The Olson’s Cooking Adventure

France May 25th to June 1st, 2025

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Hosted By Celebrity Chefs

Anna & Michael Olson

Black plastic fruit boxes full of oranges by orange trees during harvest season in Sicily

Join us on an immersive culinary experience in the beautiful French countryside around Chateauneuf-du-Pape

Nestled between Lyon and Avignon, we will become locals for a week in the town of La Garde-Adhemar.
Sightseeing, wine tastings, market tours, cooking classes, and cooking together will be the ingredients of this unforgettable French travel recipe!

We are so excited to share this delicious part of France with you, and this tour is like no other we’ve hosted. With more time to shop & cook together, while also appreciating the villages and countryside nearby.

Anna & Michael

Tour Itinerary

Day 1 – Welcome to France - Sunday, May 25th

Arrival to Lyon 4* Hotel located in city centre (or similar)

6:45 pm – Lobby of the hotel – Meet and greet with the rest of the group.

Welcome dinner at one of Lyon’s best restaurants.

Day 2 – Lyon's favorite spots - Monday May 26th

We will start the day with a stroll through the city of Lyon visiting Anna and Michael’s favourite spots before stopping for lunch.

In the late afternoon transfer to La Garde-Adhemar and check in at our beautiful private villa.

After settling in, we’ll cook together to prepare a wonderful dinner, kicking off our relaxed countryside living adventure.

Day 3 – Montelimar: nougat & wine - Tuesday May 27th

After getting our fresh breakfast delivered from the local bakery to our villa, we will take a short drive to the town of Montelimar, famous for its nougat production.

After visiting one of the local nougateries, we will have lunch at a local traditional restaurant and a little free time in town. The afternoon will be dedicated to wine tasting. With dinner taking place at a restaurant before heading back “home”.

Day 4 – Uzes & Saint-Benezet - Wednesday May 28th

Today we visit Uzes, one of the most beautiful villages in this area. Tag along with us to discover what the local market has to offer, sample food and meet local vendors.

Lunch will be at one of our (and soon hopefully yours too) favorite restaurants.

In the afternoon, a short drive will take us to St. Benezet for a cheese discovery experience at the local famous fromagerie.

Light apero dinner at home, at our chateau.

Day 5 – Wines & Avignon – Thursday May 29th

Today we immerse ourselves in the world of French wines by visiting one of the best wineries in Châteauneuf-du-Pape.

After an extensive tasting, we will travel to Avignon, where, after lunch you’ll have a chance to explore this picturesque, vibrant, and historically rich destination. Nestled in the heart of Provence, this enchanting city is a must-visit.

Dinner will be in Mondragon before returning home.

Day 6 – The French countryside – Friday May 30th

The day will start with a visit to the local market (Pierrelatte) to gather the ingredients needed for the day.

Back at our villa, Anna & Michael will guide us through the most amazing cooking day experience.

Lunch and dinner will be prepared and enjoyed at the villa and everyone will contribute to create an unforgettable meal!

Day 7 – Back to the city – Saturday May 31st

After checking out from the villa, we will travel back to Lyon where we can drop off our suitcases before going for lunch at a local restaurant.

Upon check-in, the afternoon will be yours to enjoy some local shopping or R&R at the hotel.

In the evening, we will meet for our farewell dinner.

Day 8 – Time to say goodbye - June 1st

We hope this will be an experience you’ll never forget!

After one last breakfast together, it will be time to say: “au revoir et à la prochaine”.

We can assist you with arranging transfer to wherever you may have to go next or to the closest airport to make your way back home.

A bientot!

Sweet and sour tunafish
Pistachio with leaf
Pistachio with leaf
The cathedral of Syracuse in Sicily
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Wanna stay longer in? Let us know and we can customize your program based on your needs!

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Always have an FTDA representative available during the trip.

Small restaurant by street in the old italy town

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