COOK CONNECT with nadège
Tours by Nadège
COOK CONNECT with nadège

Authentic French culinary tours by Nadège

Explore Tours

FEATURED EXPERIENCES

Handpicked destinations for extraordinary journeys

Normandy coastal landscape with apple orchards
★★★★★

Normandy Culinary Adventure

Discover authentic Norman cuisine, cider making, and coastal flavors

Champagne vineyards with sparkling wine
★★★★★

Champagne Region Experience

Exclusive champagne tastings and gourmet cooking classes

Bordeaux chateau with vineyards
★★★★★

Bordeaux Wine & Cuisine

Master French cooking with perfect wine pairings

Burgundy vineyards with historic villages
★★★★★

Burgundy Culinary Heritage

Traditional recipes and legendary vineyard experiences

STAY CONNECTED

Subscribe to our newsletter for updates on new tours and exclusive offers

WHY CHOOSE COOK & CONNECT

👩‍🍳

Authentic French Cooking

Learn traditional techniques from Nadège, a native French chef

🍷

Wine & Food Pairing

Discover perfect combinations with local vintners and producers

🏡

Local Connections

Access to family farms, artisan producers, and hidden gems

0
Happy Travelers
0
Destinations
0
Years Experience
0
Satisfaction Rate

CLIENT TESTIMONIALS

"Unforgettable and unique experience. Nadege personal touch, devotion and attention to detail made it one of my best holidays ever. The collaboration between food, wine, music, culture and history presented in a well researched way made it special."

— Martin

"I felt Nadege went the extra mile and it is a memorable worth any euro!"

— Elize

"This tour was a life changing experience!"

— Ronelle

"Normand food is delectable, especially the cheeses, cider and Calvados! Every meal we experienced in this tour was memorable. The daily discovery of the country side, villages and markets with all Nadege anecdotes made this trip very unique."

— Fred

"I enjoyed very much this authentic and immersive experience in Normandy and in Burgundy!"

— Joni

"We didn't know what to expect but from day 1, we have been impressed by the attention to detail and how much preparation and organization have been put into each day. It was really worth it! The cooking class to learn how to make a meat terrine was a highlight!"

— Org

""Wonderful, well planned, food was fantastic, seen amazing places, lots of fun!"

— Corlene and Rudolph

" Amazing! Thank you for all the effort and research put into everything. It really shows when you take us to all these beautiful villages and restaurants. I loved the variety in restaurants (i.e from "local" to"traditional" to "Michelin stars)".

— Fred
Normandy coastal landscape with apple orchards

NORMANDY CULINARY ADVENTURE

Discover the rich culinary heritage of Normandy, a land of butter, cream, Camembert, and Calvados, with vibrant markets and coastal cuisine

Watch our Normandy tour video

Experience Highlights

🍎 Apple Orchard & Cider Making

Visit traditional Norman orchards and learn the art of cider and Calvados production with expert tastings.

🦪 Coastal Seafood Feasts

Savor fresh crabs, lobsters, and oysters, including a large seafood platter.

👩‍🍳 Hands-On Cooking Classes

Join Nadège for two intimate cooking classes, mastering dishes like Coquilles Saint-Jacques with family recipes.

🏡 Family Dinners

Enjoy heartfelt meals with Nadège’s family, sharing stories, songs, and local wines or ciders.

⭐ Curated selection of restaurants

From rustic brasseries to refined restaurants—celebrate local flavors and culinary heritage.

Detailed Itinerary

📅 Day 1: Arrival & Village Tour

Drive to Normandy with stops along the way in different villages to discover the food scenery across Normandy. Enjoy a Champagne welcome dinner at Nadege’s family home.

📅 Day 2: Cherbourg Market & Cooking

Explore Cherbourg’s vibrant market, visit gourmet shops, And join a pastry workshop (optional). End with a hands-on cooking class and dinner at home.

📅 Day 3: Cider & Countryside

Shop for fresh produce at a market, visit a cidrerie, dine at a scenic fine-dining restaurant, and explore La Hague’s countryside. Enjoy seafood at a friend’s farm.

📅 Day 4: Briquebec & Biscuiterie

Visit Briquebec’s market, explore a French biscuiterie, and follow your guide forFrench products at a supermarket. Hands-on cooking class and dinner at home.

📅 Day 5: Carteret & Michelin Dining

Tour Carteret’s fishing village, dine at La Marine, walk sea cliffs, and visit a jam farm for a sweet tasting.

📅 Day 6: St Pierre Eglise & Val-de-Saire

Shop at St Pierre Eglise’s market, lunch with a view, and explore Val-de-Saire’s fishing villages. Relax with a pre-prepared dinner at home.

