Experience France through the Vallée de la Gastronomie

Many people consider France to be a country of love for people and food. The image of France brings up pictures of delicacies such as escargot, exquisite wines, pastries, truffles, and many other traditional French foods. Do you want to savor traditional French cuisine the way it was meant to be enjoyed? Look no further than the Vallée de la Gastronomie, a culinary adventure that takes you and your taste buds all around France. 

While following a trail from Dijon all the way to Marseille, you are presented with an opportunity to expose all of your senses to the fantastic culinary culture France has to offer. In addition, there is an option on the website for the tour (valleedelagastronomie.com/en) that lets you choose the path you’d like to take. Through riveting meetings with chefs, winemakers, artists, and more, they'll never be a dull encounter.

At the beginning of the tour, you are greeted with tastings of traditional local items, such as blackcurrant liqueur, which originated in the area of Dijon, followed by the exploration of châteaux that doubles as a winery. But, before you continue your adventure, a hot air balloon ride is in order to take you over what seems to be the infinite vineyards of Burgundy gives you a better scope of just how vast and full France truly is. 

There is no denying the influence France has over wine, as they are pioneers of the industry and are known all over the world for it. All along the trail, you are greeted with plenty of tasting and winemaking events. However, if wine and liqueurs aren't your forte, visit the delicatessens, and chocolatiers of Vienne. With it being just outside of Lyon, there’s no excuse not to visit what is often referred to as the food capital of France. In terms of accommodations, hotels are set up all along the trail, each with a variety of food options prepared and presented by Michelin-starred chefs such as Anne-Sophie Pic. 

Passion lives at the heart of this tour. The Vallée de la Gastronomie offers you the chance to experience the beautiful and delicious countryside of France. There is an array of flavors and textures to be discovered, and a whole new world to be found and explored.