Welding Supplies from IOC Homepage
"At Home Lavender Soap Making Kit" |
"Have you ever wanted to create your own soap? With this at-home kit, you can safely and easily hand-craft your very own lavender soap loaf from vegan, organic ingredients! Your personal, handmade creation will smell amazing, look lovely and add a touch of luxury to bath time. Keep it all for yourself, or divide it into bars to give as gifts for family and friends!Your lavender soap loaf making experience will begin when your organic soap kit arrives at your door. Pick a time that suits you and settle in to begin crafting your creation. In your kit, you’ll find all the ingredients you’ll need, plus step-by-step instructions, so all you have to do is follow along and you’ll soon have made your own personal luxury product. Your soap making kit contains a soap base which has been ready-made for you, leaving you to create your own blend of colour, fragrance and decorative ingredients. You’ll also find organic cocoa butter to enrich the soap with moisture and improve the elasticity of the skin, dried botanicals, a selection of fragrances and colours, plus gloves and a soap loaf mould. When you’ve finished, you’ll have your own organic lavender soap loaf!This lavender soap loaf making kit is the perfect stay-at-home gift for those who love to pamper themselves, and would make a great addition to a cosy night in! "
Price: 25 |
"At Home Mascara Making Experience" |
"Have you ever wanted to make your own cosmetics? With this at-home mascara making experience, you can safely and easily hand-craft your own organic, vegan mascara in a colour of your choice. Your at-home experience will begin when the organic mascara making kit arrives at your door. In your kit, you’ll find all the ingredients you’ll need, plus step-by-step instructions, so all you have to do is follow along and you’ll soon have made your own personal mascara from scratch. Your mascara kit contains organic oils to nourish and condition your lashes, plus a stylish and eco-friendly 6ml bamboo container to hold the finished product. You’ll also receive your choice of colour for your hand-made mascara (classic black, subtle brown or steel grey) plus a welcome note with instructions on how to book your workshop slot. Pick a time that suits you, and settle in to begin crafting your creation. Your will meet with your experienced instructor over an online video feed, and craft your mascara under expert instructions, ending with perfect results! This vegan mascara making kit is the perfect stay-at-home gift for makeup lovers, and would make a great addition to a cosy night in! "
Price: 20 |
"3 Hour Fencing Lesson In London" |
"Combat Sports Experience Days: This ther hour fencing lesson in London is a fantastic introduction to an ancient and highly enjoyable sport! You will learn the basics of fencing from a qualified instructor over the space of one afternoon, getting a really thorough introduction to the sport. Fencing is a fascinating sport that requires intense focus, fast reactions and lightning speed, and it's a great way to get fit and have fun. It's been described as a sporting version of chess, requiring you to be one step ahead of your opponent and always anticipating their next move. The fencing club in London has both competitive fencers and people who just want to learn a little bit about this 'sport of kings', meet new people, and have a good time.This fencing lesson is the real thing, and you will learn to fence using proper metal Olympic-style equipment rather than plastic imitations. The instructors at the London fencing club are all qualified and highly experienced, and will teach you the important footwork and hand positions to get you fighting in style. Towards the end of the three hour fencing introduction, you and the rest of the group will engage in a fast-paced, high-action duel; there's nothing like a little healthy competition to put your new skills to the test! So if you've ever fancied yourself as a bit of a musketeer, wanted to fight like Zorro, or take on the world like Inigo Montoya, why not try this wonderful three hour beginners fencing class in London? En garde!"
Price: 85 |
"Adult Entry to ZSL Whipsnade Zoo in Bedfordshire" |
"Experience Days In London: If you are looking for a unique gift for an animal lover, or
just want to find an exceptional activity that you can enjoy with
friends during a fun day out, look no further than this superb ZSL
Whipsnade Zoo Experience!
Set in over 600 acres of beautiful parkland, ZSL Whipsnade Zoo is
home to more than 2,500 animals and offers visitors a hugely
enjoyable experience they will remember for years to come!
Whipsnade Zoo is known for spearheading conservation and breeding
activities, and there are daily shows featuring sea lions, red
pandas and exotic birds, as well plenty going on at the fascinating
Discovery Centre. Forget previous zoo experiences, as this really
is something different; you can ride through wild animal territory
on the Jumbo Express steam train (seasonal), park your car at
designated spots around the park or see animals up close from the
safari bus or on foot. For those wanting to add a more ‘hands-on’
experience to their trip, ZSL Whipsnade Zoo offers you the chance
to be a keeper for the day, where you can help out with routine
tasks and care for the animals! There are daily activities and
feedings to see and to get involved in for free during your day,
and plenty of great chances to get up close and personal with
unique, rare and beautiful creatures!
So, whether you want to enjoy this experience yourself or would
rather treat a friend to an extra special experience gift they
won't forget, nothing about this superb activity will
disappoint."
