The Art of Flavour.
13th-19th June 2026 | Limited Spaces
An Exclusive Culinary & Wellness Retreat
13–19 June | Château de Cadrès, France
The Art of Flavour is a six-night culinary and wellness residency held in an exclusive château in southwest France. Limited to six guests, the experience brings together hands-on, vegetable-led cooking, thoughtful wine pairings, embodied practices, and deep rest. Days unfold slowly between the kitchen, the table, and the surrounding landscape, with the space for learning, creativity, and integration. This is an intimate, immersive exploration of flavour — not only on the plate, but in how we move, eat, and live.
a residency is for those who value time, intention, and craft — people drawn to food as culture and conversation, who prefer thoughtful pacing and generous hospitality in intimate settings.
The Cuisine.
Cuisine at The Art of Flavour is guided by Jen, a private chef specialising in seasonal, plant-forward cooking with modern European influences. Her approach is rooted in simplicity and flavour, shaped by a lifelong connection to seasonal produce and a belief in food as a way to gather and connect.
Menus are built around vegetables at their peak, prepared with care and attention to balance. Dishes feel refined yet comforting, with familiar flavours gently elevated, allowing ingredients to speak for themselves. The emphasis is on generosity rather than performance, creating meals that feel nourishing, considered, and deeply satisfying. You’ll work with exceptional produce, learning how to layer taste, texture, and aroma with confidence and intuition.
Cooking and dining unfold at an unhurried pace. Meals are often shared, encouraging conversation and connection around the table, while remaining relaxed and inclusive. The cuisine naturally accommodates vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free diets without compromise, ensuring everyone feels considered and well cared for.
Food at The Art of Flavour is not treated as a spectacle, but as part of the rhythm of the days — grounding, generous, and quietly memorable.
The Setting.
Set within ten hectares of private parkland and forest, Château de Cadrès provides a quiet, considered backdrop for The Art of Flavour. Carefully restored, the château retains its architectural character while offering spaces that feel calm, spacious, and lived-in.
The kitchens and dining spaces sit at the heart of the house, shaping the natural rhythm of the days. Meals are shared around the table, while terraces and gardens offer places to pause, sit, and enjoy the surroundings at an unhurried pace.
Beyond the château, the landscape opens onto rolling hills, fruit trees, and shaded paths through the grounds. Time is intentionally left open — whether spent by the pool, walking the gardens, or lingering outdoors as the day softens into evening.
The setting invites a slower, more attentive way of living, where food, conversation, and quiet moments unfold naturally.
A Day at the Château.
— The Art of Flavour, a culinary residency —
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The day begins slowly, with tea, coffee, and a gentle yoga practice.
A relaxed breakfast is shared together.
The kitchen opens for the day’s culinary session. Each class is hands-on and exploratory, focused on technique, flavour-building, and the intelligence of vegetables. Space for questions, experimentation, and conversation — not a demonstration, but a shared practice.
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The dishes prepared in the morning are enjoyed together, paired with thoughtfully chosen wines, if desired. Meals are unhurried, generous, and convivial.
Afternoons are intentionally spacious. Depending on the day, this may include a visit to a biodynamic farm, a tasting, or time to rest.
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Guests gather for an optional evening sound journey — a sensory practice designed to integrate the day’s experiences and invite deep rest.
Dinner follows: seasonal, elegant, and generous. Wine flows easily, conversation deepens, and the château settles into quiet.
Included.
Exclusive-use luxury château accommodation for 6 nights
Daily hands-on vegetarian culinary classes, with all meals and wine included
Guided excursion and tastings at the château
Daily group yoga and evening sound journey sessions
Curated activities, thoughtful pacing, and personalised attention from your host
Optional Add-Ons:
Massage & wellness treatments: 90 € 120 € per session
Private yoga class: 60 € per session
The Investment.
— 4,200 € per person —
The price includes accommodation in a private room and bathroom at Château de Cadrès, all meals prepared by our private chef, and the full culinary residency programme.
Intentionally limited to six guests to ensure a fully immersive, luxurious, and restorative experience.
Booking.
To secure your place, a 50% non-refundable deposit is required. Payment can be made securely via Stripe using a payment link.
The remaining balance is due 60 days prior to arrival and may be paid via Stripe or bank transfer, according to your preference. A receipt and booking confirmation will be provided for all payments.
Once your deposit has been received, you will receive a confirmation email with full details, including a suggested packing list and information on optional additions to your stay.
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Secure your place early to enjoy an exclusive rate of €4,000 per guest.
Available to the first 2 reservations.
Getting to the Retreat.
Nearyby Airports
Bergerac Airport
Toulouse-Blagnac Airport
Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport
Guests are welcome to hire a car if they wish to explore the surrounding area. For those arriving at Bergerac Airport, we recommend Buggs Car Hire.
Transfers from Bergerac Airport can also be arranged upon request. If you are arriving via Paris CDG, Bordeaux, or Toulouse, trains to Agen or Penne-sur-lot are an option, and collection from the station can be organised. Tickets may be booked via the SNCF Connect website.
Please don’t hesitate to contact us with any questions — we are happy to assist with travel planning.
Guests are responsible for flights, travel and health insurance, and any additional treatments or transfers they wish to arrange. We’re happy to advise and assist where needed.
