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California Epiculinary Tour with Colgate
April 18 - 22, 2010
ITINERARY
Day 1
Arrival at San Francisco airport and transfer on your own to the charming town of
Sonoma. Check in at MacArthur Place, an intimate 19th century inn and spa situated just minutes from Sonoma's historic plaza. Dinner tonight in a wine country bistro. D
Day 2
Immerse yourself in the history of Sonoma with a private walking and tasting tour...from artisan cheese makers to olive oil makers, you discover why the town is considered a culinary mecca. In the afternoon continue your culinary discovery in a private hands-on cooking class at Ramekins cooking school. You'll prepare a complete wine country meal in a jovial atmosphere, having fun and learning at the same time. Dinner follows the lesson. B, D
Day 3
Late morning departure for the Sonoma vineyards. You'll visit two wineries the first of which is Signorello Vineyard, which makes limited quantities of premium varietals that blend classic French wine making with California fruit. Take a tour of the vineyards before tasting the wines and enjoying an al fresco picnic lunch amongst the vines. You won't believe the views over the valley.
Then it's on to Hall Rutherford, a 25 year old mountain vineyard owned by former US Ambassador to Astria, Kathryn Hall. Here you will enjoy a special tasting in the "vault" cave. B, L
Day 4
Today our culinary adventure takes us on the road to Healdsburg, where we visit the award winning DaVero olive farm. Here we will learn the fascinating history of the farm and after a tour, we will take a master olive oil class. We will have a focused tasting and learn exciting ways to cook with it.
After the lesson enjoy an al fresco lunch featuring the dishes you prepared.
Return by way of Tierra Vegetables where we will learn more about the sustainable farming movement and taste some locally grown products right in the field! Return to Sonoma where you will enjoy a farewell dinner. B, L, D
Day 5
Check out and bid fond farewells to your fellow travelers. B
B=Breakfast Included L=Lunch Included D=Dinner Included
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