| "Quick Italian Menu Cookery Class at Giancarlo Caldesi's La Cucina Caldesi" |
| "Learn how to cook fabulous Italian food in 30 minutes at La Cucina Caldesi. Recipes include a selection of Italian starters, risotto, fresh pasta sauces, supper dishes and fabulous desserts, such as 'torta caprese' (an almond and chocolate tart which tastes as though you've slaved over it for hours!). After meeting your fellow students over coffee and biscotti, your instructor will introduce the menu. Then it's time to cook! The ingredients for each recipe will be laid out ready to use, and the flexible format of the class provides plenty of opportunity to get involved. Finally, you can relax and enjoy the delicious meal you have created, accompanied by a glass of Italian wine, in the company of your teacher and fellow students. Buon appetito!"
Price: 110.00  |
| "Tuscan Cooking with Giancarlo Caldesi" |
| "Join chef Giancarlo Caldesi (when available) in a celebration of Tuscan cuisine at La Cucina Caldesi, and learn how to prepare some traditional Tuscan main courses, such as 'the hunter's catch' roast or his signature Tuscan lasagne with an array of seasonal 'contorni' (side dishes). After meeting the chef and fellow students over coffee and biscotti, the menu is introduced. Then it's time to cook! The ingredients for each recipe are laid out ready to use, and the flexible format of the class provides plenty of opportunity to get involved. Finally, you can relax and enjoy the delicious meal you have created, accompanied by a glass of Italian wine, in the company of your teacher and fellow students. Buon appetito!"
Price: 130.00 |
| "Kids Spy Academy" |
| "Calling all aspiring secret agents! This experience is an unmissable chance to learn real skills and techniques used by spies - from ex-surveillance officers themselves. Start in zone one with half an hour of code breaking, then take the laser room challenge. Work on those stealth skills and get to the target without setting off any laser alarms - a real test of agility. Next, learn to shoot from a distance with a sniper and air rifle session, then get closer with a secret agent pistol draw, and remember, speed is of the essence. Finally, brush up those fire lighting shelter building skills. Who's got what it takes to be the next 007?"
Price: 35.00  |
| "Tuscan Cooking with Giancarlo Caldesi for Two" |
| "Respected Italian chef Giancarlo Caldesi teaches the intricacies of Tuscan cuisine at La Cucina Caldesi - this experience is a great opportunity to learn how to create traditional Tuscan dishes, such as 'the hunter's catch' roast or his signature Tuscan lasagne with an array of seasonal 'contorni' (side dishes). Meet for coffee and biscotti, chat through the menu and then the class gets to work. This is cooking made easy, with all mod cons and ingredients already prepared in advance. Once the cooking is complete, the whole class can sit down together, Italian style, to enjoy the delicious meal created. A good glass of Italian wine helps wash the food down."
Price: 260.00 |
| "Quick Italian Menu Cookery Class for Two at Giancarlo Caldesi's La Cucina Caldes" |
| "Produce fresh and delicious Italian food in just 30 minutes at La Cucina Caldesi. Recipes include a selection of Italian starters, risotto, fresh pasta sauces, supper dishes and desserts, such as torta caprese (a melt-in-the-mouth almond and chocolate tart). After meeting fellow students over coffee and biscotti, the instructor introduces the menu before everyone gets cooking. Ingredients are already helpfully laid out, ready to use and the flexible format of the class makes life easy. Enjoy the spoils as everyone sits down to devour the delicious meals created, accompanied by a glass of Italian wine."
Price: 220.00 |
| "Archery, Air Rifle and Clay Shooting for Two" |
| "Under the tuition of your own fully qualified instructor, archery is first up and, having learnt the basics, you will be sure to be hitting the target with the precision of one of Robin Hood's merry men! It's then off to the range where, after getting to know your rifle, you will attempt to shoot a variety of targets from various distances - all great fun and guaranteed to whet your appetite for the final discipline of your experience, clay shooting. Following full instruction from your instructor you will be given a large amount of shots to share between you and pretty soon the chances are you will be picking off clays left, right and centre with the precision of a hardened sharp shooter."
Price: 149.00 |
| "Junior Rally Driving at Silverstone Rally School" |
| "Wow guys - you can now drive at the famous Silverstone rally venue, even with no previous driving experience. Begin your session with a safety briefing before practicing the basics, such as the use of the accelerator and clutch control, along with steering and braking techniques. All this on an authentic rally stage in a dual-controlled Ford KA rally car with roll bars and rally seat harness. Depending on how you progress, you may be able to master more advanced techniques such as handbrake turns and power sliding. You will have the chance to put what you have learnt into action with three separate driving sessions and, to finish off, you will be given a high-speed passenger ride by your instructor to see how it really can be done!"
