Whenever we go to France to visit our family in Paris or Provence, our friends ask if they can come along. And over the years, we have brought some of them with us on our travels. It's always a unique and memorable experience, and now, we can share it with YOU! We are taking small groups (10-12 guests) on a six-day culinary and cultural adventure to the Cotê D'Azur, where the fragrance of lavender, herbs de Provence, fresh truffles, wild mushrooms and the Mediterranean sea scent the air. We will introduce you to the flavors of local produce, nearby wineries and seafood right off the fishing boat to awaken your palette. You'll stay in a historic Provençal mansion located in a hillside village and you'll meet our local friends, who will share the secrets of the region and its many culinary delights.
We'll bring you on daily excursions that vary with the season: to the market in nearby Fayence, and to Cannes or Saint-Raphaël to discover the bounty the Mediterranean has to offer, and to shop where the movie stars go. We will take you to the famous village of Saint-Paul de Vence to discover the finest local artisans in this breathtaking medieval village, and to tour the sculpture gardens at Foundation Maeght and dine at the renown La Colombe d'Or. Our deep roots in the region have also led us to hidden gems and bespoke experiences that you won't find on other tours.
And of course, we will host a series of family-style cooking classes in which you will learn new techniques and traditional recipes that have been handed down from both our Parisian and Provençal families. Our service is a hands-on adventure, where each guest is invited to take a turn in the kitchen, playing a role in the memorable meals we'll share together.
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In 2027, we welcome Michelin Chef Barry Honan of Lotus Noodle Bar in St Augustine! Chef Barry is a culinary artist dedicated to his craft and the pursuit of excellence. We are honored to have him join us in Provence in 2027!
ITINERARY
(Subject to change based on availability, dates, seasonality and special interests of the group.)
AVAILABLE DATES
We are now booking reservations for our September 2027 trips:​
August 29-September 4, 2027 and September 5-11, 2027.
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As always, we will sell out so please reach out to us
so we can save your spot!

WHAT'S INCLUDED
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6 Nights Accommodations at a Historic Villa
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All Breakfasts
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Sunday Welcome Snack or Lunch
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Five Dinners Including Wine
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Hands-on Cooking Classes
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Wine Tasting
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Olive Oil Tasting
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Cheese Tasting
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All Sightseeing and Visits
Fly into Nice Airport in France
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Taxi and car services are available. Car travel to our villa in Bagnols-en-Fôret is just under an hour from Nice, Cannes or Antibes.​
PRICING
For 2027 -
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Double occupancy and a shared hall bathroom (shared by 2 bedrooms): $3500 / per person​
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Single occupancy room with shared bath: $3900 / per person
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Double occupancy room with private bath: $3750 / per person
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Single occupancy room with a private bath: $4500 / per person
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NOT INCLUDED
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Flights to/from Nice Airport
Transportation to/from Nice Airport to villa
Travel Insurance
Meals not listed in itinerary
(5 lunches on day trips, 1 dinner)
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Terms & Conditions
A deposit of $750 per person is required at booking to reserve your place on the tour.
Another $750 pp is due 150 days before the tour starts
Balance is due in full 90 days before the tour starts.
Cancellation
Your deposit is refundable in full within the first 30 days of your deposit, so long as you have booked more than 150 days before the start date of the tour. If you book within 150 days of the start date of the tour, your deposit is immediately non-refundable (with a 24 hour cancellation grace period), unless we are able to rebook your spot. We keep a waiting list in case of cancellations.
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Chef AlexG, LLC, reserves the right to re-calculate prices due to currency fluctuations. For full terms and conditions refer to Terms & Conditions page.
JOIN THE ADVENTURE

Your hosts Amy Kalafa and Chef Barry Honan are eager to share their knowledge of French cuisine, sustainable agriculture and fine art.
Amy's career is in the global television news-media production world. She and husband Chef Alex went on to produce and edit award-winning TV series and films about food, French culture and music. They were also co-founders of Animal Farm, the first certified organic poultry and game bird farm on the East Coast, with customers such as Anthony Bourdain, Dean & Deluca, David Bouley and The Peninsula Hotel. Alex founded Chef AlexG, LLC in St. Augustine, Florida in 2021.
Chef Barry, formerly of 3-star Michelin restaurant Le Bernardin in NYC was mentored under Chef Eric Ripert. During his tenure as a sous chef, Le Bernardin was awarded the best restaurant in the world in 2018 and 2019.



