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September 11-18, 2026
Epicurean Paris:
A Culinary Journey Inspired by Julia Child & Ina Garten
Seven nights in Paris. Julia Child's kitchen. Ina Garten's favorite table. A private cooking class at Le Cordon Bleu with master chef Eric Briffard, a farewell dinner at Le Grand Véfour, and a small group of people who love food as much as you do.
Limited to 12 guests
Walk the storied streets of Paris , in the footsteps of Julia Child and Ina Garten, as we savor iconic flavors and experiences —in a week of gourmet discovery on this exclusive, Paris food & wine adventure
Spellbound Leisure has partnered with our friends at TripMatters to bring you an extraordinary culinary experience.
This 7-night hosted Paris Adventure will take you through the beloved haunts of culinary legends Julia Child and Ina Garten.
Begin your adventure with a warm welcome in the charming Saint Germain des Prés before diving into a week of culinary delights.
Perfect for food lovers, seasoned or first time travelers.
$6,445 per person
( Based on double occupancy)
Savor Iconic Parisian Moments: From Market Tours to Cooking Classes
Explore iconic spots like E. Dehillerin, Poilâne, and Les Halles, walk in the footsteps of Julia and Ina, and even venture out to the picturesque city of Rouen, where Julia had her first French meal. From a private tour of the Louvre to a special cooking class at Le Cordon Bleu, this journey is a gourmet’s dream. The week culminates in a farewell dinner at a private venue, where we'll toast to the inspiration these culinary icons have given us
Highlights :
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Private cooking class with Master Chef Eric Briffard
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Le Cordon Bleu-style training in classic French techniques
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Seasonal French menu preparation with expert chef guidance
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Michelin-level dining, pastry skills, and Paris sightseeing
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Multi-course gourmet lunch at La Couronne, France’s oldest inn
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Day trip to Rouen to explore Normandy’s food culture
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Hands-on pastry workshop: macarons or buttery croissants
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Louvre Museum visit to experience Paris’s most iconic masterpiece collection
Sep 11 - Arrival | Bienvenue à Paris!
Upon arrival at Charles de Gaulle Airport, your driver will greet you in the arrivals hall and whisk you to your elegant home for the week — the Bourgogne & Montana Hotel, ideally set in the heart of the Left Bank near the Seine and the city’s most charming neighborhoods.
After settling in, our group will gather in the lobby for a festive champagne welcome, followed by our first shared meal together — a leisurely Parisian dinner at the beloved Brasserie des Prés, where the flavors of the city begin to weave their spell.
Breakfast & Dinner included
Sep 12 – A Taste of Paris
After breakfast, out Paris gourmet experience begins as our guide leads us on a half-day food-lover’s walking tour, tracing the steps (and tastes) of Julia Child and Ina Garten. We’ll wander through storied culinary landmarks — E. Dehillerin for gleaming copper pots, Poilâne for the warm scent of fresh bread, Barthelemy for artisanal cheeses, and the open-air stalls of Les Halles.
We’ll pause for our own discoveries before returning to the hotel, taking the scenic route past 81 Rue de l’Université — Julia and Paul’s first Paris apartment.
The evening is yours to explore or rest.
Breakfast included
Sep 13 – A Day of Choices
Paris on a Sunday is its own experience. Today is yours to shape. Your included tickets and reservations give you access to the Louvre, Musée d'Orsay, or Musée Dior — each a full day on its own. Or join Patti for a morning at one of Paris's legendary weekend markets and brocantes, where the stalls are full of antiques, curiosities, and the kind of finds you can't source anywhere else. There is no wrong choice. This is the day Paris shows you what you didn't know you were looking for.
Breakfast included
Sep 14 – Monet in Giverny
Today we leave Paris for the French countryside and Monet's house and gardens in Giverny — the place that inspired some of the most recognizable paintings in the world. Walking through the gardens in person, with the lily pads actually floating and the light exactly as he captured it, is a different experience than seeing it in a museum. We'll take our time here, then enjoy lunch steps from the garden gate before exploring the village shops. It's a slower day — deliberately so.
Breakfast & Lunch included
Sep 15 – Le Cordon Bleu
This morning, we step into the storied kitchens of Le Cordon Bleu for a private cooking class with master chef Eric Briffard and his team. Surrounded by the aromas of fresh herbs, butter, and simmering sauces, we’ll prepare seasonal specialties and then savor our creations over a celebratory toast to our talented instructors. Returning to the hotel, we take a brief drive past the original campus where Julia Child trained—a pilgrimage of sorts for lovers of culinary history.
Later, we’ll visit the Hôtel de la Marine, an architectural jewel on the Place de la Concorde. Once the headquarters of France’s naval administration, this stately 18th-century palace now houses a fascinating museum. Walking through its gilded salons and opulent reception rooms; meticulously restored with the furnishings, tapestries, and fine art once stored here.
Breakfast & Lunch included
September 16 – Rouen
With our private guide, we’ll journey to the historic city of Rouen,
its cobblestoned lanes lined with half-timbered houses and crowned by the gothic splendor of Notre-Dame Cathedral. Here, Julia savored her very first French meal at La Couronne — and so shall we, enjoying the same menu she and Paul shared.
Time permitting, we may explore antique markets before returning to Paris.
Breakfast & Lunch included
Sep 17 – Maison Fleuret & Farewell
Our final day begins at Maison Fleuret, where we’ll split into two groups for an intimate French pastry class — making either French macarons or croissants with expert guidance from their charming and accomplished instructors.
The afternoon is free for last-minute shopping or relaxing before our farewell dinner at Le Grand Véfour. Afterward, our driver will take us on one last illuminated drive through the City of Lights.
Breakfast & Dinner included
Sep 18 – Au Revoir
After breakfast, we bid Paris farewell, taking with us not only treasures and photographs, but the flavors, stories, and shared moments of a week in the heart of France.
Breakfast included
PRICING
$6,445 per person (double occupancy)
$8,255 (single occupancy)
Flexible cancellation available up to January 15, 2026. Full terms below.
Terms & Conditions
EXCLUSIONS: Airfare. Travel Insurance. Services and Meals not outlined in itinerary
Prices are quoted per person and based on double occupancy unless otherwise noted.
Single occupancy carries a higher rate, as hotels typically charge the same for a room whether occupied by one or two guests.
We strongly recommend the purchase of travel insurance to protect your investment in the event of unforeseen cancellations, delays, or emergencies.
Full terms and conditions at go.tripmattersinc.net/terms.
MEET YOUR GUIDE,
Patti Carter
Italian-born Patti Carter has spent decades exploring the world through food and culture. With a lifelong background in travel and hospitality — and roots in a family of chefs and restaurateurs — Patti brings an effortless blend of cooking expertise and a genuine wamth that feels like traveling with a family friend
Known for her love of good company, beautiful tables, and wood-fired dinners at home with her husband and pups, her passion for cooking and entertaining infuses her journeys with warmth and authenticity. She’s currently at work on her first cookbook, inspired by her travels and the people she’s met along the way.
Spellbound Leisure x TripMatters
Spellbound Leisure has partnered with culinary tour specialist Patti Carter at TripMatters to bring you an exclusive one-of-a-kind hosted experience through Paris, designed for discerning food lovers. Join us for an unforgettable adventure crafted for travelers who crave extraordinary flavors, immersive cultural moments, and a taste of the Paris only only the pros know
-Claudia
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