Four more cookery schools

Authentic Ethnic: Spice up your life on one of Tertia Goodwin's ethnic cuisine workshops. £60. 14 Redcliffe Square, SW10 (020 7373 3651; [email protected])

Books for Cooks: Daily 'watch and learn' cooking demonstrations in Books for Cooks' custom-built kitchen. There's no need to get your hands dirty, and lots of sipping and tasting. £25. 4 Blenheim Crescent, W11 (020 7221 1992; www.booksforcooks.com)

Cordon Bleu: The Techniques course covers basics such as boning a chicken and filleting fish. By the end, you'll use terms such as 'julienne' with confidence. £265 (day). 114 MaryleboneLane, W1 (020 7935 3503; www.cordonbleu.net)