The lucky winner of this live auction item will have their choice of any of the three trips below to Ottawa, Asheville, or Napa! This item has a reserve price.
Le Cordon Bleu Ottawa, Canada
This experience includes:
- Dinner with wine pairings at Signatures Restaurant Le Cordon Bleu Ottawa, Ontario
- Afternoon tea for two at Fairmont Chateau Laurier, Ottawa
- Three-night stay in a traditional Fairmont room at the Fairmont Chateau Laurier, Ottawa
- Daily breakfast for two
Located in the heart of Canada's picturesque capital, Ottawa's rich history in gastronomy and flare for French architecture makes it the perfect destination to experience a culinary journey.
Le Cordon Bleu Ottawa (Ontario)
Enjoy Signatures Restaurant’s “Gastronomique” dining experience, a five-course prix fixe menu with wine pairing for two. Sample menu items include seared scallops with cream of black truffle and port risotto; seared beef tenderloin crusted with pistachio and mustard, semolina gnocchi, roasted cauliflower and pomegranate sauce; and double chocolate pudding with peanut butter ice cream, fried donut bits, banana and peanut snow.
In keeping with its tradition of excellence, Le Cordon Bleu proudly offers Signatures Restaurant on the grounds of Le Cordon Bleu Ottawa Culinary Arts Institute. Menus showcase an outstanding selection of local seasonal ingredients with bold creativity and artistic presentations. The restaurant carries on the proud tradition of Le Cordon Bleu with origins in Paris, which has spanned over a century of culinary excellence and has acquired an international reputation built on excellence in culinary and hospitality education. With over 30 campuses worldwide, Le Cordon Bleu is widely recognized as the gold standard in training for professional French cuisine.
Afternoon Tea at Fairmont Chateau Laurier, Ottawa
Enjoy a $100 Fairmont gift card to use for afternoon tea in the lovely setting of Zoe's, a stylish lounge known for its elegance and timeless décor. Freshly baked Victorian scones, homemade strawberry jam and Devonshire cream, prepared tableside, are the highlights of the Afternoon Tea service.
Fairmont Chateau Laurier, Ottawa
Enjoy a three-night stay in a traditional Fairmont room including daily breakfast for two at this four-star luxury hotel. Located in the heart of Ottawa next to the Parliament Buildings, the landmark Fairmont Chateau Laurier is a magnificent limestone edifice with turrets and masonry reminiscent of a French chateau. The Rideau Canal offers miles of bicycle and inline skating paths and the world's longest skating rink just outside your door.
The nearby Gatineau Hills offer great hiking, biking and canoeing, and in the winter, cross-country ski trails and excellent downhill thrills. During downtime, drop by the health club equipped with premier fitness machines and personal flat-screen televisions or take a dip in the art-deco pool.
Restrictions: Travel must be completed within two years from the date of purchase. Reservations are subject to availability, and must be booked a minimum of 60 days prior to travel. Ground transportation is the responsibility of the winner unless otherwise stated. Certificates cannot be replaced if lost, stolen or destroyed. Purchases are non-refundable and packages cannot be resold.
Eclectic and Sophisticated Asheville
Your getaway for two includes:
- Three days/two nights accommodations at the Hilton Asheville Biltmore Park
- Room-related taxes
- (One) daytime admission to the Biltmore House & Gardens, Antler Hill Village and Winery per person
- Wine tasting and guided tour at the Winery
- Additional tasting of red wines paired with chocolate truffles
- $150 gift card for dinner at The Dining Room Restaurant
Asheville, North Carolina is a city that begs to be explored, and the Hilton Asheville Biltmore Park puts you in wandering distance from it all. Named Beer City USA, Asheville boasts great breweries to explore, a culinary community known as Foodtopia, as well as majestic scenery, trails and parks, culture, art galleries, shopping and dining. Home of a true American treasure, the historic Biltmore Estate and Winery has a fascinating history as America's largest private home.
Set in the heart of Biltmore Park Town Square, a vibrant, modern town center featuring a variety of entertainment options, shops and restaurants, seek respite at the Hilton Asheville Biltmore Park hotel. The Hilton welcomes you to enjoy a relaxing stay, while putting you near the spectacular 8,000-acre historic Biltmore Estate. Savor innovative gourmet cuisine at the Roux restaurant and stay in shape at the fitness center and indoor pool. Pure bliss is easily achieved with a pampering massage or treatment at the Sensibilities Spa. Take a short drive to downtown Asheville for the city's outdoor history museum, and streets brimming with independent shops, farm-fresh eateries, and a remarkably distinctive mountain vibe.
Completed in 1895, George Vanderbilt's 250-room French château is a real life wonder, designed as a retreat reminiscent of the grand castles and estates of France and Britain. Enjoy a self-guided tour of the 250-room Biltmore House that unveils a fresh look at how people lived and worked in America's largest home. You can also explore the acres of gorgeous gardens and grounds, designed by renowned landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted, during your visit. The house is still privately owned by Vanderbilt's descendants and operates as a for-profit, self-sufficient enterprise, using no state or federal funding for its operations.
