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Le Cordon Bleu Paris 5-Night Adventure with Airfare for (2)

Item Number
CMP-320
Estimated Value
12404 USD
Opening Bid
5420 USD

Item Description

Le Cordon Bleu Paris - Enjoy your choice of one of the following Le Cordon Bleu culinary experiences for (2). 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. Valid one year from date of purchase, subject to availability.

Le Cordon Bleu Discovery Workshops in Cuisine & Pastry - Enjoy a six-hour themed workshop for (2). Workshops take place in the practical classrooms, and give you as much exposure as possible to the working environment of a kitchen. This hands-on experience allows the more knowledgeable gourmet enthusiast the opportunity to innovate. All necessary ingredients and equipment are provided and you are free to take home your days work. Courses take place on selected Saturdays from 8:30am-3:30pm.

2010 Dates & Themes

January 9Making Your Own Bread
January 16Winter Pastries
January 23Homemade Sauces, the Finishing Touch
January 23Savory Petits Fours
January 30Financiers, Cakes and Pound Cakes
February 6Freshly Baked Pastries
February 13Cooking with Champagne
February 20Winter Pastries
February 27Making Your Own Bread
February 27The Catch of the Day, Basic Techniques
March 27Terrines, a Traditional French Starter
March 27Savory Petits Fours
April 17Financiers, Cakes and Pound Cakes
April 24Mediterranean Flavors
April 24Freshly Baked Pastries
May 15Sweet Petits Fours
May 22Cooking with Champagne
May 29Savory Petits Fours
June 5Summer Pastry, Tarts
June 19Sweet Petits Fours
June 26Taste of Provence
June 26Seasonal Fruits, Tarts
July 10Savory Petits Fours
July 17Making Your Own Bread
July 31Freshly Baked Pastries
August 7Summer Pastry, Tarts
August 14Sweet Petits Fours
September 4Taste of Provence
September 4Perfect Savory and Sweet Macaroons
September 11Savory Petits Fours
September 18The Catch of the Day, Basic Techniques
September 18Freshly Baked Pastries
September 25Financiers, Cakes and Pound Cakes
October 2The ChefA?s Choice, Poultry
October 2Making Your Own Bread
October 9Perfect Savory and Sweet Macaroons
October 9Terrines, a Traditional French Starter
October 16Fall Pastry, Cakes
October 23Making Your Own Bread
October 23Homemade Sauces, the Finishing Touch
November 6Freshly Baked Pastries
November 20The ChefA?s Choice for Thanksgiving, Poultry
November 20Fall Pastry, Cakes
December 4Perfect Savory and Sweet Macaroons
December 4The ChefA?s Choice: Duck
December 11Christmas Chocolates
December 18The ChefA?s Choice, Foie Gras
December 18Christmas Cakes
December 18Freshly Baked Pastries

OR

In Honor of Julia Child - Features techniques that Julia Child created during her time at Le Cordon Bleu in Paris and in Mastering the Art of French Cooking. This six-hour demonstration and workshop will feature the following recipes: pastry turnovers with Roquefort cheese, lamb stew with spring vegetables, and chocolate mousse.

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 L??gion of Honneur in 2000 and the M??daille Pr??sidentielle de la Libert?? in 2003. Due to the success of the book of the author Julie Powell, Julie & Julia is now 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 and workshops are translated into English. Courses are translated in English and take place on selected Saturdays from 8:30am-3:30pm.

2010 Dates
January 9
March 6
July 10
September 25
October 30

OR

Le Cordon Bleu Paris Market Tour - Enjoy a two-hour walking tour of a Parisian market followed by a two-hour demo for (2). Discover the secrets of selecting quality produce and making the most of fresh seasonal ingredients as a Le Cordon Bleu Chef guides you around one of Paris's 80 markets. A light buffet lunch including produce from the market will be followed by a 2 hour demonstration. Courses take place on selected Fridays from 9:30am-3:30pm.

2010 Dates

January 15May 14September 3
January 29May 21September 10
February 12May 28September 24
February 26June 4October 1
March 12June 18October 8
March 26July 2October 22
April 9July 23November 5
April 16August 6November 19
April 30August 13December 3
May 7August 27December 17 (Christmas market)

Hyatt Regency Paris Madeleine - Enjoy a five-night stay at this 4-star property three blocks northwest of the Church of the Madeleine. The hotel is clearly different from the usual run of American chain hotels and even offers a minor Asian flair to its design. Occupying a century-old town house with five floors, it manages to create a distinct atmosphere. This boutique property was designed with the high-end business and luxury traveler in mind and has got what it takes to be among the city's finest with an excellent location and elegant accommodations. Valid one year from date of purchase, subject to availability.

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 anywhere American Airlines flies in Europe subject to availability. Upgrade pricing is available. Coach class airfare may be upgraded to first class airfare by calling 877-544-8555. A minimum of 21 days advance booking is required as is a Saturday night stay. Flights will not accrue AAdvantage miles. Miles cannot be utilized to upgrade these coach class certificates to a higher level of service. The certificates will have a one-year expiration date from the date issued and all reservations are subject to availability. The following blackout dates apply:

2010:  Jan 1-5; Dec 17-31. 2011: TBD

Any airport departure taxes, fees or fuel surcharges (if charged) are the responsibility of the purchaser. Ground transportation is not included in this package.

Travel is valid 12 months from date of purchase. Reservations are subject to availability. Certificates cannot be replaced if lost, stolen or destroyed. All packages have a no refund policy. Suggested retail value is calculated using tariff air rates and rack room rates.

Item Special Note

Please Note: Travel vouchers and tickets are non-refundable and non-transferrable. In the event they are misplaced, we are not responsible for reimbursement or compensation for the value of the item.