Price: 21 |
"Afternoon Tea Cruise on the Thames for Two" |
"Afternoon Tea Experience Days: Afternoon tea is a long standing tradition in England. So, what
could be more fitting than enjoying a delicious afternoon tea as
you take in London's famous sights by boat? This 90 minute City
Cruises experience leaves from Tower Pier, before sailing up and
down the Thames, where you can take in London's landmarks from a
unique perspective.
Whilst you cruise along the river, your tea will be served with
scones, cakes, and finger sandwiches. If you fancy some additional
luxury, you can also purchase a glass of Prosecco or Champagne alongside your
meal , a great way to see London in style.
Once you have finished your afternoon tea, you are free to wonder
to the upper deck where you can take in London's sights from 360
degrees. Your cruise will take you past many of the attractions
London is best known for, including The London Eye, Canary Wharf
and the latest addition, the Shard.
So, if you are after a relaxing way to see the capital in
traditional English style, the City Cruises Tea Cruise is the
experience for you."
Price: 70 |
"Afternoon Tea For Two At The Riverside Hotel" |
"Afternoon Tea Experience Days: Relax and unwind with the Afternoon Tea For Two at Riverside Hotel experience, the perfect setting for enjoying delectable Welsh treats and taking in the breathtaking Betws-y-Coed scenery. To give it its proper name, the Craig-y-Dderwen Riverside Hotel was built in 1890 and is situated in an enviable location in Snowdonia National Park. Travelling a short distance down a private driveway, you'll catch your first glance of the magestic hotel, positioned with views of the lush Conwy Valley, adjacent to the sparkling waters of the River Conwy. The hotel boasts sixteen acres of private gardens, just waiting to be explored at your leisure. Heading into the four-star establishment, you have the choice of dining in the restaurant, cosying up in an armchair in the lounge, or heading outside to enjoy the sunshine. Once you've chosen your desired afternoon tea spot, the staff will commence with the tea, ensuring your every need is catered for. Being a privately owned hotel, the staff are trained with exceptionally high levels of courtesy and service, meaning guests are safe in the knowledge they are in good hands. The afternoon tea will include a number of traditional Welsh cakes such as Bara Brith, as well as open-sandwiches on delicious flavoured breads, scones with cream and jam, and a variety of cakes, all homemade. To quench your thirst, guests can choose from a selection of speciality teas and coffees. This experience makes a glorious afternoon out with a friend or relative, great for those who enjoy traditional Welsh food and relaxing in the beautiful Conwy Valley landscape. A truly magnificent gift to share with a loved one."
Price: 35 |
"Afternoon Tea For Two At Yew Lodge Hotel Derby" |
"Afternoon Tea Experience Days: This Afternoon Tea For Two at the Yew Lodge Hotel in Derby is a lovely way to spend an afternoon with a loved one! There are very few experiences as delightful, indulgent, and quintessentially English as a delicious afternoon experience. The Yew Lodge Hotel in Derby is a charming hotel, and a lovely place to unwind and take it easy. Just a short drive from Nottingham, Leicester, and Derby, it offers a pleasant little getaway for anyone who needs to take a little time out for tea! With this afternoon tea experience, which can be booked all year round, you and a lucky companion will sit in a gently bustling lounge and enjoy a variety of delectable treats, all washed down with lashings of tea or coffee! The Yew Lodge afternoon tea menu includes a selection of delightful finger sandwiches (smoked salmon and cream cheese, cucumber, and ham and mustard), delicious homemade cakes, and the all-important afternoon tea must-have; homemade scones with clotted cream and jam! So if you are looking for a delightful afternoon in Derbyshire for you and a friend, or a gift for someone who really deserves an afternoon of pure pleasure, this Yew Lodge Hotel afternoon tea experience is sure to satisfy!"
Price: 30 |
"Alpaca Trekking in Kent" |
"Animal Experience Days: The Alpaca Trekking Experience in Kent is a fantastic and
enjoyable experience that all the family can enjoy: wander through
the beautiful Kent countryside and enjoy sensational views of the
Romney Marsh, the dykes and the wonderful farmland. During this
superb experience, you will enjoy a unique time with the alpacas,
which make the perfect partner for a lovely country trek. These
gentle creatures are halter-trained, sensitive and curious, and you
will have a great time leading them around - and they will have
just as much fun as you do! You will be lead by a personal guide
and walk at a leisurely pace, so everyone will be able keep up and
you'll have plenty of time to stop and admire the scenery. Specific
trek routes can be tailored to your requirements, if requested at
the time of booking.
The Alpaca Trekking Experience in Kent will begin on arrival at
Haguelands Farm near Romney Marsh, Kent, where you will be welcomed
and given a talk on the alpacas and the trek. You will then meet
the alpacas and begin your trek around the Romney Marsh area
farmland and countryside. The walk itself will take about 1 ½ hours
before you arrive back at the farm. This is an enjoyable and
relaxing outdoor activity, it's a unique experience to enjoy with
friends or family and also makes a superb experience gift for an
animal lover! Enjoy!"
