Creating memories
Here in Cotignac, local figures are committed to sharing their love for Provence with you. Throughout the seasons, the carefully orchestrated workshop program brings together artists, artisans, farmers, and wellness practitioners. With them, you will experience moments of sharing, discovery, and creation, where traditional gestures and local know-how are revealed, making each stay an unforgettable Provençal immersion.
Upcoming workshops & events
Past workshops & events
Sunday 2 March
This cooking class will take place after a truffle hunting demonstration with specially-trained truffle dogs. Meet at 2pm at the Canut family’s farm in Aups (with your own vehicle), before meeting chef Benoit Witz at 4pm in the kitchen of the Jardin Secret restaurant.
Location:
Schedule :
2 pm to 6 pm
Price:
235€
Booking:
Mandatory, limited availability
Sunday 23 February
A traditional dish enjoyed across many cultures, a good pie combines deliciousness and decent know-how. Under the guidance of Chef Benoit Witz, learn how to work the dough, concoct tasty fillings and master the art of a crispy pastry with tender insides.
Location:
Schedule :
4 pm to 6 pm
Price:
120€
Booking:
Mandatory, limited availability
Sunday 16 February
Ideal for accompanying meats or as the star of any vegetarian dish, root vegetables lend themselves to many creative interpretations. Discover how to combine them harmoniously, and explore slow cooking that reveals the best of their texture and depth.
Location:
Schedule :
4 pm to 6 pm
Price:
120€
Booking:
Mandatory, limited availability
Saturday 28 December
With her rich experience in the field of art, Sophie Anais Sanderson guides her students to develop their artistic flair through the craft of drawing. During her workshop, she will teach the basics of drawing as well as a study into how to create volume by using different forms of collage.
From 15 Oct. To 6 Nov.
Nestled in the midst of the restanques a unique spice grows naturally. In our region, flowering begins in October and lasts for a month while the harvest reaps rich rewards. Sabine and Jean will guide you to ensure you fully understand the culture and nature of organic saffron growing.
Saturday 14 September
Ceramics artist in Cotignac, Inès Ciccone practices throwing pottery with the aim of giving life to stoneware pieces, always drawing her inspiration from natural plants and minerals. During her workshop, Inès will share three modelling techniques to make a cup, a plate or a bowl.
Saturday 7 September
Solange Battarra’s true creative self is anchored in the Upcycling movement. A local artist and a specialist in the creation of objects made from paper pulp, she will teach an artisanal moulding technique by crafting a unique decorative object to set on a piece of furniture or to hang on the wall.
Wednesday 31 July
Did you know that you can make ink from tinctorial plants? Anna Piquardt is here to show you how. Come and learn how to transform well-known plants into watercolour paints, and then decorate your very own postcard with them. A wonderfully creative gift for a loved one!
Wednesday 26 June
A special opportunity to free your mind and express yourself in writing. French literature teacher, Jéromine Dalmasso, will guide you towards this creative escape with two thematic ideas: “Describe a place using sensory language” and “Write a description while observing a photograph”.
