The course has a strong emphasis on Gastronomy. You will be introduced to new ingredients and new wines. The seasons have a strong influence here, so the menu will vary with the time of your visit. Wonderful Moules de Bouchot in summer, Ceps and Vacherin cheese in Autumn. Always bright yellow eggs, and delicious bread. At lunch time, we will visit a wide range of tried and tested restaurants. Most of these are hidden away, and have slowly but surely added to the repertoire. Roger has a great knowledge of food and wine gained during his long career as a food photographer, and speaks French fluently. This is also a great opportunity to learn about the wines of the Pays de Loire. This area is often ignored in the UK, Australia and the USA, where Bordeaux and Burgundy rule. It produces a huge range of glorious wines including Sancerre, Vouvray, St Nicholas de Bourgueil, Pouilly Fumé, Saumur Champigny and of course Muscadet.
home availability menu contact details location price	We'll be making regular visits to local markets. Not only village markets, but also the great Halles of Niort and La Rochelle. Apart from photography, the course offers a solid introduction to French food and wine.
autumn break