EPICUREAN ADVENTURES WITH GOURMET ESPIONNAGE
Gourmet Espionnage is based in Annecy, the beautiful capital city of the Haute Savoie region of France. Dating back to the 10th century, Annecy is located at the North end of its stunning lake surrounded by dominating mountains. Annecy is easily accessed from Paris (560km) and Lyon (135km) and is just 35km from the gateway city of Geneva. Its proximity to numerous alpine resorts makes it a popular base for winter and summer sports enthusiasts.
Gourmet Espionnage has been arranging bespoke gastronomic adventures since 2000. Recognising the plethora of artisan producers in the region, Gourmet Espionnage creates individually tailored programmes for individuals or groups throughout the year.
EXAMPLES OF GASTRONOMIC ADVENTURES
Pâtisserie course or Chocolate course (half day)
Taking place in the picturesque village of Sallanches, just 72km from Annecy, this half day will introduce you to the skills and expertise required to be a top Pâtissier or Chocolatier. Our resident expert trained at the 4* luxury 2* guide michelin Père Bise Auberge in Talloires and worked as Chef Pâtissier in 2 top London Hotels, the 5*Landemark Palace Hotel and the 2* guide michelin The Square in Mayfair.
Following an introduction you will get your hands dirty creating your own masterpiece which is yours to take away. Light refreshments are included in the cost.
| No. of people: | 2 - 8 people |
| Cost: | From 50 to 135 euros per person excluding transport |
| Time: | 10h00 - 12h00 (plus travel) |
Organic food and wine tasting
Join expert vintner and chef, Christophe Grellier, in his family-run country hotel whose wine list is created from continuous discoveries of passionate and skilful winemakers across France. Learn the wine making process and the different challenges of making wines in the mountains. Each wine will be accompanied by a local or homemade delicacy designed to bring out the characteristics of that particular blend. Finish the morning with a gastronomic four-course lunch accompanied by more sumptuous wines.
| No of people: | Minimum 10 persons |
| Maximum 24 persons | |
| Cost: | 114 euros per person excluding transport |
| Time: | 09h30 - 14h30 (plus travel) |
Visit of a private, organic mushroom grower
Visit a private, organic mushroom grower who has put old slate mines to creative use. Following a tasting of shitakis, you will share a gourmet picnic with cooked, organic mushroom tastings and other delicious regional produce accompanied by quality wines.
| No of people: | 2 - 20 persons excluding transport |
| Cost: | From 65 euros per person (plus travel) |
Discover the history of the local Reblochon
Discover the history of the local Reblochon cheese on a visit to a local farm. See how it is made from cow’s milk and aged for its unique flavor and learn the many ways it can be enjoyed both alone and in cooking. A picnic lunch afterwards will allow you to enjoy the Reblochon along with other regional delicacies and local, quality wines.
| No of people: | 4 - 20 persons |
| Cost: | From 45 euros per person excluding transport |
| Time: | 10h30 - 14h30 (plus travel) |
Please note that these are samples of Gourmet Espionnage Adventures. We have many more to offer and we are constantly researching further into the region and discovering new artisans to create fresh experiences.
Please email us at info@gourmetespionnage.com if you would like your own gastronomic adventure created for you, giving dates and number of participants.