Price: 25 |
"Asian Vegetarian Cooking Lesson In London" |
"Cooking Experience Days: This London cooking lesson is a fun and tasty half day class in
cooking authentic, vegetarian Asian cuisine. Whether you are a
vegetarian who is looking for some inspiration, or an omnivore who
just wants to add to their cooking skills, this fun and informative
vegetarian cooking lesson will give you plenty to chew on!
You'll begin the cooking lesson with an introduction to the day and
a run through of the various flavours and ingredients you will be
usig to create your dishes. Then, it's time to hit your cooking
station as you create a range of sumptuous and unusual vegetarian
dishes, guided throughout by your 'Le Cordon Bleu' trained
chef-instructor! Throughout the three hour cooking class, you will
make a number of dishes, including Vietnamese fresh spring rolls;
miso aubergine; Chinese 5 spice tofu with soy dipping sauce; glass
noodle salad with edamame and peanut; and a delicious mango and
chilli creme brulee. These diverse and delicious dishes will teach
you to marry flavours together in interesting ways - and with
tantalising results!
You'll learn some useful new tricks, tips and techniques throughout
the day that you'll take back with you to your own kitchen. At the
end of the cooking class, you will sit down and relax and enjoy the
wonderful vegetarian fare you have created during the day,
accompanied by a few glasses of wine."
Price: 110 |
"Brighton Bubbly Private Walking Tour For 2" |
"Experience Days Tours: Get off the beaten Brighton track, with this fun and informative
walking tour for two. Wander around beautiful Brighton with your
knowledgeable and professional guide, hearing some of the city's
strangest secrets and stories along the way!
The Brighton walking tour is a fantastic experience for anyone to
enjoy, from Brighton tourists and day-trippers to born and bred
Brightonians. Your tour guide is a comedy performer, so you can
expect plenty of laughter as you make your way around the little
city - but he also has a true love and passion for Brighton and all
of it's eccentricities, and this passion shines through during your
tour. Amongst the jokes and funny stories you can expect some
really poignant tales, and you will learn plenty of lesser-known
nuggets of Brighton knowledge. Hear about how a rebellious prince
made Brighton his party town, learn about the birth of the Body
Shop (and why it is painted green), and see the place where Abba
became international superstars! This tour takes you a little more
'behind the scenes' in Brighton, giving you a totally fresh
perspective on this special city by the sea. Your tour will finish
off with a glass of cool, crisp cava, in the guide’s favourite
secret bar.
A great gift for anyone who might like to see Brighton in a whole
new light, and a fun way for Brightonians to re-explore their
hometown, this walking tour of Brighton for two people is as
fascinating as it is funny!"
Price: 60 |
"Brighton Chocolate Making Workshop" |
"Chocolate Experience Days: Learn to make chocolate truffles and more, with this fun,
creative, and delicious chocolate making workshop in Brighton! This
is a 2 hour chocolate experience, during which you will learn to
make different types of chocolate treats, and get a fascinating
insight into the chocolate making process from the cacao
plantations to the shop displays.
Your experience begins at the workshop with a welcome and an
introduction to the experience. You will watch a chocolate making
demonstration, complete with stories and facts about chocolate and
chocolate making, told by the master chocolatiers. Guests will then
taste test chocolate to discern what makes a high quality
chocolate. Then it's time to get hands-on, as you roll up your
sleeves and make a giant chocolate button, which you can get really
creative with and decorate however you like.
Next up, you'll use a silky, glossy chocolate ganache,bowls of
melted organic chocolate and, dark chocolate fudge, as well as
decorations such as strawberry curls, white chocolate flakes and
honeycomb to create rich, smooth and delicious handmade chocolate
truffles that will melt in your mouth. The master chocolatiers will
be on hand throughout your chocolate making class to help you
through any tricky bits you encounter, and you will be given pretty
bags with ribbon-ties to tke home your truffles at the end of the
day, so you can share your creative genius with lucky friends and
family! The perfect gift idea for anyone with a sweet tooth and a
creative streak!"
Price: 55 |
"Bristol Zoo - Junior Keeper Experience" |
"Animal Experience Days: A day at the award winning Bristol Zoo is a great day out, but
what would make it even better? Being able to interact and get up
close to the animals yourself! With the Junior Keeper experience,
your little monnkeys will be able to do just that!
During the action packed time at the Zoo, your little will be
able to experience a 2 hour one to one special session with a
keeper where you will learn the four most important and exciting
areas of zoo keeping. They will discover all that is in involved in
animal enrichment, the best and most convenient way of
housekeeping, how to prepare the animals food and most importantly,
they will get a chance to feed the animals themselves! At the end
of their experience, your little one will leave Bristol Zoo with
complimentary souvenir gifts including a t-shirt and certificate,
so that they never forget their day as a Zoo Keeper.
So, if you are looking for a gift for an animal loving, special
little someone in your life, then look no further! This is an ideal
gift for those that a Meerkat mad, lovers of Limas or passionate
about Penguins!
Please note this experience is fully booked until
November 2018."
