The French Sourdough Supper Club Weekend
5th – 8th September 2026
The French Sourdough Supper Club Weekend
September 5th – September 8th 2026
Have you ever wanted to learn how to make the perfect sourdough loaf? We know we have! Come and stay in the beautiful French countryside with other food lovers for a long weekend of food, wine, relaxing, baking, and a bit of learning! On September 5th, we welcome the wonderfully talented Hope Batchelor, who some of you may recognise from Masterchef 2025, and many of you will follow on social media as ‘Toast with Hope’, bringing her fantastic recipes and sourdough tips to you.
Hope will be hosting a plant-based supper club here on Saturday, 5th September, followed by two days of sourdough baking masterclasses (but with plenty of free time to relax and enjoy the pool or the local sights). Relax in our beautiful courtyard overlooking the French countryside and feast on delicious seasonal food and local wines.
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What’s included
A delicious supper club meal, cooked by Hope
Sourdough baking masterclass
All the equipment & ingredients needed for the course
3 nights stay in luxury accommodation with full use of gardens & swimming pool
3 delicious homecooked meals per day
All drinks - Wine and soft drinks with meals
What you’ll be doing
Supper club meal
Hope will cook the first nights supper club, showcasing her passion for cooking seasonal dishes, all plant-based, and delicious! We’ll enjoy dinner in the courtyard with great local wine and get to know each other before the baking starts the next day.
Baking Masterclass
You’ll learn all about how to make the perfect sourdough loaves, learning the theory, troubleshooting, and lots of hands-on practice with the sourdough queen, Hope!
You’ll even get to take home your own sourdough starter to carry on your baking at home.
Riverside picnic
We’ll spend a relaxing afternoon by the river in a stunning local picnic spot. Indulge in a delicious picnic with the market goodies, along with your sourdough bakes!
Peruse a French market
We’ll head to the stunning 19th-century Angoulême market, which is packed with all the French goodies you could imagine. Here you can have lunch, and we’ll buy seasonal fresh produce for the next day’s picnic.
Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival & Supper Club Dinner
Settle into La Cour de Husson at your own pace, drop your bags and exhale. Day One begins with an evening arrival in the French countryside, where guests will settle in over a relaxed dinner cooked by Hope, filled with great food, wine, and conversation.
Day 2
The craft of baking & relaxed French markets
The second day is your introduction to sourdough. In the morning, after an al fresco breakfast, you’ll get started on sourdough making by feeding your starters and understanding fermentation.
We’ll then head to a local market to explore and shop, with free time to have lunch.
In the afternoon, you’ll explore the craft of sourdough baking in depth by shaping, baking, and perfecting each loaf. It will be hands-on and immersive, with time to experiment and learn, helped by Hope’s expert guidance.
Relax in the evening over a delicious 3 course dinner, served family-style in the courtyard.
Day 3
Picnics and enjoying the fruits of your labour
A relaxed breakfast will be served, and then day two of sourdough making begins! The scent of freshly baked bread will fill the air as you’ll learn all the tips and tricks needed to bake the perfect loaf to go home and impress all your friends with!
After a morning of baking, you’ll head to a beautiful nearby river spot for a sun-drenched picnic lunch to accompany your baked goodies.
In the afternoon, you’ll have free time to enjoy the pool or check out some of the local sights/activities. Dinner will then be served for the last relaxing evening over a few glasses of local wines.
Day 4
Goodbyes
Following a relaxed breakfast, we say our goodbyes, though we hope it’s only an à bientôt until we meet again on another foodie holiday in France!
Day 1
Arrival & Supper Club Dinner
Settle into La Cour de Husson at your own pace, drop your bags and exhale. Day One begins with an evening arrival in the French countryside, where guests will settle in over a relaxed dinner cooked by Hope, filled with great food, wine, and conversation.
Day 2
The craft of baking & relaxed French markets
The second day is your introduction to sourdough. In the morning, after an al fresco breakfast, you’ll get started on sourdough making by feeding your starters and understanding fermentation.
