Wine & Gastronomy
It’ not by chance that Tours has been awarded the title of International City of Gastronomy… Drawn by its lovingly handed-down and maintained culinary heritage, a group of academics decided to locate here in order to observe and promote French cookery practices. Acquaint yourself with our selection of producers, tasting locations and restaurants, to wake up your taste buds and savour Touraine!
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Cellar visit and wine tasting with aperitif boardDuration: 1 hour - Price: €29 for 2 persons A visit to the Cave de Vouvray is a real journey into the world of Vouvray. A journey in several stages, from vine to glass. Discover our new mediation space ‘Follow the Chenin’ where a sound and visual immersion in the world of cooperation awaits you. Follow our guide through 3 kilometres of troglodytic galleries where 6 million bottles are kept. He'll reveal the secrets of how our still and sparkling Vouvray wines are made. Your visit will end with a convivial tasting!
Unusual monochrome tastingDuration: 1h30 - Price: from €25 Immerse yourself in a vibrant sensory experience where the colour orange becomes the common thread linking flavours, textures and emotions! Amanda Yahia from La Fourchette Paysanne invites you to explore the richness of this sunny hue through an entirely organic, local and seasonal tasting. On the menu: Kombucha and coral lentils, grated carrots, cranberries, cumin, lime and fresh herbs. Autumn beer and roasted squash with maple syrup, red onions and nigella seeds, lemon tahini. Orange wine and Taleggio DOP cheese from Lombardy and dried apricots. A perfect interlude to rediscover the taste of autumn and the warmth of sharing.
Themed tasting evening: IndiaDuration: 2h - Price: €25 Discover the secrets of food and wine pairing around the theme of Around the World! A journey through 5 continents awaits you. This evening will revolve around 5 appetizers paired with 5 wines, and will allow you to discover the secrets of food and wine pairing: the chef will reveal the secrets of preparation, and we'll take care of learning more about pairing.
Food tour in ToursDuration : 3h00 - Price : 65 € Get your taste buds ready and join us on a culinary experience around the Medieval City of Tours. For a few hours we will embark on a culinary journey of the city and immerse ourselves in the culture, food and drink of the region. The tour will also be peppered with fun stories along the way. You will get to sample delicious regional specialities made by passionate local producers of the area. Enjoy tasting some of our finest cheeses, home-made ice creams, local beers, air-dried meats, Touraine wines, nougat of TOURS and much more.
