provence cooking classes packages with chef eric sapet

Savour the rich taste and aromas as you discover the classic Provence recipes and ingredients. Available all along 2008 weekends


During 2008 season, La Benvengudo will be offering weekend cooking class packages with renowned chef and gastronome, Eric Sapet. Come and learn from a master of traditional Provence cuisine whilst relaxing in the tranquil settings of Les Baux de Provence. This package also includes a visit to a vineyard in nearby Alpilles for wine tasting.


Lessons are conducted in both English and French, and class sizes are kept to an intimate number allowing personal attention and hands on involvement. Activities focus on developing a particular range of dishes from the simplest salads to the preparation of our classic Provencal game or seafood specialities.

Our "Cooking Class Package with Eric Sapet" includes:

  • Arrival on Friday evening: dinner at the Hotel Restaurant and Côté Bastide accomodation
  • Saturday morning: continental breakfast
  • Saturday afternoon: 2 - 4 pm: visit of a vineyard in the Alpilles with our Maitre d'Hotel.
  • Saturday afternoon: 4 - 5 pm: afternoon tea time.
  • Saturday evening: gastronomic dinner with discovery and tasting of the Alpilles wines at La Benvengudo
  • Sunday morning: continental breakfast
  • Sunday morning: 9am depart to La Petite Maison, Cucuron, then from 10 to 12, cooking class with Eric Sapet. 
  • Sunday afternoon: 12 - 3 pm: lunch at La Petite Maison with tasting of Luberon wines.

A package that is bound to entice your taste buds for just €552,00* for one or €804,00* for two, including two nights accommodation. As this is such a unique experience, reservations are strictly limited and must be made directly with us - make an online enquiry today



Available Dates:

  • 29 March 2008
  • 5, 12, 19 & 26 April 2008
  • 17, 24 & 31 May 2008
  • 7, 14 & 21 June 2008
  • 6, 13, 20 & 27 September 2008
  • 4, 11, 18 & 25 October 2008


La Benvengudo is your ideal choice amongst all the Provence hotels. Located in the heart of Provence, our hotel offers easy access to the delightful village of Les Baux de Provence. Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, Arles, Avignon are nearby and Marseille International Airport is just over an hour away... See all the Provence attractions, events and historical locations that surround us. Make an online hotel reservation, enquire online or call our friendly Reservations Team on ++33 (0)4 90 54 32 54 to book. Browse our classic Provence hotel accommodation rooms or explore our Provence hotel specials, packages and deals for your Provence holidays, romantic getaways or weekend and mid-week escapes.

*This offer is subject to a strictly limited allocation of rooms and is based on availability at time of booking. Rates quoted are valid for stays inclusive of any dates quoted, depend on the specific room type selected at the time of reservation and do not include additional beverages or gratuities. A two night minimum stay may be required for weekends and a three night minimum stay may be required for holidays and special events. Click here to view our Cancellation Policy.





Chef Eric Sapet


"Very relaxing and peaceful spot,... and the restaurant is superb!" - J & EB, UK



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