BON APPETIT
COURSE OVERVIEW
Taste the culture as you tour the exquisite cities of Rome, Florence and Paris over your March Break. You will be exposed to the flavours, aromas, cooking techniques, foods and cultural traditions of world cuisines and will be able to explore the origins of and developments in diverse food traditions. Compare food-related etiquette among countries and cultures, and discover how Canadian food choices and traditions have been influenced by other cultures. Does Canada’s Food Guide measure up?
Our favourite menu: buttery croissants, pizza, pizza and more pizza and to top it off, the world’s favourite gelato!
ACTIVITIES
Here are some of the exciting experiences included in the program.
COOKING CLASS
Students learn culinary techniques.
TASTING TOUR
Explore new flavours and build your palette.
VERSAILLES
Visit the historic Palace of Versailles.
BOAT CRUISE
Enjoy a boat cruise on the Seine.
THE LOUVRE
Visit the world’s largest art museum.
MANDATORY DATES
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February 7
10:00 am - 3:00 pm -
Online Orientation and First Class
Parents, students and teachers meet in the morning to review travel expectations and the itinerary. Teachers and students meet in the afternoon for their first class and to work on introductory assignments.
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February 8 - 20
(approx. 10 hours)*in total to be completed at any convenient time of the student’s choice
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Independent Learning Online
Students will work independently to complete and submit assignments. Teachers will be available to answer questions through the online platform.
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February 21, 28 & March 7
9:00 am – 3:30 pm -
Pre-Trip Online Classes
Teachers and students will interact online as students participate in direct teaching, group activities, discussions and presentations.
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March 14 - 22
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Travel
Experience the course firsthand and make real-world applications.
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March 28
9:00 am – 12:00 pm
April 11
(asynchronous) -
Post-Trip Online Classes
Teachers are available to answer any questions during designated hours while students complete their summative assignments.
Prices and Dates
March 14 – 22
**Flights will depart and return to Toronto Pearson International Airport
$6,390.00
Food and Culture
Grade 11, University/College (HFC3M)
None
March 14 – 22
**Flights will depart and return to Toronto Pearson International Airport
$6,390.00
Nutrition and Health
Grade 12, University (HFA4U)
Any University or University/College preparation course in Canadian and World Studies, English, or Social Sciences and Humanities.
March 14 – 22
**Flights will depart and return to Toronto Pearson International Airport
$6,390.00
Communication Technology Grade 12 University/College (TGJ4M)
Grade 11 Communication Technology (TGP3M, TGV3M, or TGJ3M),
We will also accept AWQ3M
Program Fees
Program Fee
All-Inclusive Price $6,390.00 Deposit Schedule: 1st payment due upon registration, 2nd payment due October 1, 2025, 3rd payment due January 9, 2026.
Insurance
(as required by our education partner)
Premium Travel Protection Package $245.00
Registration Deadline
Program may fill before deadline of January 15, 2026.
What’s Included
Each program covers all essential costs and all excursions, whether educational or leisure. We believe that each group should share the same experience.
