Cart 0
Bienvenue Gourmand
Catering Delivery
Cart 0

Bienvenue
Going Solo

Upcoming course dates:
June 2020

 

Aged between 21 and 35? Keen to experience Bienvenue Gourmand but no one to do it with? Why not join Bienvenue Going Solo - meet new people, eat great food and generally have an awesome time! We will undertake optional daily excursions of markets, historical towns, vineyards and artisan food producers, discovering famous local dishes and flavours as we go. As well as sampling several menus at local reputed restaurants throughout the week, guests will also enjoy Matt and Katie's cooking on site.  Plus, you can choose to bunk with a new friend or pick your own room for an extra cost.

 
 

 
DSC00789.JPG

Course Itinerary

WHAT'S INCLUDED

  • Five nights accommodation and full board (inc. several visits to local restaurants)

  • Two vineyard tours and wine tasting

  • Market tours, with tastings

  • Three visits to artisan food producers

 

Day 1

  • Shake off the tarnish of travelling and enjoy settling into our lovely rooms before drinks and dinner are served in the evening

Day 2

  • Visit the uniquely stunning Brantôme market

  • Take a look around the shops that are situated within the caves around the town

  • Enjoy a gourmet picnic lunch

  • Explore le terroir of the region in the afternoon with a visit to a truffle and saffron family run business. These folks have been in the same place for 300 years and their respect for what they do is second to none

  • Round off the week relishing a delicious evening meal at the reputed Moulin du Pont situated on the bank of Le Dronne

Brantome.jpg

Day 3

  • Visit the Bergerac wine region

  • Take a tour of a fantastic vineyard and taste a range of their superb wines. Later in the week, you will get another chance to enjoy these when we visit Moulin du Pont or dinner

  • Enjoy a relaxed lunch at a local restaurant before taking a tour of Château de Monbazillac in the afternoon and tasting the renowned sweet wine

  • Enjoy a selection of classical and jazz pieces in the evening at Villa Nightingale whilst enjoying drinks and dinner

Day 4

  • Enjoy a lazy morning with coffee, croissants and chat

  • Then head to Villa Nightingale for lunch and a well deserved afternoon off enjoying the beautiful scenery

  • Drinks and dinner in the evening

PHOTO-2018-06-04-15-01-02.jpg

Day 5

  • Visit a beautiful mill where local producers press walnuts and hazelnuts. As well as learning about the oil making process, you will also get a chance to sample their wares. Look out for their oils in our menu

  • Picnic gourmet lunch

  • A true gourmet experience, discover how caviar is made in the region & enjoy a taste of pure luxury

  • Sundowner drinks and dinner

Day 6

Home to put your feet up!

*Specific schedule subject to some change

Accommodation & Course Rates

Deluxe Rooms

PER ADULT IN TWIN SHARE ROOM £700
SINGLE OCCUPANCY - PLEASE ENQUIRE

TWIN W/ PRIVATE BALCONY AND ENSUITE
Features: Private Balcony, Ensuite, Access to Pool, Operatic evening, Full Board and Bienvenue Gourmand Course. Location: Le Cheval Blanc. (Option of additional Wine, Beer and Spirits Package for £75 per person per week).

Standard Rooms

PER ADULT IN TWIN SHARE ROOM £600
SINGLE OCCUPANCY - PLEASE ENQUIRE

TWIN W/ ENSUITE SHOWER
Features: Ensuite, Access to Pool, Full Board, Operatic Evening, and Bienvenue Gourmand Course. Location: Le Cheval Blanc. (Option of additional Wine, Beer and Spirits Package for £75 per person per week).

Quirky Rooms

PER ADULT IN TWIN SHARE ROOM £500
SINGLE OCCUPANCY - PLEASE ENQUIRE

TWIN W/ SHARED BATHROOM
Features: Shared bathroom, Access to Pool, Full Board, Operatic Evening and Bienvenue Gourmand Course. Location: Le Cheval Blanc or Villa Nightingale. (Option of additional Wine, Beer and Spirits Package for £75 per person per week)

Optional Extra

Drinks Package
£75.00