Culinary Tourism

Culinary Tourism includes culinary experiences of all kinds. It encompasses cooking schools, cookbook and kitchen gadget stores, culinary tours and tour leaders, culinary media and guidebooks, caterers, wineries, breweries, distilleries, food growers and manufacturers, culinary attractions and more.

New England Culinary Institute at The Essex provides many of these experiences including cooking classes, demonstrations, and educational opportunities galore!

The Essex Vermont’s Culinary Resort & Spa

Essex Way, Essex

Home of the highly acclaimed New England Culinary Institute, The Essex is a “must visit” for foodies. Come sharpen your culinary skills or let the next generation of great chefs cook for you!

Cook Academy at The Essex offers a complete schedule of fun-filled public cooking classes. Dine in one of two popular restaurants; The Tavern features casual American fare and boasts a wide selection of micro-brews, while Butler’s Restaurant offers a bold reinterpretation of European and American cuisine in a fine dining atmosphere.