Prepare your palate for a delicious epicurean combination! You'll get to enjoy a red wine and chocolate truffle tasting! A friendly host will guide you through your tasting, and you will learn about the red wine making process and why chocolate and red wine are considered a natural pairing. Decadent! Indulge in elegant dining at a restaurant that specializes in regional cuisine at The Dining Room, at the Inn on Biltmore Estate. Enjoy estate–raised beef and lamb, which are samples of a few succulent options, prepared with fresh-picked ingredients from the kitchen gardens. Pair your meal with one of the Biltmore's wines. You'll see first hand the little luxuries and attention to detail that have characterized Vanderbilt entertaining throughout the years.
Restrictions: Travel package is non-refundable and subject to availability. Certificates/gift cards cannot be replaced. Hotel may be substituted with equal or similar accommodations. Gift card will be provided to pay for all Biltmore add-ons. Wine tastings and tours are subject to availability. A minimum 30 day advance reservation is required. Travel is valid through 09/30/2022.
Farmhouse Luxury in Napa Vineyards
This experience includes:
- Three-night weekday stay at The Setting Inn for two at this beautiful property surrounded by vineyards
- Private tasting of The Setting Wines
- Schramsberg Winery Cave Tour and Tasting
- Culinary Institute of America culinary experience
- Six consecutive hours of chauffeured luxury sedan service
Make yourself at home at this hidden gem nestled between two picturesque vineyards, located minutes from Yountville and downtown Napa.
The Setting Inn
Enjoy a three-night weekday stay (Sunday – Thursday nights) for two people. Daily continental breakfast delivered to your room, featuring pastries from Thomas Keller’s Bouchon Bakery. The main building, a recently remodeled 1901 farmhouse, offers five spacious guest rooms. All rooms have one king or one queen bed, a private bathroom with L’Occitane amenities, a fireplace and stylish Restoration Hardware furnishings and linens and Nespresso coffee makers.
From the moment you arrive, the proprietors will make sure you feel at home, whether you want to relax in the Barn Lounge, enjoy the vineyard views while seated around one of the courtyard fire pits, or get assistance with planning winery visits and dining at some of the region’s award-winning restaurants.
Wine Tasting (at The Setting Inn)
Enjoy a private tasting of The Setting Wines, including their highly acclaimed Alexander Valley Cabernet which was awarded a 94 point rating by Wine Enthusiast, Wine Spectator and James Suckling.com. The Setting Wines is the vision of three friends who truly believe that great wine becomes an unforgettable experience when it is enjoyed in the perfect Setting. Exceptional custom blended wines – Napa Valley Cabernet and Barrel Fermented Sauvignon Blanc, in addition to the Alexander Valley Cabernet - round out The Setting’s collection. The wines are sourced from grapes that come from some of the best vineyards in California, handpicked based on their location within each appellation.
Schramsberg Cave Tour and Tasting
Explore the vast history and unique cave system and end with a seated tasting of a variety of Schramsberg sparkling wines. Schramsberg’s Blanc de Blancs was used for President Nixon’s 1972 “Toast to Peace” with China’s Premier and their world-class handcrafted sparkling wines have been served at official State functions by every U.S. Presidential administration since.
Culinary Institute of America
One of the world’s premier wine and food destinations, the Napa Valley is a true celebration of the winemaker, the farmer, and the chef. It’s also where you’ll find two amazing culinary experiences just 20 miles apart—the CIA at Greystone in St. Helena and the CIA at Copia in Napa. Whether you want to explore the ABCs of wine and cheese pairings (or wine and chocolate!) at a “Pairing Principles” demonstration, learn how to use the best of your farmers’ market finds in a Farm to Table Chef’s class, sip seasonal cocktails from the garden in the Somm’s session or simply relax and dine at one of CIA’s award-winning onsite restaurants, there is something for everybody’s culinary appetite. Enjoy a $150 gift card to use toward classes, dining and retail.
Beau Wine Tours
You will receive six consecutive hours of chauffeured luxury sedan service, subject to availability; inclusive of all service fees, PUC insurance, fuel and driver’s base gratuity. Located in the heart of Wine Country, Beau is the premier wine tour service in Napa and Sonoma Counties. Beau’s drivers are experts on the wine country area and can make winery recommendations based on your particular taste and interest.
Restrictions: Travel must be completed within two years from the date of purchase. Reservations are subject to availability, and must be booked a minimum of 60 days prior to travel. Ground transportation is the responsibility of the winner unless otherwise stated. Certificates cannot be replaced if lost, stolen or destroyed. Purchases are non-refundable and packages cannot be resold. Blackout dates: Holidays and harvest season (September and October). Guests 14 years and older welcome.
