Le Cordon Bleu Paris Culinary Experience
For Two People / 5-Night Package / Includes Airfare
Cost to Non-profit: $5,250
Suggested Retail Value: $12,934
This Experience Includes:
- Your choice of (1) 3-hour culinary demonstration for (2) at Le Cordon Bleu Paris
- 5-night stay in a standard guest room** at either the Renaissance Paris Le Parc Trocadero or the Renaissance Paris Arc de Triomphe
- Daily breakfast for (2)
- Round-trip coach class airfare for (2) from the contiguous U.S. and Canada to Paris, France
- The purchase of this experience includes a complimentary booking service
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.
Le Cordon Bleu Paris Culinary Demonstration
Enjoy your choice of one three-hour culinary demonstration for (2), subject to availability. Participants must be age 18 or over.
Culinary Demonstrations
Chefs prepare several recipes, giving detailed explanations and includes a tasting which enables you to develop your palate, an important area of Le Cordon Bleu training. At the same time, you can share your observations with other participants in a friendly and multicultural atmosphere. Some demonstrations are translated into English. Demonstrations take place Monday through Friday at 8:30am, 12:30pm, 3:30pm or 6:30pm.
In Honor of Julia Child
Demonstrations feature recipes and techniques that Julia Child used during her time at Le Cordon Bleu in Paris and in Mastering the Art of French Cooking. 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 Légion of Honneur in 2000 and the Médaille Présidentielle de la Liberté in 2003. Due to the success of the book of the author Julie Powell, Julie & Julia became 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 are translated into English and take place on selected dates and times:
- Saturday, March 3, 2012: 8:30am-11:30am
- Saturday, May 19, 2012: 8:30am-11:30am
- Saturday, Jul 28, 2012: 8:30am-11:30am
Renaissance Hotels Paris
Enjoy a five-night stay in a standard guest room** including daily breakfast for (2) at one of these 5-star Renaissance properties in Paris. Subject to availability and cannot be used during hotel special events.
Renaissance Paris Hotel Le Parc Trocadero
Let this 5-star hotel be your peaceful haven in one of the most prestigious neighborhoods of Paris: near the Champs-Elysées, the Eiffel Tower and the Paris Congress Center. This hotel reflects pure elegance and refinement while maintaining the atmosphere of old Paris. Set in a quiet urban hideaway tucked into a leafy neighborhood of quaint shops and cafés, however once inside, the modern charm and sophistication are unmistakable. Just outside lies a brilliant garden courtyard – a lush dining and relaxation spot belying this city center location. **Guest room at this property offers a choice of (1) king, (1) queen, or (1) twin bed. Rollaway beds are not available. Maximum occupancy of (2) per room.
Renaissance Paris Arc de Triomphe
Awarded the prestigious 5-star classification, the Renaissance Paris Arc de Triomphe opened in May 2009 and is located few steps away from the Arc de Triomphe and the Champs-Elysées Avenue. This upscale hotel’s guest rooms are tastefully decorated, with the latest in-room technology. Enjoy dining at the Makassar Lounge Restaurant, serving contemporary French & Indonesian cuisine. **Guest room at this property offers a choice of (1) king or (1) queen. Rollaway beds are not available. Maximum occupancy of (2) per room.
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 Paris, France, subject to availability. A Saturday night stay is required. Flights will not accrue AAdvantage miles. Miles cannot be utilized to upgrade these coach class certificates to a higher level of service. The following blackout dates apply:
2011: Dec 16-31. 2012: Jan 1-3; Dec 14, 2012-Jan 2, 2013.
Airfare will expire one year from the date of purchase. Any airport departure taxes, fees or fuel surcharges (if charged) are the responsibility of the purchaser.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Must be booked a minimum of 60 days in advance. Reservations are subject to availability. Certificates cannot be replaced if lost, stolen or destroyed. All purchases are non-refundable. Packages cannot be resold. Suggested retail value is calculated using tariff air rates and rack room rates. Ground transportation is not included unless where specified.
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