Price: 175 |
"Bristol Zoo - Keeper for a Day" |
"Animal Experience Days: Ever wondered how a zoo keeper spends their day? The Bristol Zoo Keeper for a Day experience is the perfect day out for any animal lovers, and is a great chance to find out more about exactly what is involved in caring for the animals at the award winning Bristol Zoo. Throughout the day, you will have the chance to get up-close and personal with some of the 400 species at Bristol Zoo. Feeding, cleaning and animal enrichment will feature throughout the day, and your Zoo Keeper experience will see you work in four primary and varied settings. Your day will include working in the Bristol Zoo ectotherm, where you will be shown how to care for the animals in the aquarium, the reptiles, the Butterfly Forest and Bug World. At the Presentations setting, you will meet the fur seals which call Bristol Zoo their home. Another one of the settings will have you interacting with the primates, where you will be able to observe first-hand many of the behavioural similarities we share with other primate species. During your time with the mammals, you will also visit Zona Brazil, where many species from the threatened rainforests of Brazil are kept, including Goeldi monkeys. Bristol Zoo Birds is another one of the exciting settings of your day, where you will be given the opportunity to feed the penguins, interact with all the birds on site, and explore the animal food stores. This unique experience will not see you walk home empty handed either. Before finishing your day as a Zoo Keeper, you will be given souvenir gifts, including a specially designed fleece, guidebook and a complimentary guest ticket for Bristol Zoo, valid for a friend or family member on the day of your experience. So, if you have ever found yourself wondering what it takes to be a Zoo Keeper, or would simply like the opportunity to get up-close with the animals of Bristol Zoo, this experience is not one to miss!"
Price: 250 |
"Cakes and Pastries Baking Class In Kent" |
"Cooking Experience Days: Learn to make sweet treats and perfect pastries with this full
day cakes and pastry baking class in Kent. Learning to make good
pastry is a cornerstone of good cooking, and with the added ability
to make excellent cakes, you'll soon be the most popular member of
the household!
The day of baking begins in the morning with a cup of tea or coffee
and a chat, where you will be introduced to the day and meet the
professional chef who will be imparting their baking wisdom to you
over the course of the day. The chef who runs the school has been
cooking professionally, and teaching both beginners and advanced
cooks, for over 25 years, so you are in good hands. You'll make a
range of different desserts during the day, learning the tricks of
the trade to ensure you get the perfect crumbly pastry and the
lightest, moistest cakes every time. You'll know what common
mistakes to avoid, and get to grips with some baking basics that
you can adapt and play around with back in your own kitchen. For
lunch, you'll get to eat some of the wonderful food you have
created during the day, accompanied with either a beer, a glass of
wine, or a soft drink. The specific menu of cakes and pastries
you'll be learning to bake varies, but you can expect to have some
real crowd-pleasing new recipes under your belt by the end of your
day of baking and will leave with a delicious spread of 8-10 cakes
to take home!
So if you want to learn to bake in a fun and informal environment,
or you're looking for a really fantastic gift for someone who loves
to bake and spend time in the kitchen, then why not try this
fantastic full day baking class in Kent?"
Price: 95 |
"Canterbury Ghost Tour for Two People" |
"Experience Days Tours: If you are looking for an extra special experience gift for a friend with an interest in the paranormal, or you're just looking for a fun and unique way to spend the evening with a loved one, then you can't get much better than this superb Canterbury Ghost Tour for two people! As one of Britain's oldest and most important cities, Canterbury has a rich and varied history... and if you're looking for some sinister tales that you won't forget in a hurry, then you certainly won't be disappointed with this great tour! This fun and incredibly spooky experience is your chance to uncover Canterbury's dark side with a hugely enjoyable ghost tour, which is the perfect combination of history, humour and, of course, haunting. Led by an extremely knowledgable guide who is also an award-winning ghost hunter, you will learn all about the mysterious tragedy involving a mother and her children in the now-famous Tiny Tim's Tea Rooms, discover what not to do with a Ouija Board and what happened to those who took it too lightly, hear about what is regularly encountered late at night by the security guards in Canterbury Cathedral, learn how witches were dealt with in the 12th Century, and see a recreation of the death of the Archbishop of Canterbury, Thomas Becket. Whether you're a believer in ghosts or a firm sceptic, you're sure to feel a shiver down your spine in some of these scary locations... and you might just see more than what you bargained for...! So whether you want to enjoy this brilliant ghost tour yourself or would rather treat a lucky friend, why not put your nerves to the test and see if you've got what it takes to uncover and embrace Canterbury's dark side? A sensational and spooky experience!"