Price: 99.00 |
| "Belmond Le Manoir aux Quat'Saisons Break for Two" |
| "Belmond Le Manoir is the fulfilment of chef Raymond Blanc's vision to open the perfect hotel and restaurant. The menu has been described as 'a twist of imaginative genius' and the cuisine is undoubtedly the focus of every guest's visit. Enjoy a five-course 'Les saveurs de mois' menu at the two-Michelin-starred restaurant, followed by an overnight stay in a superb Junior Suite. Then after a full English breakfast, wander in the beautiful gardens: a magnificent two acre vegetable and herb garden, an English water garden fed by natural springs and a tranquil Japanese tea garden. End this luxurious break by taking home a copy of Raymond's cookery book 'Foolproof French Cookery'."
Price: 1250.00 |
| "Bird of Prey Falconry Experience in Essex" |
| "Learn the art of falconry on a lush green farm in Essex with this introduction to bird of prey falconry. After a tour of the bird of prey centre, get close to different types of birds and learn what makes each one different to the next. An experienced handler will then tutor in how to handle the birds before giving you a bird to take care of and get yourself comfortable with. After all that, get ready for the main event, trying falconry. Go a bit medieval - with flying a bird to the fist, have it land on your glove and wonder at it's impressive skills. This experience will leave you with a new found respect for Britain's top predators."
Price: 79.00 |
| "Horse Riding in Bedfordshire for Two" |
| "Enjoy a day of horse riding in the peaceful English countryside, which tailor-made for a pair of experienced riders. Start with a safety briefing before grooming and tacking up your horse. Following a quick lesson with an instructor to assess ability, take a wonderful hack across the beautiful bridleways of Chiltern Hills - mainly open and undulating fields, with beautiful views across Bedfordshire and historic Icknield. Stop for a well-earned lunch at a village pub before riding back to the stables for the un-tacking and resting of the horses. This is an idyllic way to take your horse riding further while soaking in some truly breathtaking scenery."
Price: 180.00 |
| "One Night Stay in a Camping Pod for Two in Devon" |
| "There are loads of campsites around but with this unique experience, you will camp in a wooden pod. Bring all your normal camping gear so when you arrive, you can move in straightaway. There is even electricity (for light, heating and electrical equipment). Once you have settled in you are sure to be hungry, so why not cook up a storm on the patio of your pod whilst watching the night sky? Avoid the night chill comfortably tucked up in your double glazed pod, insulated with sheep wool and chic French doors. An indoor heated pool, infrared therapy cabin and Jacuzzi help make your stay one you will never forget."
Price: 69.00 |
| "Two Night Stay in a Camping Pod for Two in Devon" |
| "Camping in a pod is not an everyday experience but definitely one to try. It would not be a true camping experience if you did not have to pack all your camping gear around (sleeping bags, inflatable mattress, cooker, food and so on). In true camping style, enjoy dining al fresco on the decking (chairs and table included), cuddle up and keep out the chill in this heated and double glazed pod. With mains electric you can bring along all the latest gadgets for your camping pod experience and why not chill out and relax in the heated indoor pool, infrared therapy cabin and Jacuzzi, or take full advantage of some of the other facilities at this five star park."
Price: 131.00 |
| "Afternoon Tea for Two at Quorn Country House Hotel and Restaurant" |
| "Treat yourselves to afternoon tea for two people at the Quorn Country House Hotel and Restaurant, a charming hotel set in gardens leading down to the River Soar near Loughborough. This original 17th century listed building, originally known as Charnwood House, has been sympathetically renovated to combine lovely period features and character with contemporary style and personal, friendly service. Relax in the hotel restaurant and enjoy an afternoon tea which includes warm scones with clotted cream and fruit preserves, a selection of sandwiches, cakes and freshly-brewed tea or coffee."
Price: 36.00 |
| "Brewery Day and Beer Tasting at Sadler's Brewery, West Midlands" |
| "Learn the art of brewing and make your own beer with Sadler's Ales. Relax with a tea or coffee before meeting the brewer of this family-run brewery. Receive an introduction to the brewing process before tucking into a delicious breakfast with a speciality Mud City Stout on the side, brewed with raw cocoa, vanilla pods, flaked oats, wheat and a blend of dark malts. This hearty fare is needed before everyone goes on to be shown how to mash, boil and pitch their own beer and it can be thirsty work! After the manual labour, tuck into a tasty Hop Picker's Platter lunch with a beer tasting session at the brewery's drinking and dining area. This experience concludes with a relaxing pint or two and the presentation of a gift pack of award-winning bottled ales to take home and enjoy."
