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Vegetarians are better catered for than ever before, but still many restaurant menus can leave them feeling like culinary Cinderellas. Those longing for a touch of haute cuisine should make a note of the new Gastronomique Garden menu from Morgan Meunier, head chef at Admiralty. It's a set menu and, at £37, not cheap but there are five courses and each one sounds tempting enough to convert even confirmed carnivores: steamed asparagus gnocchi, morels and Vin Jaune veloute; braised Puy lentils, poelee of artichokes, glazed button onions with sauce Soubise are just two of the featured courses. The regular a la carte is always available for those who need their fix of meat.
Admiralty , Somerset house, The Strand, WC2
Tel: 020 7845 4646
Tube: Embankment/Charing Cross

Andy Varma, executive chef and co-owner of modern Indian restaurant Vama, is well-known as the sub-continent's answer to Gary Rhodes. Now he's bringing his talents to bear on education: if you fancy honing your curry skills, his Saturday cookery courses are where it's at. This season's classes run until June 8 and each focuses on themes such as Great Curries, Delicious Snacks and Vegetarian. Classes are restricted to small groups and cost £35, including the enjoyment - dubious or otherwise - of sampling your own cooking.
Vama , 438 King's Road SW10.
Tel: 020 7565 8500.
Tube: Sloane Square