Gastronomy tours and events
Our gastronomy tours provide the opportunity to discover more than simply the artistic patrimony of a place – we learn about the true, essential character of Provence, Sicily, the Basque Country and many other regions through the people who live there and their traditions. We offer two types of tour – those focusing on wine are designed to provide an in-depth study of the wine-making process in the classic destinations visited. Led by specialists, these tours feature tutored wine tastings, as well as exclusive winery visits, often hosted by the winemakers themselves in beautiful landscapes.
Our gastronomic tours are broader in scope, including not only food and wine but also nearby cultural highlights. More than simply a gourmet holiday (top restaurants are of course often included) but the focus is equally on local producers and intimate, simple meals or wine tastings. The majority of our tours take place in parts of Italy, Spain and France.
More Gastronomy tours and events
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Everything slotted into place, as if by (carefully worked out) magic. His (Ian's) enthusiasm for the history of Georgia was hugely infectious. "
Georgia Uncovered - Treasures of the Southern Caucasus
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A most interesting tour and a good introduction to a diverse and complex country that few in Britain or North America will know about. The mountain scenery and insights into the rural economy were intriguing, and the Chavchavadze House, the Stalin Museum, and the museums were fascinating. "
Georgia Uncovered - Treasures of the Southern Caucasus
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I loved the combination of a beautiful city with a very special interest. "
Opera & Ballet in Copenhagen - Rossini, Wagner and the Royal Danish Ballet
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A lovely week packed with information and sensory overload - so much to take in and so much to think about. "
Granada & Córdoba - with Úbeda and Baeza
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Matthew was wonderful. He was so enthusiastic and passionate about his subject, with seemingly inexhaustible patience, explaining the enigmas attaching to the Wall and getting everyone to think. Exhilarating! "
Walking Hadrian’s Wall - Roman civilisation at the edge of an Empire