An American in Provence: A Tribute to Richard Olney

For ages 18 & up

Take your taste buds on a trip to Provence as we guide you through a meal made up of authentic cooking from one of France's most notable regions. Richard Olney, the American cookbook author who found his culinary home in France, captures the essence of meals made by the notable Lulu Peyraud of Domaine Tempier in one of his most well received cookbooks; our instructors will provide tips as they show you how to make each dish. 

For ages 18 & up. 21 or over? You'll enjoy a glass of wine from Provence paired with your meal. 

ABOUT RICHARD OLNEY

Artist and cookbook author, Richard Olney was born and raised in Iowa. He moved to a suburb of Paris in 1951 and then to Provence where he lived the rest of his life. Mr. Olney served as chief consultant on the Time-Life Good Cook series; was the author of  The French Menu Cookbook, which has been called "the best cookbook ever," Simple French Food, and Lulu's Provencal Table; and was an early proponent of everything local, fresh and seasonal. He contributed a column on food  to Cuisines et Vins de France, the gourmand's bible, for 10 years.

• Filet de Porc au Olives (Roasted Pork Loin with Sage & Olives)

• Salade de Pois-chiches (Warm Chickpea Salad)

• Piments Doux au Gril (Grilled Peppers) 

• Salades Vertes (Green Leafy Salad) with Vinaigrette

• Tian de Lait (Provencal Custard) with Seasonal Fruit

Safety & Precautions

• At check-in, you will be asked to sign a waiver before entering the Cooking School.

• For that reason, we ask that all attendees arrive at least 5 minutes prior to the confirmed start time of the class.

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Central Market Austin North Lamar, 4001 North Lamar Boulevard, Austin, United States