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OVERVIEW - SONOMA VACATION FOR FOODIES
Read this fantastic review of our Sonoma Culinary Vacation in the JustLuxe.
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Join us on a culinary journey to Sonoma, in the heart of California’s Wine Country, with handcrafted wines and delectable meals sourced from small local farms. Nestled in a lush valley with trellised vineyards climbing the surrounding hills, and bound by a central plaza and a historic Spanish mission, our Sonoma vacation will take you to one of the most beautiful towns in California.
Step far off the tourist path for an intimate cooking and wine adventure with Sonoma’s finest local chefs and vintners, as you learn to cook with locally-sourced seasonal ingredients. Our Sonoma vacation includes cooking classes taught by expert chefs, dinners at the best restaurants in town, wine tasting at one of the oldest family wineries in California, and a hike with spectacular views of the valley. During your free time you’ll relax at Sonoma’s premier boutique inn and spa.
INSTRUCTION - SONOMA COOKING CLASS
Thanks to an abundance of organic and fresh local produce, our chefs are able create scrumptious menus that change seasonally to reflect the best of what Sonoma has to offer. On our culinary vacation in Sonoma you’ll learn how to create delicious meals that showcase the best of California cuisine. Our chefs will not only show you how to prepare a meal that compliments the season, but will also give you tips on how to get creative with the recipe at home. Once the cooking classes are over, we’ll all sit down and enjoy the fruits of our labor, along with a delicious glass of local wine.
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ITINERARY - CALIFORNIA GETAWAY FOR FOODIES
DAY 1: Your Sonoma Vacation Begins
Pick up from Bay Area airport and transfer to our luxurious hotel & spa in downtown Sonoma. Dinner at Harvest Moon Café.
DAY 2: Tour Sonoma & Taste Its Delicacies
Morning walking tour of historic Sonoma. Afternoon wine tour and cheese tastings. Stay at luxurious hotel & spa.
DAY 3: Cooking Class & Hike
Morning cooking class and lunch. Afternoon hike followed by a visit to the local Farmer’s Market in season. Stay at luxurious hotel & spa.
DAY4: Cooking Class & Farm Tour
Late morning cooking class and tour of organic gardens, olive groves, and vineyards. Afternoon hike and chocolate tasting. Farewell dinner. Stay at luxurious hotel & spa.
DAY 5: Your Vacation to Sonoma Ends
After breakfast transfer to airport for flight home.
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Duration5 days
Dates| Apr - Oct |  |
Prices from| USD 2590 | |
Skill levelBeg - Int
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Our culinary vacation in Sonoma is ideal for people wishing to learn more about farm-to-table cuisine and experience exceptional wines. It is perfect for those wishing to learn to cook scrumptious meals while also experiencing the Wine Country’s relaxed culture and beautiful scenery. You’ll enjoy a variety of culinary experiences: exclusive cooking classes with accomplished chefs, wine & cheese tastings, and top-rated restaurants. Please note that although our Sonoma vacation is not an exceptionally active trip, there is quite a bit of walking, including some on dirt trails.
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| * | Cooking classes with top chefs | | * | Visit working farms & vineyards | | * | Discover the charming Wine Country town of Sonoma | | * | Sample artisanal wines & cheeses | | * | Delicious food, vibrant markets, beautiful scenery, luxury hotel |
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TerrainSmall town nestled in a valley in the heart of California's Wine Country
Instructor to Guest Ratio1:6
Max Group Size12
Accommodation4 nights in a boutique hotel & spa
FoodAll breakfasts, two lunches and two dinners
Travel InfoImportant flight, insurance and equipment information
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Eleanor (UK): The trip was definitely value for money; the accomodation and food were great and the all week guiding and instruction was priceless!
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