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- A copy of Julia Child's best seller, Mastering the Art of French Cooking, only when clients book this special package through Travel Wizards
A Taste of Julia Child's Paris & Provence is designed as an independent adventure with Travel Wizards working with clients to customize each trip. Travelers have the option of doing portions of the itinerary as a walking tour with a private guide, or a car and driver. In Provence, they can opt for a rental car or a driver and guide as they explore the regions colorful markets and visit Julia's former home, La Pitchoune. Additional special arrangements can also be made, including cooking demonstrations, wine tastings, and restaurant reservations upon request. Three-day "Julia" extensions to Normandy and Marseille are also available. Travelers can choose to explore at their own pace or Travel Wizards can customize the adventure as a guided tour.
- Arrive in Paris and transfer to Hotel Pont Royal where Julia and her husband Paul spent their first night. Welcome bottle of champagne in room. Explore the left bank and later dine at one of Julia's favorite bistros.
- Following your itinerary, or together with your guide, explore Julia's haunts like rue Cler where she loved to market, and view the treasure trove (including of course, the famous copper pots) at the legendary cookware shop E. Dehillerin. Perhaps a visit to the Musee d' Orsay and a meeting with an expert French etiquette hostess. (B)
- This day will center on a culinary experience at Le Cordon Bleu but there will be time for more exploring before dinner. A perfect last night in Paris would be at an historical monument and revered restaurant serving only traditional French cooking that Julia so loved. (B)
- On the way to Gare de Lyon train station, shop at Julia's favorite cheese shop and pick up some camembert. Then, go to a noted bakery for some crusty bread, followed by a trip to her preferred wine shop. Bring this all with you for your lunch on the train ride to Provence. Arrive in Avignon, pick up your rental car, or meet your driver for the trip to your hotel, the magical boutique property L'Oustau de Baumaniere in Les Baux. Enjoy! Travel Wizards recommends dining at the hotel as it is world-famous for its exquisite haute cuisine. (B)
- Travel to the heart of the Côte d'Azur. The next three nights will be at the beautiful Château de la Bégude. Visit the region's colorful markets and make a "pilgrimage" to Julia's former home, the charming farmhouse where she wrote Mastering the Art of French Cooking. If the timing is right, a cooking lesson can be arranged with the current owner and director of the Cooking School. (B)
- Meander the market at Mouans, go to the butcher in Plascassier, and drive to the hilltop town of Saint Paul de Vence to visit one of the world's most famous small museums of modern art. This would be the perfect evening to dine at another of Julia's favorite restaurants in a small village - perhaps to savor the lobster with red wine reduction. (B)
- We suggest a morning of exploring followed by picnic in the park. This afternoon, visit the museum dedicated to the famed "father of modern French cuisine." The museum is housed in his former home. It showcases his utensils and recipes, and provides a rich history of the "King of Chefs and Chef to Kings." Cap this adventure with a special dinner. Travel Wizards suggests the baked sea bass comme Julia in the town of La Napoule. Bon Appétit! (B)
- After breakfast, transfer to the airport at Nice for departure home. (B)
B = Breakfast Included
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While it's a perfect girls' getaway, it's also well suited for anyone who savors food and this culinary icon who changed the way Americans cook today.