Richesses des Terroirs: La Touraine et Le Val de Loire

This is the first of a series of explorations of French “terroir” – a conception of land as an organism whose characteristics and products are intimately linked to the nature of its soil and the crafts of its people. A “terroir” appeals to your senses. It is a harmony of tastes, colors, sounds and feelings that are unique, exclusive and singular.
The first series will focus on La Touraine et Le Val de Loire which will be explored  by 3 different means.
     Friday, January 15, 2010 from 6:00 – 8:00 pm: Opening presentation including a short movie on the region. Presentation by Roseline Cousin in English.
     January 19 – February 16 from 5:30 – 7:30 pm: 5 week course on the lore and poetry, some aspects of daily life and the present concerns of the region. Some reading is expected for each meeting in order to allow sharing of ideas and discussions. These meetings will be in French for intermediate-advanced levels, and will be led by Roseline Cousin.
     Friday, March 5, 2010 at 6:00 pm: Wine and cheese tasting from La Touraine et Le Val de Loire by Denis Tardivel, in English

$170 for Alliance Française members, $200 for non-members
OR
Pick and choose the events that interest you:
Presentation: $10 for AF members, $20 non-members
5 week Course: $140 for AF members, $150 non-members
Wine and Cheese Tasting: $30 for AF members, $40 for non-members

To register for all three event please use this event listing. To register for individual events in this series, please use the individual event listings.