Three Unique Provence Retreats
Whether you're discovering Provence for the first time or returning to its sun-drenched landscapes, you might find it challenging to decide which enchanting village to explore next.
Here are three unique Provence retreats offering you a chance to experience Provence's charm without having to plan the perfect weeklong itinerary.
Gallivant & Gather
"Get ready for an unforgettable week in beautiful Provence, France. Participants will experience and enjoy an incredible schedule of activities during this retreat such as: visiting the most charming towns, markets & shops in Provence, meeting local artisans, private wine tasting and tours, private chefs, bike tours through the Provençal countryside, dinner at incredible restaurants, guided tours, museum visits, Yoga/Pilates and access to the spa on property."
Bake from Scratch Provence Retreat
"From the stunning coast of the French Riviera to Provence, where the smell of lavender wafts through the air, this seven-night luxury retreat will immerse you in the baking cultures of the South of France. We’ll begin our time in Nice, where we’ll bake local specialties such as lemon tart with olive oil, and then head to the city of Aix-en-Provence, which is known for its famous street market, walkability, and gorgeous light that inspired Paul Cezanne and other artists. We’ll bake gibassier, a yeasted bread scented with orange blossom water and anise, discover calisson, a local confection, and transform market produce into seasonal tarts and more."
You may know Brian Hart Hoffman as the editor of Bake from Scratch Magazine or from his Baking School with William Sonoma. Get the option to add on a brocante weekend filled with antiques shopping alongside Brian Hart Hoffman and Brooke Bell in Provence and make it an even more memorable experience.
Courageous Cooking School at La Peetch
Many of you will recognize this next one from the show La Pitchoune: Cooking in France steaming on Max. They are booking their final seasons of this intimate experience and have also opened up a slightly larger and more affordable Cooking Camp experience.
"La Pitchoune is built on the land of Simone Beck, Paul and Julia Child had ‘the little thing’ constructed as a low-maintenance vacation home, where they spent nearly half their year for many many years.
Courageous Cooking School is one-of-a-kind masterclass in Recipe-Free cooking, developing dishes from scratch, using only the highest quality products including single-origin spices, organic produce, and locally crafted everything. The school is an in-depth, hands-on culinary education that provides one-on-one attention and an immersive opportunity to play in the pegboard kitchen."
We noticed all of these retreats have limited space remaining with only a few weeks remaining for their next retreat- they are sure to sell out.