In the heart of Brittany
with
Chef Christian and Christiana Caille
La Prévenchère rated "excellent" on Trip Advisor
“La Prévenchère is a place for the soul.
And the meals were exceptional –
the best of our whole month in Europe.” Marjorie Donalds, USA
And the meals were exceptional –
the best of our whole month in Europe.” Marjorie Donalds, USA
Christian and Christiana have created "Cours Culinaires et Culturels" -- our unique vacation packages -- for anyone who loves exploring markets and cooking with the freshest ingredients. It’s also the perfect opportunity to discover the beauty and treasures of the Breton countryside. We invite you to La Prévenchère for Autumnal Delight 2012 §§
And of course we would be delighted to help you plan a visit and to tailor a package especially for you.
"Lord, it is time. The summer was very big. Lay thy shadow on the sundials, and on the meadows let the winds go loose. Command the last fruits that they shall be full; give them another two more southerly days, press them on to fulfillment and drive the last sweetness into the heavenly wine." - Rainer Maria Rilke
An October Full of Splendor, and
A November to Treasure
A SEPTEMBER TO REMEMBER
"Do you remember the 21st night of September?/Love was changing the minds of pretenders/While chasing the clouds away/Our hearts were ringing/In the key that our souls were singing./As we danced in the night,/Remember how the stars stole the night away."- September, Lyrics by Maurice White, Charles Stemney and Verdine WhiteDay 1, Wednesday:
Arrival at CDG or travel from la Gare Montparnasse in Paris
Take the train to Rennes directly from CDG airport where you can rent a car for your stay.
If you have arrived earlier in Paris, then take a train from la Gare Montparnasse to Saint-Brieuc where you can also rent a car.
Journey to La Prévenchère through the Breton countryside and the lovely village of Le Quillio
Reception at La Prévenchère
Dinner of “Omelette Napoléon”
Day 2, Thursday: On your own for excursions: Visits to nearby villages and towns such as Le Quillio, Saint Thélo and Moncontour and/or the market in Dinan with lunch at one of our favorite restaurants, Les Trois Lunes.
Arrival at CDG or travel from la Gare Montparnasse in ParisTake the train to Rennes directly from CDG airport where you can rent a car for your stay.
If you have arrived earlier in Paris, then take a train from la Gare Montparnasse to Saint-Brieuc where you can also rent a car.
Journey to La Prévenchère through the Breton countryside and the lovely village of Le Quillio
Reception at La Prévenchère
Dinner of “Omelette Napoléon”
Day 2, Thursday: On your own for excursions: Visits to nearby villages and towns such as Le Quillio, Saint Thélo and Moncontour and/or the market in Dinan with lunch at one of our favorite restaurants, Les Trois Lunes.
Day 3, Friday ~~ MOULES ET MER!
Trip to the sea near Saint-Brieuc to harvest mussels and oysters with picnic lunch
Demonstration of Moules Marinières and Crêpes Suzette
Five-course dinner
Demonstration of Moules Marinières and Crêpes Suzette
Five-course dinner
Day 4:
Saturday (Only on September 8 and 15, 2012)Breadmaking at Guette ès Lièvres during the day. Possibility of culinary demonstration and dinner in the evening.
Day 5: Sunday, On your own for excursions
Saturday (Only on September 8 and 15, 2012)Breadmaking at Guette ès Lièvres during the day. Possibility of culinary demonstration and dinner in the evening.Day 5: Sunday, On your own for excursions
Explore the Morbihan or Finistère to the west and south or the Emerald and Pink Granite coasts to the north. Or visit towns near Saint-Caradec.
Day 6: Monday
Day 6: Monday
In the morning, visit the Pontivy market and have lunch in Pontivy.
Culinary instruction and dinner at La Prévenchère
Day 7: Tuesday Culinary Instruction and/or Excursion
Culinary instruction and dinner at La Prévenchère
Day 7: Tuesday Culinary Instruction and/or Excursion
For ideas concerning distinctive itineraries, see http://www.beautifulbrittany.com/
Day 8: Wednesday
Day 8: Wednesday
Departure from La Prévenchère Nous vous souhaitons bonne route et espérons vous revoir bientôt! ... KENAVO in Breton!
AN OCTOBER FULL OF SPLENDOR
AN OCTOBER FULL OF SPLENDOR
Pommes et Cidre, Châtaignes, Champignons §§
Les Produits de l'Automne!
Les Produits de l'Automne!
