3 nights- Beautiful prawns, local duck, Marmande strawberries, delicious tomatoes, apricots, Spring lamb racks, fruits de mer. 21st May
Spring has firmly arrived, bringing with it an exciting array of seasonal produce. We are currently in the prime of the white and green asparagus season, along with the delightful sweetness of apricots. This region is renowned for its exquisite duck dishes, and now is the perfect time to indulge in the fresh shellfish offerings, including delightful Fruits de Mer and beautifully sourced prawns.
Example itinerary
DAY 1 Friday Once you arrive, we’ll give you a quick tour, and then it’s time to kick off your shoes, relax, and enjoy a drink as you settle in. Join us at 7 PM for some local pink fizz, tasty canapés, and a four-course dinner featuring wonderful local wines. Can’t wait to see you!
Canapés & local pink fizz
King prawn ravioli & bisque
Dorade royale, asparagus a la Française, crispy potato cake
Local cheese
“Strawberries and custard”
Of course local wine
DAY 2 Help yourself to; continental breakfast/ warm croissants, toasted mais bread, house Jam, tea, coffee Juice, etc….
A visit to Ste Foy market to get some wonderful fresh ingredients, especially oysters and have a stroll around and a coffee in one of the cafés. Back to the house for lunch and the choice is yours: A dip in the pool & relax with a drink and a good book or a little preparation for tonight’s dinner.
Cocktails & canapés
Marmande “tomato salad”, Coulioure anchovies, Brebis
Roasted duck breast, Sarladaise potatoes, green asparagus
Cheese and quince
Apricot Sacristan
Local wine
DAY 3 Help yourself to; continental breakfast/ warm croissants, toasted mais bread, house Jam, tea, coffee Juice, amazing scrambled eggs by Emma.
Lamb board
Sundays in France are all about coming together with family, friends & loved ones for an experience that’s both relaxing and enjoyable! We start off the evening with some refreshing aperitifs and tasty canapés, setting the stage for the deliciousness ahead.
We’re all about bringing you the best local and seasonal ingredients directly from the markets and straight to the plates.
Cocktails & canapés
Les Caulins “fruits de mer”
BBQ Lamb board & fondant potatoes, herb salsa, pomegranates & toasted pinenuts
Cheese and quince
Fine apple tart, Armagnac ice cream
Local wine
DAY 4 Help yourself to; Continental breakfast/ Croissants, house Jam, Tea, Coffee Juice, etc…
Depending on your flights; 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 £1995.00
Single occupancy £1595.00
3-6 persons on each course.
Please note that our menus might change based on availability, weather, and what’s fresh from local producers. While our gourmet weekends aren’t strictly cookery weekends, you’re welcome to get a little hands-on, if you wish. Emma is always willing to get you involved and share some handy culinary tips and tricks of the trade. We’ll mostly handle the cooking, so kick back, relax, and enjoy some fantastic food! Can’t wait to see you!
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.
**Bergerac Flights** British Airways operates flights from London City Airport from May – September, with four flights per week and from London Stansted May – September on Saturday. Ryanair offers year-round flights to Bergerac from London Stansted and seasonal flights from Bristol, East Midlands, Liverpool, Edinburgh, Bournemouth, and London Stansted. Additionally, Jet2.com flies to Bergerac from Leeds Bradford.
**Bordeaux Flights** The following airlines provide flights to Bordeaux: Easyjet, Ryanair, Air France, British Airways.
https://www.bordeaux.aeroport.fr/en/flights-destinations/all-flights-from-bordeaux
**Nearest Train Station** The closest train station to major routes is Sainte-Foy-la-Grande, located 15 km away.
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.