Price: 99.00 |
| "Luxury Afternoon Tea for Two at Stoke Place" |
| "Awarded three rosettes from the AA Restaurant Guide and an excellent rating of four in the last two editions of the Good Food Guide, in addition to a recommendation in the Michelin Guide and AA Notable Wine List, we are sure the Garden Room will not disappoint. Enjoy tea, coffee and a selection of homemade scones, cakes, biscuits and sandwiches all made with the finest ingredients. Stoke Place offers a relaxed fine dining experience within a period property with modern design pieces and individual touches and is only 30 minutes from central London."
Price: 40.00 |
| "Gourmet Dining for Two at Stoke Place, Buckinghamshire" |
| "Enjoy a lovely meal for two at Stoke Place's Garden Room restaurant. Receive a welcome drink on arrival, followed by a delicious three-course meal for from the a la carte menu, including tea or coffee. Serving seasonal and modern European food created with top quality, locally sourced ingredients, it's no wonder Stoke Place's Garden Room Restaurant has been awarded three rosettes from the AA Restaurant Guide and an excellent rating of four in the last two editions of the Good Food Guide. Set in a 17th century manor house, surrounded by 26 acres of beautifully landscaped Capability Brown gardens it is a stunning place to enjoy a meal for two and as the restaurant boasts a botanical theme it is sure to add a soothing ambience to your evening."
Price: 99.00 |
| "Pizza Masterclass at Giancarlo Caldesi's La Cucina Caldesi" |
| "This informal pizza making course held in central London is ideal for anyone wanting to learn how to make the perfect pizza, from preparation, through to dough making and finally, baking. Cooking can be fun as well as educational so by the end, expect to be an expert in kneading, seasoning and dressing. Any good pizza deserves a worthy accompaniment, so learn how to make Focaccia and bring together a range of ingredients to make a great salad. A seasonal dessert completes the meal. All students then sit down together Italian style to enjoy the feast."
Price: 100.00 |
| "Pizza Masterclass for Two at Giancarlo Caldesi's La Cucina Caldesi" |
| "Join a fun and sociable pizza masterclass - learn how to make the perfect pizza at home by attending these purpose-built kitchens in central London. Learn how to make a pizza from scratch, beginning with the dough and the skill of kneading. Learn sensitivity with levels of seasoning to get it just right and don't forget the art of perfect timing to ensure the pizza and the flat oven-baked Focaccia (which can be taken home) are cooked to perfection. No pizza is complete without an accompaniment, so the last task is to create a great salad. Then everyone can sit down to sample their creations - there's even a seasonal dessert provided."
Price: 200.00 |
| "Afternoon Tea and Vineyard Tour for Two at Wroxeter Roman Vineyard" |
| "Planted in Shropshire back 1991, this well established family run vineyard now offers tours to those who are interested in wine. After some tea or coffee refreshment on arrival, an inhouse expert leads a conducted tour of the site. Learn something of the area's Roman history and how the vineyard site has been developed since being established. Part of the wineyard tour involves a tasting of five wines made from the surrounding vines. Go on to enjoy a traditonal afternoon tea with scones, cakes and sandwiches after the tastings as a tasty conclusion to this winetasting experience."
Price: 50.00  |
| "Vineyard Tour and Wine Tasting for Two at Holmfirth Vineyard" |
| "Visit an English vineyard, set in West Yorkshire countryside for a tour and tasting. The tour will begin with a walk around the vineyard and an introduction to how it was planted, what varieties grow there and why each was chosen. The knowledgeable tour guide will also happily answer any questions from the group. Go on to taste three English wines - a red, a white and a rose, then discuss their qualities, what they are made from and the tastes and smells they arose. At the end of the tour take home a bottle of wine to enjoy later."
Price: 30.00 |
| "Vineyard Tour, Wine Tasting and Afternoon Tea for Two at Holmfirth Vineyard" |
| "Visit a delightful English vineyard surrounded by views of the Peak District National Park to learn about English wine and then sit down to a West Yorkshire cream tea. The seven acre site contains 7,000 vines and a guided tour of part of the vineyard and winery makes for interesting learning about the whole process from planting to harvesting of the vines. After any questions, move on to the winery to taste three English wines, before finally taking a delicious cream tea with a glass of sparkling wine in the Tasting Lounge with its stunning views over the vineyard and national park."
Price: 50.00 |
| "Cocktail Masterclass" |
| "Learn how to make cocktails with this hands-on mixology masterclass. Enjoy a welcome drink on arrival (prepared by a professional mixologist), before getting down to some serious cocktail making. Split into teams (there are six pods/stations with four to five people at each pod), make four different cocktails under the guidance of an experienced cocktail expert. As a team, use these newfound skills to compete against the others and make a signature cocktail using a blend of spirits, fruits, syrups, liquors and garnishes. Soft drinks and water are available throughout the experience."