"There is no season when such pleasant and sunny spots may be lighted on, and produce so pleasant an effect on the feelings, as now in October." - Nathaniel Hawthorne
Day 1, Wednesday:
Day 2, Thursday:
On your own for excursions: Visits to nearby villages and towns such as Le Quillio, Saint Thélo and Moncontour and/or the market in Dinan with lunch at one of our favorite restaurants, Les Trois Lunes.
Day 3, Friday ~~ MOULES ET MER!
Trip to the sea near Saint-Brieuc to harvest mussels and oysters with picnic lunch Demonstration of Moules Marinières and Crêpes Suzette Five-course dinner
Breadmaking at Guette ès Lièvres. On the way home, gather ye chestnuts while ye may for roasting and cooking. Dinner to be determined according to market. Explore the Morbihan or Finistère to the west and south or the Emerald and Pink Granite coasts to the north. Or visit towns near Saint-Caradec.
Day 5: Sunday, On your own for excursions
Explore the Morbihan or Finistère to the west and south or the Emerald and Pink Granite coasts to the north. Or visit towns near Saint-Caradec.
Day 6: Monday
In the morning, visit the Pontivy market and have lunch in Pontivy. Hunt for mushrooms if it has rained and in the afternoon visit a cider brewery. Culinary instruction and dinner.
Culinary instruction and dinner at La Prévenchère.
Culinary instruction and dinner at La Prévenchère.
Day 7: Tuesday Culinary Instruction and/or Excursion
For ideas concerning distinctive itineraries, see http://www.beautifulbrittany.com/
Day 8: Wednesday
Departure from La Prévenchère Nous vous souhaitons bonne route et espérons vous revoir bientôt! ... KENAVO in Breton!
A NOVEMBER TO TREASURE: "The moon of the falling leaves"
with Beaujolais Nouveau and Fresh Turkey from Saint-Caradec, "Gibier" in honor of Saint Hubert, the Hunter (whose feast day is November 3), and More Châtaignes--roasting on an open fire!
"The name 'November' is believed to derive from 'novem' which is the Latin for the number 'nine'. In the ancient Roman calendar November was the ninth month after March. As part of the seasonal calendar November is the time of the 'Snow Moon' according to Pagan beliefs and the period described as the 'Moon of the Falling Leaves' by Black Elk."- Mystical WWW
Day 1: Wednesday
Arrival at CDG or travel from la Gare Montparnasse in Paris Take the train to Rennes directly from CDG airport where you can rent a car for your stay. If you have arrived earlier in Paris, then take a train from la Gare Montparnasse to Saint-Brieuc where you can also rent a car. Journey to La Prévenchère through the Breton countryside and the lovely village of Le Quillio Reception at La Prévenchère Dinner of “Omelette Napoléon”
Day 2: Thursday, November 12
Day 5: Sunday
Day 6: Monday
In the morning, visit the Pontivy market, hunt for mushrooms if it has rained and visit a cider brewery. Prepare either a civet de lapin or the (eponymous) Cailles aux Raisins. Culinary instruction and dinner.
Suggestions for day trips are on La Prévenchère website.
Ce n'est qu'un au revoir!
Day 7: Tuesday
Day 8: Wednesday
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Nota Bene
We generally plan the MOULES ET MER adventure for Friday. However, this is subject to change according to the tides and their coefficients and to your schedule.
In addition, we ask that you provide the transportation for this excursion. Chef Caille will be your navigator!
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Accommodations
La Prévenchère has six rooms -- five with double beds and one room (Sainte Anne) with
twin beds. Breakfast with fresh croissants and baguette and homemade jams is included in the cost of lodging.
Registration for Cours Culinaires et Culture is limited to six individuals (double occupancy in the Sainte Anne).
Pricing (in €)
Lodging and
breakfastSingle occupancy From 38 € to 42 € / night
Double occupancy From 42 € to 48 € / night
Culinary demonstration, excursions, five-course meals
95 Euros/person/event
*****
Dinner is served in the dining room at La Prévenchère. Wine pairing is included.
You will receive all of the recipes for the meals that you prepare.
Additional costs:
Breadmaking: 22 Euros/person
Dinner is served in the dining room at La Prévenchère. Wine pairing is included.
You will receive all of the recipes for the meals that you prepare.
Additional costs:
Breadmaking: 22 Euros/person
With thanks to Michael P. Garofalo,Valley Spirit Center, Red Bluff, California and the following, wonderful website: http://www.egreenway.com/
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