Price: 20 |
"Champagne Afternoon Tea At The Montcalm Hotel - London" |
"Afternoon Tea Experience Days: This champagne afternoon tea for two is a truly decadent dining experience. Sit back and relax at the Montcalm Hotel, as you are served a selection of sandwiches, scones and cakes, accompanied by lashings of fine teas, and a glass of crisp, cold champagne! You and a guest will arrive at the five star Montcalm Hotel in London (right beside Hyde Park and the Marble Arches) to a warm welcome from the friendly and attentive staff. After being shown to the tea rooms, it's time for a truly unforgettable afternoon tea experience! Let yourself unwind in the gentle bustle and relaxed atmosphere of the beautifully chic dining room as the excellent staff attend to your needs. The dining team at the Montcalm are renowned for their superb food, and their afternoon tea is no different. You'll be served a three-tiered cake stand chock full of cakes; pastries and fruit tartlets; warm fresh plain or fruit scones served with jam and clotted cream, and delicate, and delicious finger sandwiches. You'll enjoy this all with plenty of high-end, delicious JING loose-leaf tea and, of course, that glass of bubbly! This is truly how afternoon tea was meant to be enjoyed - luxurious surroundings, impeccable service and superior food and tea. So if you're looking for a truly outstanding afternoon tea in London that is sure to impress, why not try the exceptional food and service that comes with Afternoon Tea at the Montcalm in London?!"
Price: 73 |
"Champagne Cookery School for Women in Edinburgh" |
"Cooking Experience Days: This Champagne Cookery School for Women in Edinburgh is the
perfect indulgent cookery day experience that makes a wonderful
unique gift or a fun and memorable activity to share with
friends!
At the prestigious Edinburgh School of Food and Wine, you will be
learning from professional chefs how to create a delicious
three-course meal, before enjoying a decadent champagne tasting
session from a Veuve Clicquot expert. You will be greeted with some
tasty home baking on arrival and then it's down to business;
learning from experts and with plenty of tuition, you will rustle
up three faultless courses using fresh, seasonal ingredients, which
you can then enjoy over a glass of wine. Once you are suitably
full, it's on to the next part - the champagne tasting! You will be
taken through the range as you are taught important tasting skills
and learn how to appreciate the subtlety of each variety.
Afterwards you will be given copies of the recipes used as well as
a complimentary apron to take home!
The perfect group activity, sophisticated hen do, solo activity or
experience gift for the woman in your life, this is fantastic
gourmet activity where you will have huge amounts of fun whilst
learning a lot."
Price: 100 |
"Chocolate and Champagne Masterclass in Glasgow" |
"Chocolate Experience Days: Chocolate and champagne are surely some of the most delicious,
popular and indulgent food and drinks about. How many people do you
know who don't like chocolate, or would say no to a glass
of bubbly? This fantastic masterclass will teach you all you need
to know about these tasty treats! Whether you want to learn how to
make wonderful chocolate treats to gift to friends and family (or
yourself!) or just learn a bit more about the art of
chocolate-making, this hugely enjoyable class will give you all
that and more. During the session you will be working with award
winning chefs in a fabulous kitchen and making delicious chocolate
desserts to impress your guests with at dinner parties - whilst
enjoying a sit-down dinner and sipping on champagne. You're sure to
have a great time during this decadent masterclass and
take away some fantastic chocolate making skills!The Chocolate and
Champagne Masterclass in Glasgow will begin with a welcome from
your chef and a lovely glass of champagne on arrival. You will then
sit down to a delicious main course, after which you will learn the
fine art of making sumptuous chocolate desserts. You'll first have
a demonstration from the award winning chefs where you will learn
many tricks of the trade in a stunning, modern kitchen with fully
equipped personal work stations. With lots of tasting along the way
to keep the chocoholics happy, by the end of the session you will
be able to make superb and stylish chocolate desserts and impress
your guests at dinner parties."
Price: 54 |
"Chocolate Making Workshop In London" |
"Chocolate Experience Days: Learn to make your own truffles and discover exactly how
chocolate is made with this half day London chocolate making
workshop in the heart of the city. This is a 2 hour chocolate
making experience, during which you will learn all about the
history of chocolate and how it is made, getting to grips with the
entire process from the cacao tree to the shelf. The sweetest gift
for chocolate-lovers in London and the surrounding area, this
experience is an ideal gift for men and women with a taste for the
finer things in life!
Your London chocolate making experience begins with a welcoming
introduction and a demonstration by the workshop's master
chocolatiers. They will regale you with fascinating facts and
figures about chocolate and chocolate making, then it's your turn
to taste test the chocolates to discern what makes a high quality
chocolate.The first hands-on chocolate making project you will work
on is a giant chocolate button, which you will make and then
decorate. Then it's truffle time - you will use a rich dark
chocolate ganache, as well as dark chocolate fudge, bowls of glossy
melted chocolate, and delightful little decorations (coconut,
strawberry curls, white chocolate shavings, cocoa powder etc.) to
make the tastiest truffles you've ever tried!
Depending on the size you make your truffles, you will make 15-20
chocolates which you can take home with you in provided ribboned
bags, so you can show off your chocolate making skills to lucky
family and friends!"
