Tours with Chef Bob Waggoner
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Chef Bob Waggoner definitely has the accolades to be an Expert Host on our Expertly Done Culinary & Wine Travel tours. From a Michelin star, James Beard nominations, and AAA Four-Diamond awards, to “L’Odre du Mérite Agricole” from the Government of France (which knighted him for his contributions to France), his prowess in the kitchen is exceptional. Coupled with his approachable, engaging personality (that also won him an Emmy award), Chef Bob truly makes each tour memorable. When he is not in his kitchen in Charleston or fishing from his boat in the low country, you often will find him meandering the markets, enjoying wine and olive oil tastings, and creating chef’s dinners with our “sous chefs” on our tours in France, Italy, Spain, and Argentina. As well, he is the author of the Charleston Grill at Charleston Place: French Influenced Lowcountry Cuisine cookbook.
Our Expertly Done Culinary & Wine Travel Includes:

EXPERTLY CURATED ITINERARIES
Over 35 years of experience goes into planning every custom itinerary and represents a balanced blend of cultural, culinary, and wine-related experiences.

HAND-SELECTED EXPERT HOSTS
Carefully selected Expert Hosts to ensure each tour is enhanced with knowledgeable, approachable insights, and hands-on cooking and/or wine tasting and education.

INTENTIONALLY SMALL GROUPS
Each tour is kept intentionally small to ensure more one-on-one experiences with our Expert Hosts.

CAREFULLY CHOSEN ACCOMMODATIONS
Hotels, villas, and chateaus are expertly chosen with an eye toward modern-day comfort, amenities, and location that enhance your experience.

ASSURANCE
Our team is at the ready to assist you any time, for any reason while traveling — 24/7.
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Lyonnais & Burgundian Culture, Cuisine & Wine with a Chef
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Vonnes, France
Enjoying George Blanc's fairytale village.
Andalusia & Madrid with a Chef
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Madrid, Spain
Our tour leader and expert local guide.
Provencal Flavors of Aix-en-Provence & the Luberon with a Chef
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Gordes, France
Our Premier team in Provence.
Lyonnais & Burgundian Culture, Cuisine & Wine with a Chef
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Lyon, France
A quintessential Lyonnais lunch with our Chef.
The Distinctive Tastes of Tuscany & Florence with a Chef
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Siena, Italy
Our tour leader and expert local tour.
The Distinctive Tastes of Tuscany & Florence with a Chef
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Bagno Vignoni
Spectacular sunset and dinner on the town.
Lyonnais & Burgundian Culture, Cuisine & Wine with a Chef
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Vonnes, France
A culinary treat in the Georges Blanc’s village.
Provencal Flavors of Aix-en-Provence & the Luberon
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Gordes, France
Friends and fabulous food and wine in Provence!
Wine, Cuisine & Culture of San Sebastian, Rioja & Madrid with a Master of Wine
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Getaria, Spain
Enjoying Basque cuisine.
Lyonnais & Burgundian Culture, Cuisine & Wine with a Chef
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Macon, France
Tasting wines and enjoying the amazing views in Burgundy!
Wine, Cuisine & Culture of San Sebastian, Rioja & Madrid with a Master of Wine
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San Sebastian, Spain
A night out in cosmopolitan San Sebastian.
Wine, Cuisine & Culture of San Sebastian, Rioja & Madrid with a Master of Wine
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La Rioja, Spain
Enjoying family time in the vineyards of Rioja.
Andalusia & Madrid with a Chef
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Ronda, Spain
Nothing compares to the organic olives and olive oils of Spain -- right from the grove.
The Distinctive Tastes of Tuscany & Florence with a Chef
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Tuscany
Enjoying time in the kitchen with the Chef.
Provencal Flavors of Aix-en-Provence & the Luberon
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Gordes, France
Visiting the gardens with our friend in Gordes.
Andalusia & Madrid with a Chef
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Ronda, Spain
Lunch al fresco amidst the olive trees.
Lyonnais & Burgundian Culture, Cuisine & Wine with a Chef
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Beaune, France
Immersed in the pleasures of the Saturday market.
Provencal Flavors of Aix-en-Provence & the Luberon
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Bonnieux, France
Enjoying the climb in the hilltop villages, as well as the views.
Wine, Cuisine & Culture of San Sebastian, Rioja & Madrid with a Master of Wine
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San Sebastian, Spain
Relaxing after a day of eating and drinking our way through the city.
Wine, Cuisine & Culture of San Sebastian, Rioja & Madrid with a Master of Wine
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La Rioja, Spain
Tour and tasting at one of the finest vineyards in the world!
Lyonnais & Burgundian Culture, Cuisine & Wine with a Chef
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Chateauneuf en Auxois
French influence at its finest!
Wine, Cuisine & Culture of San Sebastian, Rioja & Madrid with a Master of Wine
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La Rioja, Spain
Meandering the glorious vineyards of Rioja.
Provencal Flavors of Aix-en-Provence & the Luberon
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Gordes, France
Cocktails on the terrace of the villa.
Cuisine, Culture & Wine of San Sebastián, Rioja & Madrid With a Chef
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Bilbao, Spain
Touring with "the Keeper of the Keys" at the Guggenheim.
The Distinctive Tastes of Tuscany & Florence with a Chef
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Tuscany
Basking in the beautiful landscape and hilltop villages.
Lyonnais & Burgundian Culture, Cuisine & Wine with a Chef
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Beaujolais, France
France in a glass!
Lyonnais & Burgundian Culture, Cuisine & Wine with a Chef
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Commarin, France
Soaking in the rich history at Chateau de Commarin.