Pleasures of the Palaces
Description
Pleasures of the Palaces is a captivating food-tainment journey through History, Grandeur, and Gastronomy that blends storytelling with the sophistication of world-class culinary education. Explore the luxurious ingredients of royal banquets, the service styles and legacy of the World's Greatest Palaces.
Once home to kings and queens, palaces were built to act as royal residences, and to project power and prestige. Monarchs and emperors vied with one another, commissioning lavish summer homes and assembling exquisite art collections with which to fill their endless halls and royal chambers. Besides the magnificent architecture and artworks, the former royal residences also boast gorgeous grounds and gardens, with plenty of fabulous fountains and flowerbeds on display. And what was for dinner? Plenty of extravagant banquets, luxurious meals and rare and exquisite ingredients. Because of their significant artistic, cultural and historical value, these beautiful palaces now make for some of the most popular tourist attractions and museums around. Explore the world’s most beautiful palaces and foods of days gone by.
Additional Information
Contact Person
Chef Larry P Canepa
Email Address
Work Phone Number
602-882-5982
Address
19422 North 83 rd Drive
PEORIA
85382
Website
https://www.facebook.com/dinner8/
Program Type
Unique "food-tainment" culinary education presented in engaging, themed presentations, and cooking demonstrations. These sessions blend history, culture, and culinary lessons focusing on food history and culture.
Single Performance Fee
$300
Residency Fee
Recommended Minimum Age
16
Recommended Maximum Age
90
Maximum Group Size
75
Travel Range
Willing to perform in the following counties:
- Coconino
- Gila
- Maricopa
- Pima
- Pinal
- Yavapai
- Yuma
Willing to work with libraries?
Yes
Willing to work with schools?
Yes
Library References
Arizona State University, Penn State, Dartmouth, Colorado State, University of New Mexico, University of Minnesota, Glendale Foothills Recreation center, Sun City Grand, Sun City Merrill Ranch, Las Palmas, Miravilla retirement communities, Maricopa County libraries, Sun City library, Fairway Recreation center
Allison Courtis
Grand Learning Administrator
Phone: 623.546.7470
Email: grandlearning@livegrandaz.com
Sue Brown
Communications Coordinator
Learning Center Coordinator
Sun City Anthem @ Merrill Ranch
520.723.6622 Direct
520.723.6619 Main
SuBrown@AssociatedAsset.com
Courtney Romero
Maravilla Activities Coordinator
7325 E. Princess Blvd.
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
P: 480-538-5600 Ext. 5616
E: courtney.romero@srg-llc.com
Fingerprint Clearance ID Available?
No
Offers a Virtual Performance Option?
Yes
Virtual Performance Fee
Virtual Performance Technical Needs
PowerPoint projector, 8′ table