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Here are reviews from people who have taken our Food & Wine trips:
“This was my first Road Scholar program and I have never enjoyed a trip more than this one. The hands-on cooking experience was very comprehensive, from appetizers to desserts. I learned new recipes and had so much fun with my fellow travelers! I felt truly immersed in Italian culture through the food and supplemental field trips.”
— Ramona from Fairport, N.Y. | Road Scholar Class of ‘19
“I highly recommend this program. The information on the ecology of the Oregon coast was fascinating, and the lecture on the salmon and tuna industry helped me appreciate the food on my table. I left with several great cooking tips that I can apply to my daily life, and the enthusiasm of the instructors was contagious. A great experience!”
— Steven from Castro Valley, Calif. | Road Scholar Class of ‘06
Cuisine-based travel designed for ages 50+!
Learn the art of Sicilian cuisine · Cook with professional chefs in New Mexico · Meet a dairy farmer in Tuscany · Sample wine with a sommelier in Oregon’s Willamette Valley · Take a class at a renowned culinary institute in France · Dine on farm-to-table cuisine · Explore a California vineyard & much more!
Each Food & Wine Trip Includes…
- Expert-led excursions and activities
- All lodging and most meals
- Gratuities
- Hands-on educational experiences
- Road Scholar Assurance Plan and taxes
- 24/7 emergency assistance
Favorite Experiences for Food & Wine Lovers
- Gain an in-depth understanding of Sicilians’ passion for food and wine as you explore bustling markets and a historic estate winery.
- Discover the secrets behind Oregon’s locally sourced farm-fresh fare through cooking demonstrations and lectures on sustainable harvesting.
- Study the time-honored traditions of French cuisine in Lyon, where you’ll practice wine tasting, enjoy hands-on cooking classes and meet cheesemakers and chocolatiers.
- Learn about the lively art of craft beer in North Carolina, and taste your way through several local breweries before trying your hand at brewing your own.
- Satisfy your hunger in southern Mexico as you learn to cook authentic cuisine, and peel back the layers on the region’s archaeological and culinary history.
A university of the world, Not-for-Profit Road Scholar has been leading global educational adventures for adults for nearly 50 years.
Our programs are all-inclusive educational adventures, not superficial tours. When you explore with us, you’ll have a deep, thought-provoking experience delivered by faculty experts on site.