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“You haven’t been to the best of France unless under the guidance and tutelage of Gerard Caronello – a superb chef and oenophile in his own right – a native of this culinary paradise. He opens the doors to restaurants and cellars for people who want to experience the highlights of this wonderful country and expect to be lectured and pampered and conveniently transported.” –Vera and Peter Voges (New York City)

Best of France

“A trip with Gerard is not just a tour. It’s a gourmet’s delight and a wine connoisseur’s dream, plus a guided history lesson with a host who knows France like a native. Because he is. Genial Gerard and his charming wife, Rozanne, pre-plan every detail down to the menus for each of the sumptuous meals in some of France’s finest restaurants. As a Chef himself, Gerard knows food and is personally acquainted with most of the chefs on the tour. They like to take good care of his groups with fine food, excellent private service and little extras. As repeat guests, we can wholeheartedly endorse LBATours. If you enjoy aromatic vineyards, old wine cellars the public can’t visit, fascinating historical sites and congenial company, you’ll love an LBA Tour and talk about it for years to come.” –Phil and Florence Wood (Nantucket and St. Croix, U.S.V.I.)

A Gourmet’s Delight & Wine Connoisseur’s Dream

“Gerard Caronello is an outstanding guide to the culture and culinary highlights of France. Gerard knows the best innkeepers and chefs personally, and our dinners each night were gastronomical wonders. We visited farms, wineries, and small villages accessible only to an insider like Gerard. We would enjoy traveling to France with him again.”
–Meryl and Hank Schrimmer

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