We’ll then head to a local market to explore and shop, with free time to have lunch.
In the afternoon, you’ll explore the craft of sourdough baking in depth by shaping, baking, and perfecting each loaf. It will be hands-on and immersive, with time to experiment and learn, helped by Hope’s expert guidance.
Relax in the evening over a delicious 3 course dinner, served family-style in the courtyard.
Day 3
Picnics and enjoying the fruits of your labour
A relaxed breakfast will be served, and then day two of sourdough making begins! The scent of freshly baked bread will fill the air as you’ll learn all the tips and tricks needed to bake the perfect loaf to go home and impress all your friends with!
After a morning of baking, you’ll head to a beautiful nearby river spot for a sun-drenched picnic lunch to accompany your baked goodies.
In the afternoon, you’ll have free time to enjoy the pool or check out some of the local sights/activities. Dinner will then be served for the last relaxing evening over a few glasses of local wines.
Day 4
Goodbyes
Following a relaxed breakfast, we say our goodbyes, though we hope it’s only an à bientôt until we meet again on another foodie holiday in France!
Your baking teacher
Hope (Toast With Hope) is a food creator with a deep love for sourdough, simple cooking, and making the most of what’s already in your kitchen. After spending the last four years obsessively perfecting the art of sourdough, she now shares a more relaxed, intuitive approach to baking – one that’s rooted in joy rather than rules.
Alongside bread, her second great passion is reducing food waste and inspiring people to cook creatively with what they already have at home. Her philosophy is simple: leftovers can be beautiful, baking doesn’t have to be intimidating, and you don’t always need a recipe – just a good idea, a little confidence, and a love of good food.
Through workshops, recipes, and storytelling, she encourages people to slow down, get their hands messy, and reconnect with food in a way that feels nourishing, fun, and deeply human.
Accommodation
La Cour de Husson is nestled in the beautiful rolling fields and cognac vineyards of The Charente. Guests will stay in two newly renovated self-contained gîtes (holiday cottages). Please see the prices section for more details on room setup.
The Gardens
The Rooms
Meals
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner throughout the weekend will be provided, except for lunch in Angoulême market, where you’ll be free to explore and try a multitude of French delicacies.
All meals are plant-based, homemade, and delicious! Breakfasts will be plentiful – think freshly baked sticky chocolate hazelnut babka, zingy masala beans, whipped creamy tofu with grilled oyster mushrooms from the village farm, and fresh seasonal fruits.
Dinners will be relaxed and feature exciting plant-based dishes, from tomato tartare, to seasonal tarts, and charred miso butter cabbage to crispy roasted potatoes smothered in vibrant salsa verde, and so much more.
Indulge your sweet tooth with homemade desserts featuring fruits from our garden, decadent chocolate pots, and our take on a French classic – Café Gourmand.
Take a look at the images below to get an idea of what will be on offer.
What our guests say
I went to La Cour de Husson for an art retreat they hosted. It was a wonderful experience! Jen and Nick were wonderful hosts! They were incredibly helpful during both the planning of the trip and during the retreat itself. All the meals they prepared were delicious! The gites were lovely and comfortable and quite frankly giving me interior design ideas (if I can somehow recreate the feeling of living in a cottage in the French countryside at home). Highly recommend it!
If you want to feel completely looked after and cared for, this is the place to be. From the very beginning, Jen and Nick could not have been more warm and welcoming, meaning we could truly relax and enjoy our escape to the stunning French countryside.
Everything about our stay was perfect. The interior is beautifully designed and well thought through. You can tell the hosts have poured their hearts into renovating the gîtes to an exemplary standard.
The food was absolutely exquisite – every meal featured a beautiful and generous selection of inventive dishes using fresh ingredients, many of which were sourced from the neighbouring area. So not only are Jen and Nick the friendliest hosts you could wish for, but they are incredibly talented in the kitchen too.
We spent much of our trip plotting our return – we can’t wait to come back with our families to show off this gem we are so pleased to have discovered.
