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Cooking (cookery) holidays and courses in Languedoc, south France |
The Languedoc is famous for its Mediterranean cuisine - from superb seafood available all along the coast, to gutsy hunting fare such as wild boar and pheasant. What better place to learn about French or Languedoc cooking? The cookery holidays in Languedoc listed below give you a chance to really get your teeth into the best that the region has to offer. Spend the morning shopping for ingredients in one of the area's many weekly markets - where you'll find France's best oysters, endless cheeses and charcuterie, freshly picked (and always seasonal) fruit and vegetables, and huge barrels of local olives and sun-dried tomatoes.
Accommodation is usually offered with these cookery courses, as well as some meals. Your instructor chefs will often also be able to give you a tour of the local wineries. Some of the courses in Languedoc, south France, are 1-day courses, so perfect for either local residents or visitors just looking for a day out from their regular holiday plans.
Simply click on any of the panels below to read more information on each cookery course or holiday: |
| FEATURED HOLIDAYS & COURSES: |
Petra Carter Cookery Courses
 Innovative, all-inclusive cookery courses for vibrant, modern food; geared towards those with little time on their hands but who still want to eat well and cook for friends. The courses combine fun and relaxation with practical knowledge.
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Where is it? |
 In Mirepeisset, close to Narbonne in the Languedoc, south of France. |
Who runs it? |
Petra Carter, chef and food writer with 20 years experience. |
When is it? |
 WEEKEND COURSES (3 full days, from friday till monday)
- 29 April - 2 May
Yoga & Food Course
a weekend of daily yoga and meditation sessions, learning about simple and healthy food......
- 6 - 9 May
Food and Wine
a collaboration between wine and food experts with an itinerary of cookery demonstrations and vineyard tours......
- 13 - 16 May
Art and Wine
an inspired course mixing wine and art
- 20 - 23 May
Easy Summer
fabulous food for lazy summer days....
- 4 - 11 June
Summer days
week course the ultimate summer course with the best of summer produce....
- 24 - 27
June
Summer Joy
perfect food for perfect weather......
- 2 - 5 September
Simply French
a true taste of France with classic French dishes made easy....
- 9 - 12 September
Photography and Wine
a wine course combined with great photo opportunities......
- 17 - 24 September
Entertaining and Wine
week course the ultimate entertaining course......
- 30 Sept - 3 October
Fab Food on a Budget
great dishes on a shoestring.......
- 7 - 10 October
Cupboard Love
always having something ‘up one’s sleeve’ means being ready for the unexpected....
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| How much is it? |
Please contact Petra Carter for up to date pricing.
The courses include:
- all accommodation at La Souqueto, (also see rooms)
- all airport transfers and all transport on excursions
- all cookery sessions, excursions and tutored wine tastings
- all meals (and wine) both at home and in local restaurants
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Who's it for? |
People with all levels of cooking experience. |
Is accommodation offered? |
 Yes. At the owner's B&B 'La Souqueto' in Languedoc, south of France, (meaning The Little Vine in local Patois) which is a sensitively restored and renovated Maison Bourgeoise. It offers great food, a friendly atmosphere and artistic inspiration.
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Where can I get more info? |
Website: www.petracarter.com
Phone: (0033) 4 68 40 77 18
E-mail: info@petracarter.com |
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Gastro Academy - Masterchef Cookery Courses
 Recommended in the book “The 100 Best Worldwide Vacations to Enrich Your Life”, French House Party offers superior residential learning courses at an 8-bedroomed house near Carcassonne, France, with swimming pool, tennis court and boules pitch.
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| What is it? |
The Gastro Academy offers three residential course options: the 3-day Cuisine in Brief, 6-day Gourmet Explorer and 7-day Cook au Vin.
1-day, non-residential Chef Encounter courses are available on selected dates during the year.
This is the ultimate hands-on gastronomic vacation, a rare chance to take culinary lessons from top-class professionals who currently run acclaimed multiple-star gourmet restaurants in region and who specialise in classic French and traditional Languedoc cuisine - with an added contemporary twist of adventure.
* See also Creative Writing (Writing-Poetry section) and Dean Friedman’s Songwriting workshops (Singing and Music section). |
Where is it? |
 Near Carcassonne in the Aude department of Languedoc. Fly to Carcassonne with RyanAir or Toulouse (various carriers).
Airport transfers included in price (does not apply to Chef Encounter 1-day course). |
Who runs it? |
The French House Party French master-chefs Jean-Marc Boyer and Robert Abraham enjoy celebrity status: television appearances, media praise, Michelin stars, glittering prizes and recommendations in the most influential restaurant guides, including the Gault Millau, the Bottin Gourmand, the Champérard and the Michelin - this means that they and their signature dishes are synonymous with cooking innovation, art and flair.
The cookery classes are combined with learning about – and enjoying – some of the phenomenal wines to be found in the region, such as Corbieres and Minervois. |
When is it? |
2011 dates:
Cuisine in Brief (3 days): March 25-27 (Fish and shellfish only); April 29-May 1; June 17-19 (Vegetarian cuisine); October 7-9.
Gourmet Explorer: (6 days): April 17-22; May 15-20; September 18-23.
Cook au Vin: (7 days): October 16-21.
Chef Encounter: (1 day): 10 March; 07 Avril;04 May; 08 September;13 October; 28 October; 10 November; 1 Décember; 15 Décember. |
| How much is it? |
(All-inclusive prices - 2011)
Cuisine in Brief: £495 ($740) pp.
Gourmet Explorer: £1,200 ($1,745) pp
Cook au Vin: £1,400. ($2,100) pp
Chef Encounter (non-residential): £150.00 ($220) pp
(Overnight B&B on Chef Encounter: additional £55 pp per night, sharing room.
Dinner: £40 pp per night) |
Who's it for? |
All courses are suitable for both experienced cooks and beginners who are passionate about food.
Instruction is in English, with French. |
Is accommodation offered? |
 Is accommodation offered?
Yes., all accommodation is included in the price.*
More details on their website.
*Does not apply to 1-day Chef Encounter course. |
Where can I get more info? |
Website: www.frenchhouseparty.eu
Phone: (0044) 7900 322 791
E-mail: enquiries@frenchhouseparty.co.uk |
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| OTHERS: |
Mediterranean Cookery Courses at Mas Saurine
What is it? |
Cookery courses run by a professional cookery instructor, in a farmhouse near the Pyrénées in Languedoc, south of France. |
More info: |
Website: www.Mas-Saurine.com
Phone: (0033) 4 68 05 85 66
E-mail: carolynnhindesmith@hotmail.com |
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Bleu Cuisine
What is it? |
Cookery courses / holidays run by a qualified chef in the ruggedly beautiful Corbières region of Languedoc, south France. |
Where can I get more info? |
Website: www.bleu-cuisine.com
Phone: (0033) 4 68 33 94 23
E-mail: bleu-cuisine@laposte.net |
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Château de Quarante
What is it? |
French cuisine courses run in a beautiful château just outside the village of Quarante, near the Canal du Midi in Languedoc, south France. |
More info: |
Website: www.chateaudequarante.com
Phone: 00 33 (0)4 67 89 40 41
E-mail: chateau.quarante@wanadoo.fr |
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