🐀𐃅𘁄ay 7: Copper Pots & Mont Saint-Michel

Visit Villedieu les Poeles for copper cookware, tour Mont Saint-Michel, savor a traditional lunch with a beautiful setting.

📅 Day 8: Departure

Shop for ceramics in a village, enjoy a fireplace-cooked lunch, and return to Paris CDG or city center.

Tour Details

Duration: 8 days / 7 nights (3-day minimum option available)

Group Size: 2–8 guests

Difficulty: Beginner friendly

Season: Late April - September (Friday start/end)

Price: Contact info@nadegecuisinetours.com for pricing

Includes: Family-hosted Norman house accommodation, most meals, two cooking classes, guided tours by Nadège, chauffeur-driven transport from Paris CDG, 24/7 support

Excludes: International flights, lunches, sightseeing fees, souvenirs

★★★★★
Champagne vineyards with sparkling wine

CHAMPAGNE REGION EXPERIENCE

A luxurious 3-day journey through the heart of Champagne, exploring iconic sparkling wines and gourmet dining, with the option to combine with our Burgundy tour

Watch our Champagne tour video

Experience Highlights

🍾 Family Champagne House Tasting

Enjoy an intimate tasting at a family-run Champagne house, learning the secrets of their craft.

🌟 Michelin-Starred Dining

Savor exquisite meals at a 3-Michelin-star restaurant and a prestigious 2-Michelin-star restaurant.

🍇 Moët & Chandon and Veuve Clicquot

Visit world-renowned Champagne houses for exclusive tours and tastings in historic cellars.

🌺 Saffron and Champagne Producer

Discover a unique producer combining Champagne with saffron cultivation, followed by a tasting.

🍇 Rare Pinot Meunier Tasting

Experience a rare 100% Pinot Meunier Champagne, a true marvel of the region.

Detailed Itinerary

📅 Day 1: Arrival & Reims Exploration

Meet at 10:00 AM at Reims train station or airport. Start with a tasting at a family-run Champagne house. Enjoy lunch at a 3-Michelin-star restaurant. Free time in Reims, with dinner of your choice. Overnight at a charming B&B in Reims city center.

📅 Day 2: Champagne Heritage

Visit a unique Champagne producer who also cultivates saffron, followed by a tasting. Lunch at a classic French restaurant. Explore the iconic Avenue de Champagne, then visit Moët & Chandon for a tour and tasting. Dinner of your choice. Overnight at the same Reims B&B.

📅 Day 3: Veuve Clicquot & Departure

Tour and taste at Veuve Clicquot, followed by lunch at a prestigious 2-Michelin-star restaurant. Visit a rare 100% Pinot Meunier producer for an unforgettable tasting. Return to Paris, arriving around 8:00 PM.

Tour Details

Duration: 3 days / 2 nights (option to combine with 7-day Burgundy tour)

Group Size: Self-drive: 1–15 guests; Guided: 2–6 guests

Difficulty: All levels welcome

Season: Year-round (Monday start)

Price (Self-Drive): Contact info@nadegecuisinetours.com for pricing
Includes: B&B accommodation, bookings, tastings
Excludes: International flights, car rental, drinks, lunches, dinners, additional tastings/visits

Price (Guided): Contact info@nadegecuisinetours.com for pricing
Includes: B&B accommodation, transport, Nadège as chauffeur/companion/translator, tastings
Excludes: International flights, drinks, lunches, dinners, additional tastings/visits

Combined with Burgundy: Contact info@nadegecuisinetours.com for pricing (3 days Champagne + 7 days Burgundy, self-drive or guided)

★★★★★
Bordeaux chateau with vineyards

BORDEAUX WINE & CUISINE

An 8-day immersive journey through Bordeaux’s world-renowned wine country and culinary delights, with a 5-day minimum option available

Watch our Bordeaux tour video

Experience Highlights

🦪 Cap Ferret Oyster Experience

Savor fresh oysters at an authentic fisherman’s shack with stunning views of the Dune du Pilat.

🌟 Michelin-Starred Dining

Dine at two 2-Michelin-star restaurants, showcasing Bordeaux’s exquisite culinary artistry.

🍷 Château and Armagnac Tastings

Visit iconic châteaux in Médoc and Saint-Émilion, plus an Armagnac cellar, for exclusive tastings.

👩‍🍳 Regional Cooking Classes

Learn South West specialties and Espelette chili “à la plancha” cooking with Nadège.

🍫 Macarons and Chocolate Tastings

Taste Saint-Émilion macarons and explore a historic chocolaterie in Bayonne.

