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!
In the summer months, the "7 vins, 7 lieux insolites" events are back with a brand new program, featuring exceptional terroirs, beautiful local produce, a unique setting and always a touch of the unusual! In a unique setting, where the outdoor gardens of the Villa Rabelais have been refurbished, come and meet Amanda Yahia, passionate about agriculture and wine, and committed to living, sustainable food. She runs the "Fourchette Paysanne" local grocery store on Place de la Victoire in Tours. Amanda Yahia and her colleague Zakia Gallard will introduce you to biodynamic vintages and homemade local products, cooked with organic and seasonal ingredients.
Duration : 3h00 - Price : 40 euros Do you know how to make a sweet wine, or a rosé and a red wine? What about the bubbles in a sparkling wine?... This complete wine experience at the heart of our family winery will allow you to discover the whole wine-making process, from grape to wine.
Duration : 2h30 - Price : 65 euros For the early risers this is a wonderful culinary walking tour of Tours Medieval City! Run by fully trained and passionate guides bringing you to try produce from Oysters to Cheese; Air Dried Meats to Nougat of Tours to Chocolate and regional wine tasting and everything in between. Tours famous food culture is explored over a morning and takes in some of the city’s best known and secret food haunts from The Halles market , bakeries, wine caves and restaurants taking you on a food journey that is simply delish!
Do you know how to make a sweet wine, or a rosé and a red wine? What about the bubbles in a sparkling wine?... This complete wine experience at the heart of our family winery will allow you to discover the whole wine-making process, from grape to wine.