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Avignon
Avignon Culinary Journey: Mastering Provençal Flavors with a Parisian Bistro Alum
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Overview
Cooking lessons with Gina offer an intimate dive into Mediterranean cuisine. Held in Avignon, limited to four people, learn to select fresh market ingredients and prepare dishes with a contemporary twist. Discover Provençal traditions rethought for wellness and sustainability, guided by a former Parisian bistro creator. Includes lunch. 
Highlights
Expert Culinary Guidance: Learn from Gina, a former creator of a Parisian bistro, bringing expertise in Mediterranean cuisine.
Intimate Group Setting: Enjoy personalized attention in small groups of just 4 people for a focused learning experience.
Fresh Market Ingredients: Discover and use the best local products from the Halles market in Avignon.
Sustainable Cooking Practices: Learn Provençal traditions with a contemporary approach focused on well-being and sustainability.
Sentiment Analysis
Small group setting allows for personalized attention
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Gina's culinary expertise and passion for Mediterranean cuisine are highly appreciated
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The focus on fresh, local ingredients enhances the cooking experience
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Participants enjoy the hands-on approach to learning Provençal cooking techniques
Location may be inconvenient for some travelers without transportation
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Limited availability due to small group sizes could make booking difficult
Review Summary
Customers generally say the Cooking Lessons with Gina in Avignon offer an authentic and joyful Provençal cooking experience with personalized small-group attention. They frequently highlight Gina's warm hospitality, expert knowledge of Mediterranean cuisine, and the quality of the fresh market ingredients used. Positive reviews also emphasize the intimate setting and the fun, relaxed atmosphere. On the downside, some travelers note the need to arrive independently at the meeting point and recommend early booking due to the small group size. Overall, the experience receives consistently high ratings for its authenticity and engaging teaching style.
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5.0
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5.0
(8 reviews)
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