Mississippi Delta Culinary Getaway...Cooking Vacations...Culinary Getaways...Cooking Classes!

PRICE PER PERSON - $695

The Mississippi Delta is a food lover's paradise, a veritable melting pot of culinary traditions brought by the African-Americans, Italians, Chinese and Lebanese who along with northern European settlers populated this land. Adventures through the Delta can lead you to discover everything from fried catfish dishes to the region's famous homemade hot tamales to some of the best fine dining to be had.

Experience the rich culture and heritage of the Delta through its vast offerings of cultural attractions. Civil War artifacts, Indian mounds, juke joints, Blues museums, plantation homes, literary collections and Kermit the Frog are all at your fingertips. Leave the beaten path to view the many miles of cotton, soybean and corn fields along with the thousands of unlikely ponds where a majority of the world's catfish is raised. And don't forget the mighty Mississippi River which shaped and continues to shape this magic, mysterious land.

ACCOMMODATIONS
The resort's guestrooms are a clear expression of the Mississippi Delta. The colors and textures of Delta earth, foliage and sky were the inspiration in designing their rooms. All spaces incorporate custom designed furnishings and accessories. Pampering at the hotel begins with irresistible amenities including nightly turndown service, Mario Russo bath and body products, oversized marble bathrooms, plush bed and bath linens, and an award winning art collection by Mississippi artists.

FINE DINING - GIARDINA'S
Giardina's, one of the Mississippi Delta's most historic restaurants, was founded in 1936 by Joseph Giardina, in Greenwood, Mississippi. A unique blend of sophistication and warmth, Giardina's is the perfect setting for any event. Seating consists of fourteen private booths and the large dining room opens onto a beautiful courtyard. The restaurant's interior space and state-of-the-art kitchen were designed by world-renowned architects. Considerable effort was made to retain the character and charm of the original Giardina's, but the white tablecloths, fine crystal and premium Viking cutlery add the feeling of elegance one would expect from a fine dining restaurant in a large metropolitan area.

BB KING MUSEUM AND DELTA INTERPRETIVE CENTER
The B.B. King Museum in King's hometown of Indianola, MS, explores King's 60-plus year career through the presentation of Mr. King's personal papers, materials, and objects from his life and work, along with cutting edge multi-media and film.

The museum is designed so that visitors will experience chronologically the periods in B.B. King's life in the larger context of a changing world, moving through an interactive environment that is visually stimulating and full of music.

A TASTE OF ITALY AND CLASSIC STEAKHOUSE COOKING CLASSES
Entertain with a menu that is simple to make, Italian in nature and great for serving guests. You'll have so much fun cooking up lavish Italian fare, you won't even realize you're learning.

Nothing is more comforting than juicy steaks and decadent side dishes from our beloved American steakhouses. With this elegant, Sinatra-esque steakhouse menu, familiar dishes are redefined to include deliciously unexpected presentations. Enjoy the pleasures of good food, good wine and good company while creating classic steakhouse recipes with a contemporary twist.

Note: Class themes are subject to change depending on the dates chosen. You will be provided information on specific classes at the time of your reservation or inquiry.

THE ALLUVIAN SPA
The Alluvian Spa is a 7,000-square-foot luxury spa located in the heart of the Mississippi Delta. It offers a complete menu of treatments including face and body care, massage therapy, therapeutic baths, hand and foot care, and cosmetic and hair services. The spa pampers guests even further with indigenous treatments and its signature Sweet Tea services. The Alluvian Spa is dedicated to rejuvenating both body and soul, providing a premium spa visit and a relaxing Delta experience.