Detailed Itinerary

📅 Day 1: Cap Ferret Oyster Adventure

Arrive at Bordeaux airport or train station at 8:00 AM. Drive to Arcachon and take a sea shuttle to Cap Ferret, the oyster capital. Lunch at an authentic fisherman’s shack with views of Dune du Pilat. Visit a patisserie for dessert. Free time to explore or rest. Dinner at a restaurant with seafood specialties. Overnight at a charming hotel.

📅 Day 2: Bordeaux City Exploration

Breakfast at your choice. Return to Arcachon by sea shuttle, then drive to Bordeaux. Explore its vibrant market, followed by lunch at a 2-Michelin-star restaurant. Free time in Bordeaux’s city center. Visit a stunning château for wine tasting. Dinner of your choice. Overnight at a B&B in Bordeaux city center.

📅 Day 3: Médoc and Saint-Émilion

Breakfast at a boulangerie with fresh croissants. Drive to the Médoc region to explore famous châteaux. Lunch at a 2-Michelin-star restaurant. Visit and taste at a château, then drive to Saint-Émilion for a “garagist” wine tasting. Dinner at a romantic French restaurant. Overnight at a charming hotel.

📅 Day 4: Saint-Émilion and Armagnac

Breakfast at the hotel. Taste Saint-Émilion macarons and visit one of the village’s oldest wine cellars for a tasting. Lunch on regional dishes. Drive to Bétbezer d’Armagnac to visit an Armagnac cellar and taste. Dinner at a restaurant. Overnight in a charming farm.

📅 Day 5: La Bastide and Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port

Breakfast at the farm. Visit La Bastide d’Armagnac village, followed by lunch at a superb countryside restaurant. Drive to Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port. Free time in the city, with dinner at your choice. Overnight at a small hotel.

📅 Day 6: South West Culinary Day

Breakfast at the hotel. Join a cooking class on South West specialties. Visit a cidrerie for a tasting, followed by a visit to a high-mountain breeder and artisan producer for tastings. Tour a trout farm. Dinner and overnight at an auberge.

📅 Day 7: Espelette and Ainhoa

Breakfast at the auberge. Drive to Espelette village for a chili farm visit and “à la plancha” cooking class. Free time to explore Espelette, then visit Ainhoa. Dinner and overnight at a charming hotel.

📅 Day 8: Saint-Jean-de-Luz

Breakfast at the hotel. Free morning, then drive to a secluded spot for lunch. In Saint-Jean-de-Luz, shop for canned sardines and seafood at a fisherman’s shop and taste macarons at a 1660 patisserie. Free time for shopping and dinner. Overnight at a charming hotel.

📅 Day 9: Bayonne and Angresse

Breakfast at the hotel. Visit a windmill producing flour and a chocolaterie in Bayonne for a tasting. Explore Bayonne’s chocolaterie street. Free time for lunch and shopping. Enjoy tapas at a “trinquet” for apero. Drive to Angresse for dinner at a traditional restuarant. Overnight at a superb hotel.

📅 Day 10: Capbreton and Departure

Breakfast at a boulangerie or market. Lunch at a 2-Michelin-star restaurant. Visit Capbreton, then return to Bordeaux airport.

Tour Details

Duration: 8 days / 7 nights (5-day minimum option available)

Group Size: Self-drive: 1–15 guests; Guided: 2–6 guests

Difficulty: All levels welcome

Season: Late April - September (Friday start/end)

Price (Self-Drive): Contact info@nadegecuisinetours.com for pricing
Includes: Accommodation (double rooms), bookings, breakfasts, wine tastings, visits
Excludes: International flights, car rental, lunches, dinners (€25–60 per person), drinks, souvenirs

Price (Guided): Contact info@nadegecuisinetours.com for pricing
Includes: Accommodation (double rooms), transportation from Bordeaux airport, Nadège as guide/translator/chef, breakfasts, tastings, visits, 24/7 support
Excludes: International flights, lunches, dinners (€25–60 per person), drinks, souvenirs

★★★★★
Burgundy vineyards with historic villages

BURGUNDY CULINARY HERITAGE

Explore the medieval villages, legendary vineyards, and traditional cuisine of Burgundy with Nadège

Watch our Burgundy tour video

Experience Highlights

🏰 Medieval Village Tours

Visit charming villages like Noyers-sur-Serein and Flavigny-sur-Ozerain, known for their historic architecture and cultural heritage.

🍬 Anis Sweet Factory

Discover the ancient art of making anis sweets at a historic abbey in Flavigny, unchanged since 719.

🍄 Truffle Hunting

Join a truffle hunt with trained dogs above Nuit Saint Georges and savor a tasting of truffle products.

🍷 Wine Tastings

Explore historic wine estates, including a 19th-century cellar in Beaune and Chablis vineyards, with exclusive tastings.