Price: 70.00 |
| "Cocktail Masterclass for Two" |
| "Learn a variety of practical cocktail making skills with this interactive mixology masterclass for two. Begin by enjoying a tasty cocktail, prepared and served by an experienced mixologist, before getting hands-on at a designated mixing station (there will be four to five people at each station). Under the guidance of an expert instructor, each team will learn to make four different cocktails. Use these newly acquired skills, work together (with other team members on the station), competing against other teams to make the best signature cocktail using a variety of spirits, liquors, fruits, syrups and garnishes. Soft drinks and water are available throughout the session."
Price: 140.00 |
| "£50 Planet Hollywood Dining Pass" |
| "Treat yourselves to dinner at Planet Hollywood, the one and only dining experience inspired by the glamour of Hollywood. Perfect for a party, special celebration or pre or post theatre meal, the restaurant is decked out in movie memorabilia, has four themed dining areas and a resident DJ features current music videos and movie trailers to keep the atmosphere fresh and interesting. Planet Hollywood's vibrant international menu has a wide range of appetizers, burgers, sandwiches, pizzas, steaks, fish and delicious desserts. This dining pass offers £50 towards any choice from the menu. Bon appetit!"
Price: 42.00 |
| "Dim Sum Cookery Class" |
| "Master the delicate art of dim sum in the School of Wok's award-winning cookery kitchen based in Covent Garden. Learn essential dim sum culinary techniques including dumpling wrapping, pastry making and steaming, under the helpful guidance of an experienced Chinese chef. The day's menu may vary according to the seasonal ingredients available, but as a guide, make crispy prawn and bamboo dumplings, sui mai and rice wrapped in lotus leaf. At the end of the session, sit down together to savour each flavourful creation, or choose to take the food home instead."
Price: 95.00  |
| "Flavours of China Cookery Class and Food Tour for Two" |
| "Learn all about authentic Chinese cuisine with this walking tour of Chinatown followed by a hands-on culinary class at an award-winning cookery school kitchen. Wander the bustling streets of Chinatown to experience its unique and vibrant ambience, whilst tasting a selection of light Oriental bites along the way. After the tour, head to the kitchen to get down to some serious cooking! Recreate a variety of delicious and authentic Chinese dishes under the expert tuition of an experienced chef. This cookery class is relaxed, interactive and teaches a range of core Chinese culinary skills that are sure to impress any dinner guest."
Price: 320.00  |
| "Oriental Seafood and Fish Cookery Class" |
| "Fish and seafood are an essential part of an Oriental diet and this fun, interactive culinary class held at an award-winning London cookery school is great way to pick up some handy tips and techniques. Work with a combination of fresh ingredients to create a selection of tasty aromatic Oriental dishes such as crispy wantons and flash fried fish with ginger and spring onions. Expert chefs remain on hand throughout to offer helpful hints and ensure the fish remains moist whilst balancing an array of fragrant flavours. At the end of the session, sit down as a group to taste each delectable creation. Food can alternatively be taken home and eaten later with friends and family."
Price: 95.00 |
| "Flavours of China Cookery Class and Food Tour" |
| "This walking tour of Chinatown, followed by a Chinese cookery class is the perfect experience for any foodie wishing to expand their knowledge of Oriental cuisine. Begin with guided tour of Chinatown to experience its rich aromas and vibrant atmosphere, whilst sampling some tasty Oriental light bites. Next, it's time to get cooking - head to an award-winning cookery school kitchen to cook and prepare a selection of authentic Chinese dishes. During the class, learn a variety of core Chinese cookery techniques and knife skills under the helpful guidance of an expert chef. Recreate these delicious dishes at home to impress friends and family!"
Price: 160.00  |
| "One Day Potter's Wheel Workshop" |
| "Based in the rural tranquility of the Eastnor Castle Country Estate , this full day pottery workshop is an ideal place to relax and learn new skills. Begin with a welcome tea or coffee, before receiving a group demonstration of the pot throwing process. Then get hands-on and practice fundamental pottery skills, with experienced tutor's on hand offering practical tips and guidance. After a light lunch (consisting of bread, cheese, salad and fruit), receive a further demonstration on working with larger lumps of clay, before putting all of these newly taught skills into practice for the afternoon session. To conclude, everyone's creation is left to dry for three weeks before being posted out as a very special keepsake."
Price: 130.00  |
| "Groom and Ride a Pony Children's Experience" |
| "This experience is ideal for any child with an enthusiasm for ponies and horses. Learn how to fully prepare and groom a pony under the guidance of trained in-house professionals. Receive a basic pony riding lesson or go for a walk on a pony to experience the wonderful world of pony riding first-hand. This session is set in a relaxed, friendly environment and provides children with a great introduction to working with ponies."
Price: 40.00  |