Price: 55 |
"Chocolate Making Workshop In Manchester" |
"Chocolate Experience Days: Enjoy a 2 hour chocolate making workshop in Manchester, and
learn how to make a delicious giant chocolate button as well, as
your own handmade chocolate truffles! The Manchester chocolate
workshop is run by Master Chocolatiers who are incredibly skilled,
and very knowledgeable about the process of chocolate making from
the cacao plantations to the shop display.
The experience begins with a warm welcome to the workshop, and a
briefing to introduce you to the day. The first thing you will do
is watch a chocolate making demonstration, as the chocolatiers
provide you with lore, facts and figures relating to chocolate and
chocolate making while they ply you with chocolate to taste test as
you learn what makes a high quality chocolate. Then you will start
to get really hands-on, beginning by making a giant chocolate
button. This will get you used to working with the molten
chocolate, and when finished you can decorate it however you like!
After this it's time to make some delicious chocolate truffles
using the finest organic ingredients. You will be provided with
pretty ribbon-tied bags in which to take your handmade truffles
home with you, so you can share your creations with lucky family
and friends!
This is the perfect Manchester experience day gift for the
chocaholics in your life - and if you're partial to a little
chocolate yourself, its nice sweet gift to give yourself too!"
Price: 55 |
"Chocolate Workshop" |
"Chocolate Experience Days: Experience the beauty of your own creations, creating the most
tasty and desirable object of the lot - chocolate! The perfect gift
for any choco-holic or chocolate lovers, as this great class will
not only provide some delicious treats - but will teach for future
reference how to make them! Learn how with a Chocolatier, who will
be on hand to ensure your delightful little truffles and chocolates
taste as good as they look with a mix of advice and practical
demonstrations.Your Chocolate Workshop will begin with an
introduction to the history of Chocolate, tasting a range of
delicious types including 'the fountain'! The chocolatier will
start the session with creating some Truffles, which you can fill
with a cream and other fillings - before decorating and testing
other methods of creation that include: mixing, piping, rolling,
cutting and dipping! The session will come to a close when you
hand-wrap your beautiful little Truffle creations (around 20-24 of
them), which you can take home and share (or keep them all to
yourself!)"
Price: 50 |
"Chocolate Workshop - Manchester" |
"Chocolate Experience Days: Take your culinary skills to sweet new heights with this
deliciously delightful chocolate making workshop in Manchester. The
perfect gift for anyone from the toe-dipping occasionals to the
full blown chocaholics; this truffle making workshop with the
Chocolate Collective is a guaranteed tasty treat. Not just
surrounded by like-minded chocolate-lovers, the educational class
will also teach the basics behind making your own chocolates that
taste as good as they look... and maybe even better!Chocolate
workshops in Manchester start with an educational discussion of
Chocolate's illustrious history, before tasting a delicious range
of the different forms - including a stunning chocolate fountain.
Your chocolatier will begin the class with a lesson in truffles,
which you will be cramming full of a tasty cream, amongst other
fillings - before beginning the decoration and trying your hand at
other methods of creation, including: mixing, piping, rolling,
cutting and dipping! Your chocolate making session will then
conclude after hand-wrapping the goodies (around 30-50) - which you
can take home to share... with yourself."
Price: 40 |
"Jean-Christophe Novelli Cookery Course" |
"Cooking Experience Days: This Cookery Course with Jean-Christophe Novelli is quite simply the ultimate cooking course, and makes an exceptional experience gift for any aspiring chef... but is also the best way to improve your own cooking skills and gain more confidence in the kitchen! This sensational course is a unique opportunity to learn from the best of the best, Michelin-awarded celebrity chef Jean-Christophe Novelli! At the Novelli Academy, located in a 14th century farmhouse in rural Hertfordshire, you will be amazed at how quickly you pick things up under Jean-Christophe's expert guidance. During this hugely enjoyable five hour course, you will be taught how to cook delicious, healthy meals that will inspire you and get your taste buds tingling! It doesn't matter whether you're a novice in the kitchen or more of a seasoned chef, as there is always room for improvement and the course can be tailored to your level. Jean-Christophe will demonstrate how to prepare spectacular gourmet dishes using fresh local produce and ingredients, and how to expertly season your dishes with just the right amount of herbs and spices. As delicious as these dishes are, they are also quick and exceptionally healthy, so are perfect to recreate in your day to day life - or to rustle up to impress your friends! Aside from picking up many new culinary skills and tricks of the trade, you'll also learn how to pair different flavours and pick the perfect accompanying wine. So why not seize this brilliant opportunity to work alongside one of the most celebrated chefs in the world? Add a whole new dimension to your cooking with this enlightening, fun and inspiring Cookery Course in Hertfordshire with Jean-Christophe Novelli!"
Price: 350 |
"Cooking, Curry and Comedy Night in Glasgow" |
"Cooking Experience Days: If you're looking for a hugely enjoyable and unique evening out
that you're guaranteed to never forget, look no further than the
Cooking, Curry and Comedy Night in Glasgow! Ideal for stag dos,
group events, team building, or just as a fun activity to enjoy
with friends, this superb evening combines three fantastic
features: cooking, curry and comedy! The experience begins at
Glasgow's top cook school where you will be working with award
winning chefs and learning how to make the perfect curry, using
fresh, delicious ingredients. You'll then get to enjoy your tasty
creation at the chef's table, washed down with an ice-cold beer.
