Chamonix Valley Photographic WalksMarch 2013

Teresa's Photo Walks

Go Gastronomic in March

A special series of Photo Walks with unusual and secret itineraries for the amateur food-buff and curious traveler.
Prices: 20€ to 50€ per person. Duration: 3 - 3 1/2 hours . Minimum 4 persons needed.
Reservations necessary the day before at the latest: +33 (0)6 08 95 89 42

Chamonix - The Food Happening in March! A Taste-Testing Photo Walk - 50€
Food in Chamonix is a matter of taste. So that will be our mission along with getting to know the town in an original manner. Small groups with a personal touch. Three tastings are planned. Save some appetite at lunch in order to enjoy.
Rendez-vous: 13:30 in front of the St. Michel church in Chamonix
Wednesday: March 6, 13, 20 & 27

Chamonix - Lunch at Mickey Bourdillat’s Le Bistrot - 39€
An enticing walk off the beaten-track into a little-known neighborhood. The famous chef Mickey Bourdillat of the Michelin-starred Le Bistrot welcomes us into his bustling kitchen for a photo session to start off. A very popular place in town so book early please. Beverages are not included.
Rendez-vous: 10:00 in front of the St. Michel church
Tuesday: March 5 & 26

Chamonix - Hidden Paths & Old Farms Followed By High Tea - 30 €
A labyrinth of paths take us to a typical neighborhood of beautiful old farmhouses facing the Mont Blanc. High tea with cakes awaits us in a cosily restored palace-hotel.
Rendez-vous: 14:00 in front of the St. Michel church, Chamonix
Tuesday: March 12 & 19

Chamonix - From Sun to Sunset & Sweet Confections of a Master Chef - 35€ We walk up an ancient (snowy) cow path to an unexpected and authentic hamlet. Late-afternoon light on the Mont Blanc assures splendid photographs.. The master pastry chef & artist Cyril Gérard will have prepared for us a sweet treat at the Auberge du Bois Prin. Rendez-vous: 14:00 in front of the St. Michel church, Chamonix Thursday: March 7, 14, 21 & 28

Servoz - Lunch Chez Marc Serres in a Village of Irresistable Charm - 45 €
Lunch at Marc's is more than a bargain. It is an opportunity to see a dynamic chef at work before eating a home-made three-course meal . But not until we have discovered the lovely old village of Servoz , famous for it's ancient farmhouses. One glass of wine & coffee included.
Rendez-vous: 11:00 in front of the Hotel des Gorges in Servoz. Friday: March 15 & 22

Chamonix - Lunch Chez Raphael Vionnet , Auberge du Bois Prin - 47 €
The first rays of sun in the valley accompagny us on this walk. A priviledged neighborhood to behold. Raphaël Vionnet, with his new Michelin star, will match that sparkle with his creative and intellectual cuisine. A true experience not to be missed. Beverages not included.
Rendez-vous: 10:00 in front of the St. Michel church, Chamonix
Sunday: March 10, 17 & 31

Vallorcine - Northern Polar Light Just Down the Road - 20€
We'll need good weather to get over the pass to Vallorcine with her quaint hamlets and snowy paths. The sun is back in March making for exquisite photographs. This walk is designed for the pleasure of discovery with only the food of inspiration. That's food for thought, isn't it ?
Rendez-vous: 13:00 in front of the Vallorcine SNCF train station.
Friday: March 8 & 29

Information: www.teresakaufman.com and at the Tourist Offices

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