La Couronne - "Footsteps of Julia Child"

La Couronne - "Footsteps of Julia Child"

Rouen, Normandy - Table
06 December 2025 at 01:30 PM

In 1948, a young Julia Child, fresh off the boat sat down to her first meal in France. It was at La Couronne — oysters, sole meunière, a bottle of white Burgundy, and a revelation that would change her life and the course of modern cooking. Such is the power of a great meal.

Join us this December as we pay homage the late great Julia Child with a pilgrimage to the place and very meal that began it all.

Set within La Couronne — France’s oldest inn, established in 1345 — this experience celebrates the timeless romance of French gastronomy: butter, wine, laughter, and the spark of discovery. 

An intimate long-table luncheon in Rouen, Normandy, inspired by the moment Julia discovered what it truly means to eat in France.

Rouen is 90 minutes train from Central Paris. Paris-based guests will be invited to day trip with us and travel together should they wish. Return train travel not included in your ticket. 

Menu is 4 courses incl coffee & petit fours. Choose ala carte or the exact Julia Child "Sole Meuniere" menu. Wine not included. 

FAQ

Purchase Policy

Due to the nature of our "Table" events, all sales are final and non-refundable. If you’re unable to attend, your booking may be transferred to another guest — simply let us know their details at least 24 hours in advance at reservations (at) seatalatable dot com, or ask them to provide your name upon arrival.

Please note that transferring funds for your seats remains the responsibility of the original purchaser.

In the rare event that we must postpone due to circumstances beyond our control, your booking will be automatically honoured for the rescheduled date.

To read our complete terms of purchase, please visit:- Terms of Purchase

Who Attends

The Seat at the Table community is diverse but all share one quality: a natural curiosity and a nose for fun! Fellow discerning lovers of French wine & gastronomy, you will be joined by a small hand-picked group of the most “interested and interesting” people you’ll have met in some time!

Trust us on that one…

Language

The "Table"and Ëpicurean Adventures" will be bi-lingual English & French, predominantly in English.

Dietaries

  • Please let us know upon booking and we will make the appropriate accommodations.

Payment Plan

If you’d like to discuss a payment plan, please inbox us or email us direct to reservations at seatalatable dot com

Travel Insurance

We strongly recommend all guests purchase travel insurance prior to departure.

Cancellations & Refunds

  • Please note that tickets for our Epicurean Adventures are non-refundable. These are once-in-a-lifetime experiences that require substantial upfront planning and investment as soon as you secure your spot.
  • To confirm your place, a non-refundable 50% reservation fee is required at the time of purchase. The remaining balance is due four months before the tour's start date. If the final payment is not received within two weeks of the due date, your reservation will be cancelled, and your spot will be made available to other guests.
  • Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we prepare an unforgettable journey for you.

Transfers

If you are unable to attend, you are able to transfer your ticket(s) to someone else. Be sure to let us know.

Force Majeure

  • The Epicurean Adventure will proceed regardless of weather conditions—rain, hail, or shine. Our experiences are designed to adapt to the elements, ensuring a memorable journey no matter the forecast. However, in the rare event of an Act of God—such as extreme weather, natural disasters, or other unforeseeable circumstances beyond our control—that prevents the tour from taking place, we reserve the right to cancel the experience.
  • In such an instance, guests will be refunded in full for any payments made to Seat at the Table at the time of cancellation. Please note that any additional expenses incurred by guests, such as travel or accommodation costs outside of the tour, are not covered by this refund policy.
  • We appreciate your understanding and flexibility, as our primary goal is to ensure the safety and enjoyment of all participants while delivering an exceptional adventure.

T&Cs

See our full T&Cs here.

Regular price €79 /Per Seat
Sale price €79 /Per Seat Regular price /Per Seat