Then you'll be driven to the city's premier comedy club, Yesbar,
where you'll spend the rest of your evening enjoying some brilliant
comedy! So whether you're looking for an exceptional experience
gift or just a fun and memorable activity, this evening is just the
ticket!Your Cooking, Curry and Comedy Night in Glasgow will begin
with a welcome from the chefs at the training academy, where you'll
get kitted up in the chef's gear in the-state-of-the-art kitchen.
Under their expert eye you will learn how to make a delicious and
fragrant curry, after which you will sit at the chef’s table to
enjoy your meal, washed down with Scotland’s favourite beer! You
will then be driven to Glasgow’s top comedy club, Yesbar, in the
vibrant Merchant City district, where you will enjoy VIP access and
a fantastic comedy show!"
Price: 54 |
"Cotswold House - Afternoon Tea for Two" |
"Afternoon Tea Experience Days: Enjoy a delicious afternoon tea with a special someone with this
fabulous Cotswold House Afternoon Tea for Two... or why not treat a
friend to a truly unique experience gift that they'll never
forget?
Whether you are looking for an extra special way to spend some
quality time with a loved one, are hoping to surprise a friend or
family member with an exceptional experience gift they won't
expect, or you just fancy treating yourself, nothing about this
luxurious experience will disappoint. At the award-winning Cotswold
House hotel in the heart of charming Chipping Campden, this is your
chance to treat yourself to a sumptuous and traditional Cotswold
afternoon tea. The contemporary style of Cotswold House has made it
one of the most admired boutique hotels in the Cotswolds, and it is
the perfect setting to a relaxing and intimate afternoon. Choose
between an exceptional selection of teas, coffees, sandwiches,
cakes, pastries and scones, all served with jams and preserves from
small-scale artisan producers. On warm days, you can take your tea
on the Pavilion Terrace which is tucked away in the beautifully
landscaped hotel gardens, and during the colder months you can sit
inside the warm and cosy lounge.
So whether you want to enjoy this yourself or would rather treat a
lucky friend, the Cotswold House Afternoon Tea for Two is
wonderfully indulgent, elegant experience that you'll remember for
years."
Price: 39 |
"Croissant Making Bakery Masterclass in Essex" |
"Cooking Experience Days: If you are looking for a unique experience gift for any aspiring
chef, or just want to improve your own baking skills, look no
further than this great Croissant and Pain Au Chocolate Bakery
Masterclass in Essex!
Most of us love a warm and buttery croissant in the morning ... the
only thing better is homemade croissants! During this hands-on all
day masterclass, you will be learning how to make croissants, pain
au chocolat and pain aux raisins from scratch. At a top baking
school in Essex, you will be learning from expert pastry chefs and
will be taught all the tricks of the trade needed to rustle up some
of the best croissants and French treats you have ever tasted! From
getting the perfect flaky pastry and shaping the croissant to
rolling up and filling with chocolate, you will be taught all the
necessary skills and will be surprised at how quickly you pick it
up. You will be offered tea or coffee on arrival before the real
fun begins and you start baking; then, after a break for lunch, you
will continue to put what you have learnt into practice as you
produce more delicious treats. The end result will be
great-tasting, great-looking golden croissants, which you can
choose to give away as thoughtful and personal gifts ... or just
enjoy yourself!
So whether you want to enjoy this fabulous croissant baking class
yourself or treat a friend to this hugely enjoyable experience,
nothing about this superb masterclass will disappoint. Bon
appetit!"
Price: 120 |
"Cropton Brewery Tour and Pub Lunch in Yorkshire" |
"Brewery Experience Days: If you have a thirst for great beer or are looking for an
unforgettable experience gift for a friend who does, then you can't
beat this fantastic Cropton Brewery Tour and Pub Lunch in North
Yorkshire!
Situated on the edge of the spectacular North Yorkshire Moor
National Park is the famous Cropton Brewery, which has been
producing great-tasting and award-winning Yorkshire ales since
1984. This is a fantastic opportunity to discover this brewery's
secrets and learn how traditional ales are made, like the superb
Monkman's Slaughter and Scoresby Stout. You will get to taste as
you learn (of course!) and follow the brewing process as it occurs.
As if that wasn't enough, you can also explore the The Great
Yorkshire Brewery, another superb brewery that is run side by side
Cropton. Producing a new and exciting range of beers, lagers and
ciders, you will be spoilt for choice for which drink to go for
next! Exploring a brewery can be hungry business so it's a good
thing that the fun doesn't stop there; next door to the brewery is
the fantastic New Inn public house, a small and cosy family-run inn
where you can finish off your experience with a delicious pub
lunch! You can bet that this is an experience you won't forget in a
hurry, but just in case you will receive a gift pack of ales to
take home!
