This “colorful and tasty” program has been designed especially for Cultural Crossroads travelers who are particularly interested
in discovering the secrets of French cuisine and some of the most interesting gardens including many private gardens not normally
opened to the public. Cultural Crossroads travelers will enjoy a cooking demonstration by a well-known Chef, wine and olive
oil tastings, and a private visit to a Renaissance castle which is now a private residence. We also visit a workshop that
creates Provencal fabrics, a glass blowing museum, the impressive estate and winery of Val Joanis, and a class with a perfume
expert in her laboratory in one of the most famous perfume factories of Grasse. Of course, every day will include local French
cuisine.
Amboise will be our home for 6 nights, a perfect location in the heart of the Loire Valley, which is often referred to as
the center of the French “Art de Vivre” because of its long tradition of elegant chateaux and delicious food. Cultural Crossroads
travelers will follow our expert study leader, from castle to castle from the Middle Ages through the Renaissance to the 18th
and 19th century, we will discover treasures of art, exceptional parks and gardens, arts and crafts of the region and enter
the fascinating history of the châteaux country.
