Description
Vegan & Gluten-Free Holiday Cuisine
A refined culinary retreat dedicated to the art of luxurious plant-based Christmas entertaining.
Over five immersive days, guests discover contemporary festive cuisine inspired by French gastronomy, winter produce, woodland flavors, and elegant holiday traditions.
An experience designed for those who seek beauty, creativity, and extraordinary seasonal dining.
Day One — Winter Elegance
Arrival and festive welcome dinner by candlelight.
Workshop
- Foundations of luxury vegan cuisine
- Winter flavor layering
- Stocks, reductions and infused oils
- Seasonal ingredient selection
Dinner
- Jerusalem artichoke velouté with truffle oil
- Chicory salad with candied walnuts
- Gluten-free rosemary fougasse
Day Two — Vegan Christmas Classics Reimagined
Reinventing iconic festive delicacies through modern plant-based techniques.
Workshop
- Vegan faux gras
- Smoked carrot “salmon”
- Cultured cashew crème fraîche
- Pickling and curing techniques
Signature Creations
- Faux gras with fig compote and toasted GF brioche
- Smoked carrot salmon with dill crème fraîche
- Blinis with caviar-style pearls
- Winter citrus and fennel salad
Day Three — The Christmas Feast
A grand festive menu inspired by Michelin-starred holiday dining.
Workshop
- Advanced roasting techniques
- Jus and sauce reductions
- Elegant plating and composition
- Festive centerpiece creation
Menu
- Chestnut and porcini pithivier
- Truffle celery purée
- Glazed heritage carrots
- Wild mushroom jus
- Cranberry and port reduction
- Braised winter greens with hazelnut crumble
Dessert
- Chocolate and clementine buche entremet
- Spiced poached pears
- Vanilla bean ice cream
Day Four — Festive Entertaining & Celebration Dinner
A celebration of refined holiday hosting.
Workshop
- Canapés and cocktail pairings
- Dessert plating artistry
- Edible garnishes and textures
- Holiday tablescaping
Celebration Dinner
Guests collaborate to create and present a multi-course Christmas tasting menu accompanied by natural wines and candlelit dining.
Day Five — Winter Brunch & Farewell
Brunch
- Cinnamon buckwheat pancakes
- Orange blossom compote
- Roasted hazelnut granola
- Mulled pear preserves
- Garden herbal infusions
Guests leave with recipes, festive entertaining inspiration, and a deeper understanding of modern plant-based gastronomy.
