What's an Uncommon Epicurean Adventure? We define it as the exploration of a destination - and the discovery of its history, culture and people - through its cuisine. Let us introduce you to the best regional food at its source. You'll meet local chefs, artisanal producers who employ time-honored traditions, visit farms, orchards, markets and vineyards, take cooking classes - and of course, eat. Each adventure will be nicely seasoned with the inclusion of iconic sites and special places.

Learn more about our customized trips for individual independent travelers and how together we can plan a customized - and uncommon epicurean adventure for you. We can also work with you to design an escorted group itinerary, or a corporate retreat with a culinary theme.

We are pleased to partner with Sur La Table in launching new dates for culinary adventures in New York, New Orleans and a brand new destination for 2013, Sonoma, the birthplace of California wine.

NEW & DELICIOUS in 2013: LE PAYS BASQUE

Tucked between the beaches of the Atlantic and the Pyrenees, France's Basque region beckons food lovers with its spicy red peppers, ham and cheese, chocolate, cherries and cake. This uncommon epicurean adventure begins in the chocolate capital of France, Bayonne, the city that introduced chocolate to the rest of the country. Explore the fashionable beach towns of Biarritz and St-Jean-de-Luz, where you'll taste robust local wines and munch the macarons made especially for King Louis XIV's wedding. Wind your way through tranquil villages and lush peaceful pastures of the mountains. Savor and prepare some of the rich bounty of Le Pays Basque: France's only spicy pepper, creamy sheep's milk cheese, smoked ham and cherry-filled custard cake. Click here for more information.