Le Cordon Bleu Paris 5-Night Adventure with Airfare for (2)

Item Number: CMP-121
Time Left: CLOSED
Value: $12,404
Online Close: Sep 1, 2010 11:59 PM EDT
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Description
Le Cordon Bleu Paris - Enjoy your choice of one of the following Le Cordon Bleu culinary experiences for (2). Founded in Paris in 1895, Le Cordon Bleu has acquired an international reputation built on excellence in culinary and hospitality education. In addition to culinary and management programs, Le Cordon Bleu has expanded its activities to include a range of short courses for those with a passion for the culinary arts. Valid one year from date of purchase, subject to availability.
Le Cordon Bleu Discovery Workshops in Cuisine & Pastry - Enjoy a six-hour themed workshop for (2). Workshops take place in the practical classrooms, and give you as much exposure as possible to the working environment of a kitchen. This hands-on experience allows the more knowledgeable gourmet enthusiast the opportunity to innovate. All necessary ingredients and equipment are provided and you are free to take home your days work. Courses take place on selected Saturdays from 8:30am-3:30pm.
2010 Dates & Themes
January 9 | Making Your Own Bread |
January 16 | Winter Pastries |
January 23 | Homemade Sauces, the Finishing Touch |
January 23 | Savory Petits Fours |
January 30 | Financiers, Cakes and Pound Cakes |
February 6 | Freshly Baked Pastries |
February 13 | Cooking with Champagne |
February 20 | Winter Pastries |
February 27 | Making Your Own Bread |
February 27 | The Catch of the Day, Basic Techniques |
March 27 | Terrines, a Traditional French Starter |
March 27 | Savory Petits Fours |
April 17 | Financiers, Cakes and Pound Cakes |
April 24 | Mediterranean Flavors |
April 24 | Freshly Baked Pastries |
May 15 | Sweet Petits Fours |
May 22 | Cooking with Champagne |
May 29 | Savory Petits Fours |
June 5 | Summer Pastry, Tarts |
June 19 | Sweet Petits Fours |
June 26 | Taste of Provence |
June 26 | Seasonal Fruits, Tarts |
July 10 | Savory Petits Fours |
July 17 | Making Your Own Bread |
July 31 | Freshly Baked Pastries |
August 7 | Summer Pastry, Tarts |
August 14 | Sweet Petits Fours |
September 4 | Taste of Provence |
September 4 | Perfect Savory and Sweet Macaroons |
September 11 | Savory Petits Fours |
September 18 | The Catch of the Day, Basic Techniques |
September 18 | Freshly Baked Pastries |
September 25 | Financiers, Cakes and Pound Cakes |
October 2 | The Chef??A???A???A???A?s Choice, Poultry |
October 2 | Making Your Own Bread |
October 9 | Perfect Savory and Sweet Macaroons |
October 9 | Terrines, a Traditional French Starter |
October 16 | Fall Pastry, Cakes |
October 23 | Making Your Own Bread |
October 23 | Homemade Sauces, the Finishing Touch |
November 6 | Freshly Baked Pastries |
November 20 | The Chef??A???A???A???A?s Choice for Thanksgiving, Poultry |
November 20 | Fall Pastry, Cakes |
December 4 | Perfect Savory and Sweet Macaroons |
December 4 | The Chef??A???A???A???A?s Choice: Duck |
December 11 | Christmas Chocolates |
December 18 | The Chef??A???A???A???A?s Choice, Foie Gras |
December 18 | Christmas Cakes |
December 18 | Freshly Baked Pastries |
OR
In Honor of Julia Child - Features techniques that Julia Child created during her time at Le Cordon Bleu in Paris and in Mastering the Art of French Cooking. This six-hour demonstration and workshop will feature the following recipes: pastry turnovers with Roquefort cheese, lamb stew with spring vegetables, and chocolate mousse.
Julia Child became an American celebrity chef after graduating from Le Cordon Bleu Paris in 1951. Julia Child was one of the first women to introduce the French culinary techniques taught at Le Cordon Bleu to the American public, through TV emissions and many publications. Julia Child received the L??A???A???A???A?gion of Honneur in 2000 and the M??A???A???A???A?daille Pr??A???A???A???A?sidentielle de la Libert??A???A???A???A? in 2003. Due to the success of the book of the author Julie Powell, Julie & Julia is now a major motion picture produced by Nora Ephron, starring Meryl Streep as Julia Child, Amy Adams as Julie Powell and Stanley Tucci as Paul Child. Demonstrations and workshops are translated into English. Courses are translated in English and take place on selected Saturdays from 8:30am-3:30pm.
2010 Dates
January 9
March 6
July 10
September 25
October 30
OR
Le Cordon Bleu Paris Market Tour - Enjoy a two-hour walking tour of a Parisian market followed by a two-hour demo for (2). Discover the secrets of selecting quality produce and making the most of fresh seasonal ingredients as a Le Cordon Bleu Chef guides you around one of Paris's 80 markets. A light buffet lunch including produce from the market will be followed by a 2 hour demonstration. Courses take place on selected Fridays from 9:30am-3:30pm.
2010 Dates
January 15 | May 14 | September 3 |
January 29 | May 21 | September 10 |
February 12 | May 28 | September 24 |
February 26 | June 4 | October 1 |
March 12 | June 18 | October 8 |
March 26 | July 2 | October 22 |
April 9 | July 23 | November 5 |
April 16 | August 6 | November 19 |
April 30 | August 13 | December 3 |
May 7 | August 27 | December 17 (Christmas market) |
Hyatt Regency Paris Madeleine - Enjoy a five-night stay at this 4-star property three blocks northwest of the Church of the Madeleine. The hotel is clearly different from the usual run of American chain hotels and even offers a minor Asian flair to its design. Occupying a century-old town house with five floors, it manages to create a distinct atmosphere. This boutique property was designed with the high-end business and luxury traveler in mind and has got what it takes to be among the city's finest with an excellent location and elegant accommodations. Valid one year from date of purchase, subject to availability.
American Airlines
This package includes round-trip coach class service for (2) from any American Airlines destination in the 48 contiguous United States or Canada to anywhere American Airlines flies in Europe subject to availability. Upgrade pricing is available. Coach class airfare may be upgraded to first class airfare by calling 877-544-8555. A minimum of 21 days advance booking is required as is a Saturday night stay. Flights will not accrue AAdvantage miles. Miles cannot be utilized to upgrade these coach class certificates to a higher level of service. The certificates will have a one-year expiration date from the date issued and all reservations are subject to availability. The following blackout dates apply:
2010: Jan 1-5; Dec 17-31. 2011: TBD
Any airport departure taxes, fees or fuel surcharges (if charged) are the responsibility of the purchaser. Ground transportation is not included in this package.
Travel is valid 12 months from date of purchase. Reservations are subject to availability. Certificates cannot be replaced if lost, stolen or destroyed. All packages have a no refund policy. Suggested retail value is calculated using tariff air rates and rack room rates.
Special Instructions
Please Note: Travel vouchers and tickets are non-refundable and non-transferrable. In the event they are misplaced, we are not responsible for reimbursement or compensation for the value of the item.