La Cour de Husson is such a beautiful place to stay! I was there for an art retreat and absolutely loved my time there. The gites were very well renovated and very comfortable (I’d love to live there) and the public space and landscape was so beautiful and picturesque. As part of the retreat we got three meals each day and the food was absolutely incredible. Nick and Jen are the nicest people ever and they were amazing hosts. Plus, they have an adorable pup! I would absolutely stay again and recommend to anyone.
My stay at La Cour De Husson was a wonderful experience. Nick and Jen are great hosts, very helpful and friendly and was their adorable pup Betty.
The gites are a delight, tastefully decorated and full of charm. The vegan food they prepared for our stay (art retreat) was delicious. I am looking forward to returning soon.
Prices
● Limited to 9 places
● Payment plan available
Double Room
€899 pp
€1798 per room based on 2 people sharing a double room
Sourdough baking masterclass
Supper club by Hope
3 nights accommodation
Full board
Large double room
Shared bathroom
Must be booked for 2 people
Single Room
€1200
Have a double room to yourself
Sourdough baking masterclass
Supper club by Hope
3 nights accommodation
Full board
Smaller double room
Shared bathroom
Twin Room
€899 pp
€1798 per room based on 2 people sharing
Sourdough baking masterclass
Supper club by Hope
3 nights accommodation
Full board
2 single beds, perfect for bringing a friend
En-suite bathroom
Must be booked for 2 people
Reserve your place
To give you the most flexibility, you can choose to either pay in full or a pay a deposit of €200pp now and the remainder in 2 installments*.
Please select from the options below on how you would like to pay.
*After the deposit, the 2 installments will be due on the 9th of April 2026 & 4th of July 2026 respectively. 50% of the remainder per installment.
FAQs
How do I get there?
Depending on where you’re traveling from you can fly into the following airports:
Poitiers – 50 minute drive
Limoges – 1 hour 20 minute drive
La Rochelle – 1 hour 45 minute drive
Bordeaux – 2 hours drive
If you are travelling by train our local main station is Angoulême (there are direct trains to Paris & Bordeaux from here)
You can pick up car hire from all of the airports and train stations as there is no public transport beyond these locations.
Travel to and from the weekend is not included and is the responsibility of the guest. We highly recommend hiring a car as we are in a very rural location and there are no Ubers or bolts, etc, and very few taxis.
Our address is: La Cour de Husson, 5 Route de Husson, 16140 Charmé, France
What do I have to bring with me?
All the equipment and ingredients needed for the course will be provided.
How do I get there?
Depending on where you’re traveling from you can fly into the following airports:
Poitiers – 50 minute drive
Limoges – 1 hour 20 minute drive
La Rochelle – 1 hour 45 minute drive
Bordeaux – 2 hours drive
If you are travelling by train our local main station is Angoulême (there are direct trains to Paris & Bordeaux from here)
You can pick up car hire from all of the airports and train stations as there is no public transport beyond these locations.
Travel to and from the retreat is not included and is the responsibility of the guest. We highly recommend hiring a car as we are in a very rural location and there are no Ubers or bolts, etc, and very few taxis.
Our address is: La Cour de Husson, 5 Route de Husson, 16140 Charmé, France
What do I have to bring with me?
All the equipment and ingredients needed for the course will be provided.
At La Cour de Husson you’ll find everything you could wish for—and much more. Hosts Jen and Nick are not only highly professional but also incredibly warm and attentive. From arrival to departure we were looked after in their stunning, eco-friendly estate. Natural materials are used throughout, the furniture is carefully chosen, the bedlinen is crisp cotton, and the mattresses are very comfortable.
The vegan food was delicious, made with top-quality ingredients and served in a beautiful, private setting. On warm evenings dinner was served outdoors beneath a sky full of stars. We attended an art retreat led by the renowned artist Carne Griffith, held in an open barn set in the expansive garden beside the swimming pool.
The surrounding countryside is wonderfully peaceful—perfect for a restful night’s sleep—and during the day you can enjoy long walks through the sunflower fields. I highly recommend La Cour de Husson for an exceptional stay. We plan to return soon.