Whether you want to enjoy this experience yourself or treat a
beer-loving friend to the lunch of a lifetime, nothing about this
great brewery tour will disappoint; hearty British pub fare is
complemented by traditional ales and set off by the beautiful North
Yorkshire scenery."
Price: 30 |
"Deluxe Wine Tasting Tour for Two in East Sussex" |
"Wine Tasting Experience Days: For those with a passion for great wine, a day out in the
countryside doesn't get better than this guided vineyard tour for
two. Your knowledgeable guide will show you around their
award-winning organic vineyards, and you'll get to sample four
incredible wines before indulging in the great British tradition of
either a Ploughman's lunch or an afternoon tea, accompanied by a
glass of fizz. At the end of your tour, you'll be given your own
bottle of organic wine to take home!
Your wine tasting experience will begin when you arrive at this
iconic vineyard in the East Sussex countryside. Try not to feel
star struck, as this vineyard has been featured in The Times, and
on BBC T.V. You’ll want to take a moment to absorb the
breath-taking views of luscious green countryside and rolling hills
of grapevines before you head to the shop to check in. You will
meet your tour group of like-minded wine enthusiasts, and your
knowledgeable guide for the day. From here, you’ll embark on your
guided tour through their beautiful vineyards. Follow your guide
through the vines, and marvel as they show you where the wine
begins. Next, it’s time for lunch. If you’re on the earlier tour,
you’ll enjoy a classic Ploughman’s lunch, whereas afternoon tour
groups will indulge in a decadent afternoon tea. These will be
eaten in the tastings room, so you can enjoy a glass of sparkling
wine with your food. After lunch, it's time for the fun part: the
tastings! For wine connoisseurs, there is nothing more fascinating
than learning the process behind their favourite drink, and
witnessing this process from grape to glass is sure to teach you
something you didn’t already know. Sample four delicious glasses of
home-grown organic and biodynamic wine while you learn all about
it. Not bad as days out go, right? At the end of your vineyard
tour, you’re sure to feel full, well-watered and knowledgeable
about your favourite wines, armed with your very own bottle to take
home!
This vineyard tour is the ideal gift for the wine enthusiasts in
your life, and is a fantastic way to enjoy some incredible wine
with friends."
Price: 75 |
"East Sussex Vineyard Tour With Lunch For 2" |
"Wine Tasting Experience Days: This fantastic winery experience and wine tour in East Sussex is
wonderful gift idea for anyone in the South East who fancies
themselves as a bit of a connoisseur. The winery is located in the
heart of the beautiful East Sussex countryside in an area of
outstanding natural beauty, and has been producing quality English
wines since 1971.
This winery experience begins with a warm welcome and a hot drink;
you will meet the friendly staff who will introduce you to the day
and to the winery. After this you are free to head off on your
self-guided tour, exploring the vineyard and the winery at your
leisure to get an insight into how these lovely wines get from
grape to glass! When you've finished the tour, it's time for a
sampling session, as you get to try and enjoy the different wines -
still, sparkling and fruit - that are produced right there at the
winery. Of course, all this touring and tasting is sure to make you
hungry, so with this 'silver' vineyard experience you will be
treated to a hearty and rustic ploughman's lunch that is as
quintessentially English as the home-grown wine you'll be tasting!
Enjoy crusty, freshly baked bread, beautiful English cheeses, and
home made relishes and chutneys - just what is needed to perfectly
complement your winery experience. On leaving the East Sussex
winery, you will get to take £25 worth of beautiful English wine
with you to enjoy at home!
This is a fantastic way to get a little insight into the wine
making process while showing support for local producers - so if
you're looking for the perfect gift idea for gourmands and wine
lovers, try a fantastic Hastings vineyard tour for two, with lunch
and wine included."
Price: 60 |
"Falconry For Two In Wales" |
"Bird Of Prey Experience Days: This falconry experience in Wales is a fantastic day out that is
perfect for couples or friends, especially those who like to get
back to nature. You will get up close and personal with some
stunning harris hawks during this 90 minute falconry experience,
and get a close look at how they fly, hunt and live. These
beautiful birds of prey are fascinating, mysterious creatures, and
with this 90 minute bird of prey encounter you will get a rare
insight into their habits.
You and your companion will arrive at the falconry centre in Wales,
where your falconer guides will deliver an introduction to the
experience. You will be introduced to the birds, and learn a little
bit about what falconers actually do. After this it's time to get
out into the gorgeous countryside where you will fly the birds.
Your guide will show you how to handle the hawks, with a thick
protective leather glove on your hand. As you go for a walk through
the fields, your hawks will follow, soaring through the air around
you and displaying their incredible speed and agility. Of course,
they will also regularly land back on your gloved arm to check in.
Not only will you get hands-on with the hawks, but you will also
get the rare chance to meet and handle a beautiful Barn Owl.
This is a wonderful gift for couples who like to get back to
nature."
Price: 95 |