Indulge your passion for food, wine, and cooking with the Napa Valley’s legendary vineyards, bountiful farms, and innovative chefs as your inspiration.

An Unforgettable Experience
for the Discriminating Gourmet

CIA Sophisticated Palate is a unique epicurean vacation for those with an appreciation for fine living and a desire to expand their culinary horizons. Each two- and four-day program includes hands-on cooking instruction, food and wine pairing, exhilarating discussions, exclusive off-campus excursions, and exceptional dining.

Everything about the CIA Sophisticated Palate – from the classes to the amenities to the recipes – is created and delivered by seasoned and passionate professionals who know the food and wine world inside and out. Attentive, engaging, expert instruction is one of the many features that set the CIA Sophisticated Palate experience apart.

Enjoy one of our Epicurean Adventures in the
Heart of the Napa Valley –

  • A Taste of Northern California
  • Exploring the Tastes of Southeast Asia
  • Savoring the Flavors of Spain and Portugal
  • The Ancient Cookfire
  • Cooking for the Next Half of Your Life

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