What is a good culinary summer program in France or Italy?

I am looking for a summer abroad program in france for cheap i am 16 this summer?

• I live in california and i love french culture i want to spend the summer there without parents this upcoming summer i have really good grades and my parents are inda chap any good ...show more

• Answer:

  Just to give you an idea, I estimate that for everyday expenses, you can live on 700 euro/month (about $900) in central Paris (transportation 20-60, food 200 (only grocery-bought), housing 400 (apt share), entertainment 50), possibly much less if you find cheap accommodations. Anywhere other than Paris will be cheaper. The entertainment budget is so low because there are alot of fun, free things to do, free or reduced admission for students under 26. This is esp. true in Paris because of its wealth of culture and attractions. The most expensive items in your budget will be the study program, the plane ticket, and accommodations, which likely will be arranged through the program, given you're under 18. I know this isn't what you were looking for, but I didn't want you to dispair over the cost. :) Hope you have a good summer here!