French Cooking Holiday

French Cooking Holiday Questions and Answers

What do I need to bring with me?

Comfortable non slip shoes as there will be a fair amount of standing during the day. Aprons, Knives and all other kitchen equipment are provided on your French cooking holiday

What exactly do you mean by interactive and hands on?

We mean that after being shown how to prepare and cook the dish, its then your turn to produce the same dish. Under our guidance of course.

What if I'm unsure about certain foods?

Don't worry – We wouldn’t make you do anything that you wouldn’t care for. However if there is something that you really don’t like or you are just not sure about, please let us know when you book and we will take that into account when planning the weeks menus.

Are Kitchens dangerous Will I be safe?

Our kitchen is semi professional there will be sharp knives and there will be equipment and machines you may not have used before. We will always show you how to use the said knives and equipment safely there is a fully equipped first aid kit at hand and Christian has undertaken a recognized first aid course, we take safety very seriously here.

Can I take a copy of the recipes home?

We will provide you with a file full of all the recipes tips, tricks and points to remember that you will learn during your French cooking holiday with us

Is there a chance I may put on weight?

Possibly, we wouldn’t want you to come to stay with us and be hungry. We will be cooking healthy balanced meals and enjoying some wonderful French wine, but as usual on holiday you may indulge more   than you would normally do at home.  But hey it is a French cooking holiday!

Im not very comfortable with my knife skills does it matter?

No not at all we will show you how to handle the knives properly.

What if the other students are more knowledgeable than me?

Don’t worry there is no rush. We are very patient and will take time to explain every thing clearly. When you book we will ask if you are a beginner or budding professional, then do our best to group you with clients of similar ability 

Do I need to bring bed linen and towels with me?

No, we provide all bed linen duvets and towels.  Should you need to wash a personal item this can be arranged.

What can my family do whilst I am cooking?

The Regional Natural park of Perigord limousine is a wonderful place to explore. There are guided walks, Historical places of interest. The area hosts the route of Richard the Lionheart. We have a fact file full of interesting places to visit including, local Farmers markets, Velo rail, Natural swimming lakes and pools, bike riding, Canoeing, pony or donkey  trekking, and fishing   Through out the year villages in the local area have many fetes and craft fairs.  In fact there is so much to see and to do you may find it hard to fit it all in!

We are flying in to Limoges airport how will we get to MasD`Arneix?

You can either hire a car from the airport or we can arrange airport transfers for your French cooking Holiday.

French Cooking Holiday