherin
Local wine
Day 3 After a lie in. Help yourself to; continental breakfast, croissants, toasted mais bread, house Jam, tea, coffee Juice and decadent scrambled eggs by Emma. Lamb prep for dinner if you wish
Late Lazy French Sunday Lunch / Dinner French Sunday lunches are celebrated for the way people take their time to enjoy multiple courses of food accompanied by good wine and good conversation. We start with aperitifs and canapés, followed by whatever is in season. Cheese follows and a typically French dessert.
Cocktails & canapés
Twice baked soufflé, Winter truffle cream, wild mushrooms
New season lamb board, fondant potatoes, lots of herbs, brebis
Cheese and quince
Crème brûlée
Local wine
DAY 4 Monday Help yourself to; continental breakfast/ warm croissants, toasted mais bread, house Jam, tea, coffee Juice, etc….
Depending on you 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.
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.
The price per room based on 2 people sharing is £1895.00
Single occupancy £1395.00
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.
Interested in this weekend? Then please complete the form below; name, how many people? and it is always good to know where you are coming from.