⭐ Michelin-Starred Dining

Dine at two 1-Michelin-star restaurants, including one led by the youngest Michelin-starred chef in Dijon.

Detailed Itinerary

📅 Day 1: Arrival & Noyers-sur-Serein

Drive from Paris CDG to Burgundy, stopping for lunch at a charming auberge. Explore Noyers-sur-Serein, a beautiful village with half-timbered houses. Enjoy dinner at a charismatic local restaurant. Overnight in a charming guest house.

📅 Day 2: Flavigny-sur-Ozerain

After a French breakfast, visit Flavigny-sur-Ozerain, where "Chocolat" was filmed. Tour an anis sweet factory in an ancient abbey. Lunch at a ferme auberge, followed by free time to explore. Dinner at a local home and overnight in Flavigny.

📅 Day 3: Dijon Exploration

Stop at a medieval village en route to Dijon. Visit Dijon’s historic spice bread shop (since 1796) and Maille mustard shop. Lunch at a French restaurant, free time in the afternoon, and dinner at a 1-Michelin-star restaurant. Overnight in Dijon.

📅 Day 4: Beaune & Museum

Enjoy breakfast in your room, then visit a museum showcasing Burgundian lifestyle. Lunch at a 1-Michelin-star restaurant, then drive to Beaune for free time. Dinner on your own. Overnight in Beaune.

📅 Day 5: Truffles & Wine

Morning free time in Beaune. Join a truffle hunt above Nuit Saint Georges, followed by a tasting. Lunch at a local countryside restaurant, then visit a biodynamic red berry farm and a historic wine estate for a tasting. Dinner on your own. Overnight in Beaune.

📅 Day 6: Beaune & Vezelay

Explore Beaune’s market, visit a 19th-century wine cellar for a tasting, and lunch in a 15th-century cellar restaurant. Visit a renowned moutarderie, then drive to Vezelay to see its historic abbey. Dinner at a top village restaurant. Overnight in Vezelay.

📅 Day 7: Chablis Adventure

Explore Chablis market, taste Chablis wines, and cycle through the countryside on e-bikes (optional). Enjoy a lakeside picnic lunch. Dinner and overnight in a beautiful Chablis hotel.

📅 Day 8: Departure

After a relaxed breakfast, drive back to Paris CDG or city center.

Tour Details

Duration: 8 days / 7 nights (5-day minimum option available)

Group Size: Self-drive: 1–15 guests; Guided: 2–6 guests

Difficulty: All levels welcome

Season: Late April - September (Monday start/end)

Price: Contact info@nadegecuisinetours.com for pricing

Includes: Accommodation (double rooms), breakfasts, wine tastings, guided tours (guided option), transportation from Paris CDG (guided option), 24/7 support

Excludes: International flights, lunches, dinners (approx. €25–60 per person), drinks, souvenirs

★★★★★

BOOK YOUR EXPERIENCE

Let us create your perfect luxury travel experience

ABOUT COOK & CONNECT

Authentic French culinary experiences with Nadège

Nadège, founder of Cook & Connect Tours

“You’re French, but you’re blond—how come?!” someone once asked me. Well, I hail from Normandy, France’s Viking region, where I like to think I inherited a touch of their features—along with a love for the incredible foods they brought, like cereals, meats, and cheeses. The horned helmet? Lost it somewhere along the way!

I grew up in a small village near Cherbourg, where my passion for cooking took root, nurtured by my wonderfully supportive family. In 2001, I spread my wings and moved 9,000km south to Cape Town, bringing my love for French cuisine, culture, and roots to share in a vibrant new home. South Africa’s rich history and incredible ingredients—from bustling markets to local delis—inspire my cooking every day.

In Cape Town, I teach French cooking classes, sharing classics like pissaladière, moules marinières, coq au vin, boeuf bourguignon, tarte tatin, and crème brûlée. The menu is endless, and I tailor classes to your preferences—novice or expert, we cook and enjoy the meal together!

From April to September, I lead culinary tours in France, from 7 to 10 days, guided or self-driven. In Normandy, my dad drives us, my mom handles logistics, and I’m your guide, chef, translator, and friend. On other tours, I take the wheel! We visit markets, charming villages, gastronomic restaurants, and artisan producers, with cooking classes to master traditional recipes. No expertise needed—just a love for food and celebration!

Join me in Cape Town or France for a finger-licking experience. Watch our Normandy tour video to see the adventure awaiting you. À bientôt!

— Nadège, Founder of Cook & Connect Tours

CONTACT US

Ready to embark on your French culinary journey?

French culinary culture scene

Email: info@nadegecuisinetours.com

WhatsApp: +33749709303

Based in: France

Response Time: Within 24 hours
Languages: French, English