Thank you, Jen and Nick, for a truly memorable experience!
The gites are a delight, tastefully decorated and full of charm. The vegan and gluten free food they prepared for our stay (art retreat) was delicious. I am looking forward to returning soon.
The welcome guide has lots of ideas for exploring the area and we enjoyed wandering around local villages and spending lots of time at the nearby river as well as a day trip to the coast.
As well as the included breakfasts we also arranged an evening meal and a picnic. All the meals were delicious and beautifully presented and really added to the overall experience. This was such a great option for a vegan holiday in the area, some lovely meals included, simple self catering in a very well supplied kitchen and lots of suggestions for eating out. Jen and Nick are such kind and welcoming hosts who provided lots of helpful suggestions. They have created a wonderful vegan experience that feels super relaxing and luxurious. I can't stop thinking about it and when we can go back!
The accommodation was beautiful, nestled in gentle sunflower and chickpea fields, with a lovely pool to cool off in under the warm sun. My gite was tasteful and spacious, and very stylish.
Ritchie's food was exceptional, with eight-course vegan tasting menus each evening, crafted with such skill and creativity, accompanied by flowing wine that brought everyone together in laughter and conversation. The cognac cocktails were the perfect touch to warm up our taste buds.
The other people on the course were so friendly and good fun, it felt like a gathering of old friends by the end. Everything was organised seamlessly, leaving me feeling inspired and like a right fatty fatty.
I look forward to returning.
I have not had the opportunity to stay with them but the friendly and honest reactions in our communications for sure makes me even more see the Cour de Husson with my own eyes.
Everything about our stay was perfect. The interior is beautifully designed and well thought through. The bedrooms and communal areas are modern without sacrificing a homely feeling. You can tell the hosts have poured their hearts into renovating the gîtes to an exemplary standard.
The rest of the property is equally stunning, with a lovely pool area as well as a cosy covered area lit by fairy lights.
The food was absolutely exquisite - every meal featured a beautiful and generous selection of inventive dishes using fresh ingredients, many of which were sourced from the neighbouring area. So not only are Jen and Nick the friendliest hosts you could wish for, but they are incredibly talented in the kitchen too.
We spent much of our trip plotting our return - we can't wait to come back with our families to show off this gem we are so pleased to have discovered.
home, days spent by the pool, epic scenery, even the weather was perfect. And homemade vegan ice cream, come on! Jen and Nick are super hosts and went above and beyond to help us have the best, most relaxed time. We are vegan gîte converts now and we're already counting the days until we return. Merci pour tout!
The grounds and house is absolutely stunning, with a huge garden, great pool, BBQ etc and set in lovely fields. Very quiet, relaxing area but with plenty to do nearby. The hosts are super nice and accommodating. The vegan breakfast was a highlight also.
Loved our stay there and would certainly come again.
I was personally after a trip where I was able to switch off and relax, but also be able to explore a bit of this fairytale part of France - and this stay really delivered! We were able to find real peace chilling out in the gîte, but also enjoyed fun days out cognac tasting, exploring local towns, eating cake in local villages, going for evening walks through the fields and even visited some historical sites and museums (thanks to Jen & Nick's amazing recommendations!) I honestly barely had to use my brain the whole time - and had no idea how much I needed that!
I cannot recommend La Cour de Husson enough - and can't thank Jen & Nick enough for being such brilliant hosts. We will absolutely be back!
Thank you for the best stay- we will 100% be returning!
Although Jen & Nick were around if needed it was such a private little haven, honestly I could have just stayed there the whole time and been extremely happy! I read on my private terrace for hours with a beautiful local wine that my lovely hosts suggested I try. However, there are some lovely places to see nearby and there is a book of things you can do too in the gite which I found really handy.
The vegan breakfast was also divine!! It was so delicious, among other things I tried Jens vegan cinnamon buns. For all my fellow vegans out there, just come for those alone! Next time I also want to try the vegan picnic hamper that you can organise via the hosts too.
