food-fueled touring

February 9th, 2011

Escape to the south of France this spring and relax into the easy-going Provençal lifestyle; taste the sun-drenched cuisine, sip Rhône wines at local vineyards, and bicycle among the olive groves. Hotel Crillon le Brave, one of France’s most notable boutique hotels, is offering culinary and wine packages that combine the spectacular culture and cuisine of the region.

Hotel Crillon le Brave

Truffle & Wine Weekends

Learn:  Join a morning truffle hunting excursion with an expert truffler in the woods near Mont Ventoux and see how dogs sniff for the black diamonds. Back at the hotel, head into the kitchen for a cooking demonstration featuring your fresh truffles.

Tour and Explore: Taste wines at Château La Nerthe, an 800-year old estate; visit Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, Provence’s antique capital; and visit local colorful outdoor markets with fresh produce on offer.

Saveur: Beef tenderloin drizzled with truffle puree, salmon stuffed with scallops and truffles and foie gras topped with truffles

Details: The three-night all-inclusive package is offered March 3-6 and March 17-20 with prices starting at €1,130 for two guests ($1,534 at time of release). Includes accommodations, above activities, and all meals (except lunch following truffle excursion). Wine with meals and transportation is an additional cost.

Cooking Program

Learn: In groups of up to eight, guests participate in five intensive half-day cooking classes with recipes for complete menus to take home.

Tour and Explore:  Excursions to meet with local truffle hunters, winemakers, and cheese makers; visits to Carpentras Market (which has been in existence since 1155); wine tastings at Chateau Pesquié and, cheese sampling at a local artisanal.

Saveur:  Leg of lamb, sweet onion soup, poached quail eggs, crusted sea bass, and fresh legumes

Details:  The six night all-inclusive program is offered April 3-9 and April 10-16 and costs €2,900 per person. Non-cooking companions cost €1,900 per person ($1,615 at time of release). Includes accommodations, above activities, ground transportation, all meals (including wine), and welcome cocktails.

50% Savings Offer

Details: Room nights start at €125 per night ($169 at time of release), March 2 -April 28 with 50% savings offer. Crillon le Brave is open Wednesday through Saturday nights in March, and seven days a week in April. Blackout dates include April 22-24 and cannot be combined with any other offer.

To make a reservation, call +33 (0)4 90 65 61 61 or email reservations@crillonlebrave.com.

 

About Hotel Crillon le Brave

A relaxed haven of simple sophistication, the five-star property consists of seven beautifully restored stone houses, dating from the 16th and 17th centuries, that are linked by bridges, cobblestone walkways and hidden courtyards. The authentic Provençal accommodations include 23 rooms, seven suites and a two-bedroom house, each decorated with a mix of contemporary furnishings and shabby-chic accents.

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