French Immersion in the Hunter Valley in September 2023

LAST MINUTE: 1 SPOT AVAILABLE !!

Join us for a French 3-day immersion in the Hunter Valley, at the unique and cosy H Boutique Hotel. Immerse yourself in French with students of similar level and teachers from French à la Carte.

The programme includes a mix of small group lessons (maximum 12 students per group), activities and meals, all in French. It’s the perfect opportunity to practice your French “for real”, with friends, while having fun at the same time!

Dates

Accommodation

H Boutique Hotel
770 McDonalds Rd, Pokolbin NSW 2320

The Brokenback Ranges of the iconic Hunter Valley are the breathtaking backdrop to the stylish H Boutique Hotel, a modern accommodation in the heart of the Pokolbin Food and Wine region. The hotel has just finished an extensive renovation of their villas and common areas. They now have a beautiful new dining room and offer hot & continental breakfast to our groups.

Each guest will stay in their own King Studio Villa. 

All villas feature an area with contemporary furnishings and a cosy gas fireplace; air conditioning, ceiling fans and block-out blinds guarantee your stay will be as restful as possible. Amazing natural light floods the apartment from floor to ceiling windows. An outdoor patio area is also provided for you, complete with outdoor setting to provide the ideal spot for daydreaming, reading, eating or wine tasting out in the fresh Hunter Valley air.

Please note the H Boutique does not offer in-room Internet or house phones.

Possibility to share accommodation for couples. 

Programme

This program is indicative and may change slightly.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Classes & Levels

H Boutique Hotel now has two conference rooms, so participants will be divided into two groups of up to 12 students of similar level so that everyone makes the most of the lessons. 

Each group will be taught by one FALC teacher a variety of activities and topics related to the workshops (or not). The main goal is to improve comprehension and conversational French, to immerse yourself in the language and « force » yourself to use as much French as possible throughout the day. All in a pleasant atmosphere, of course!

If you are not sure of that your level is sufficient to participate to this immersion, please contact Marion at marion@frenchalacarte.com.au.

Activities

Gourmet Cheese, Chocolate & Wine Tasting

French owners of Stay’N’Sip Pierre and Mercedes will be taking us on a tour of the finest Hunter Valley cheeses, chocolates and wines for a private tasting in French. 

En français : Savourez l'accord parfait de cinq fromages et deux chocolats provenant de producteurs de la Hunter Valley associé à une gamme de vins pétillants, blancs et rouges.

An alcohol free tasting is also available: opt for a unique tasting of herb-infused and fermented juices - Shrubs mocktails

Pâtisserie Workshop 

Become a French Pastry Chef! 

Angela is a pastry chef trained in France who runs her own patisserie in Pokolbin, Gigi & Chix. 

During a 3-hour workshop that she will tailor for our group, she will teach us how to make Paris-Brest, Mille-feuilles and Macarons. The best of the best — or rather la crème de la crème ! 

The workshop will be followed by a dégustation, where we’ll be able to taste our pastries and converse in French, making it the perfect conclusion to the immersion.

Please note that Angela understands French but unfortunately doesn’t speak it, so this workshop will be conducted in English with FALC teachers facilitating the use of French during the workshop and at the dégustation. Participants will be encouraged to ask questions in French and talk amongst themselves in French.

Dinner at Mount Broke Restaurant

Mount Broke Restaurant & Bar offers stunning views from the cellar door, accompanied by delicious blackboard lunch menu options.

Their French Chef Julie Chevallier and Sous Chef Romane Garnier will tailor a delicious 3-course French-themed meal, just for our groups.

Price

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More info

Email us at info@frenchalacarte.com.au or call us at 0400 141 370 for further details about this immersion.

Cancellation Policy

Full payment is required by August 15th.