Without a doubt I will definitely be coming back here again. I felt so comfortable and at home, and there is still so much I would like to do. I genuinely feel like I had a luxury break away from the madness of London.
Thank you so much to Jen & Nick, I hope to see you again next year!!
The surroundings are beautiful and lovely towns and villages to go to.
Jen and Nick made our holiday unforgettable, for so many reasons. And we also love the vegan life.
We hope to visit them again and enjoy everything they have to offer.
And the swimming pool is the best we had in years.
Nick & Jane are high-quality hosts who go out of their way to offer you a very high standard of stay (special mention for vegans, who will appreciate the efforts of adapted breakfasts).
The lodgings are extremely comfortable, perfectly equipped, and decorated with great taste, in a rustic and modern mix which totally preserves the authenticity of the atmosphere.
The place is in a hamlet which adjoins a medieval village with many shops (including a very practical grocery store / tobacconist), and 10 minutes from a town which offers all amenities.
The ideal place to visit a region that never ceases to surprise us, for its tranquility, its immediate nature, its historical heritage and even its proximity to the ocean!
Thanks again !
Nestled between cognac vines and sunflower fields is a beautiful relaxing place. La Cour de Hudson. Our hosts welcomed us with a delicious vegan dinner and couldn’t have been more welcoming.
The gite is surrounded by local markets and farm shops. A treasure trove for a foodie like me.
The accommodation itself is sparkling; beautifully decorated and every night was like sleeping in cotton wool. We couldn’t have asked for more than an everyday refreshing swim in the clear blue pool before drinks in the courtyard.
Nick and Jen were perfect hosts and knew best recommendations.
I’ll definitely be returning !
Nic and Jen went above and beyond to make our stay perfect !
Will definitely be returning
The Gite is stylish, tasteful, and simple yet chic, with every convenience. I even had my own private little courtyard - perfect for coffee and croissant in the mornings after a sublime morning dip in the crescent shaped pool!
The wonderfully comfortable beds with gorgeous crisp, white linen ensured a great nights sleep in this haven of peace and tranquility.
Jen and Nick are lovely: perfect hosts, discrete yet on hand when needed. They have done an amazing job of bringing this wonderful old building back to life.
Thank you for a really enjoyable stay!
Top tip: try the delicious vegan breakfast served in the courtyard - I'm now a convert to vegan cuisine.
What we all loved about staying here is that it felt like no detail was left unnoticed. The gite had everything we needed and was decorated so tastefully-it's the perfect combo of feeling "homey" and also like a hotel. There were fresh flowers and a great welcoming basket of snacks (chocolate, chips, Lotus cookies, cake), all excellent quality, when we arrived. Then we had beautiful breakfast spreads every morning -fresh baguettes, homemade cinnamon rolls, overnight oats, preserves, orange juice, chia yogurt cups, homemade granola-a different combo of the above, each day. They had coffee and tea and options for all: French press, espresso maker, and Italian coffee maker, and non dairy milk. All of it was tasty and we really looked forward to the breakfast every morning.
The rooms are spacious with cute decor and we had plenty of space. We loved the big tub in one of the bathrooms (and plenty of hot water for baths!!!!), and the aromatherapy soap was a nice touch:)
The setting doesn't get more beautiful. It overlooks the countryside, and there is a ton of outdoor space. There's an area to barbecue, including a full-sized grill and table. There's an area to hangout on the hammock and read a book. There's an area for lounging at the beautiful, clear blue pool. It's all so peaceful and picturesque. It's a dream switch up for us city people-all the amenities but in nature!
Jen and Nick, the owners were the most hospitable and gracious, hosts. They left no stone unturned inside the gite and with the meals. They also were super helpful with info and recommendations on what to do in the area, where to eat, and just made us feel at home and comfortable. We went to a local cake and flower shop that they recommended as well as a Cognac tour, about 45 minutes away and enjoyed both. We loved staying here and plan to come back whenever we next visit France.
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