by Gourmet Experiences | Apr 2, 2025 | Cookery Schools, Experiences, Features
Rick Stein’s Cookery School has been awarded a coveted ‘ICSA Accreditation’ for quality teaching standards, cookery school facilities and experiences, from leading regulatory body, the Independent Cookery School Association (ICSA). The cookery school,...
by Gourmet Experiences | Feb 22, 2025 | Chefs, Features, Uncategorized
We recently caught up with Celebrity Chef, writer and campaigner Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall at The River Cottage Cookery School in Devon, where he talked about his early cookery experiences, influences and passions for ‘SLOW’ food, as well as sharing...
by Gourmet Experiences | Oct 15, 2024 | Chefs, Cookery Schools, Experiences, Features, Uncategorized
Located in the serene landscapes of East Devon’s Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty lies the High Grange Fire School and Wellbeing Centre. This charming establishment is the brainchild of Sara and Luke Mackay, a dynamic duo passionate about culinary arts and...
by Gourmet Experiences | Jul 17, 2024 | Chefs, Cookery Schools, Experiences, Features, Uncategorized
We recently caught up with Celebrity Chef James Martin at The Kitchen Cookery School, Chewton Glen in Hampshire, where he talked about his Cookery Experiences and celebrity chef masterclasses. Chef James is a TV favourite on eponymous shows including James...
by Gourmet Experiences | Dec 13, 2023 | Chefs, Features, Uncategorized
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Lisa Goodwin-Allen! We caught up with Lisa, Executive Head Chef at Lancashire’s prestigious Northcote Luxury Hotel, Michelin Star Restaurant and Cookery School. Lisa is also a familiar face on television, winning The Great British Menu, a regular...
by Gourmet Experiences | Nov 22, 2023 | Chefs, Cookery Schools, Experiences, Features, Uncategorized
As the current competition drew to a close this year, former runner-up and winner Steven Carter-Bailey reminded us of his time on the show that has catapulted many amateur bakers towards culinary careers. Steven Carter-Bailey, head tutor at the ProCook Cookery School...
by Gourmet Experiences | Nov 22, 2023 | BBQ Fire Cooking, Chefs, Features
Nestled in the picturesque landscapes of Devon’s High Grange, multi-award winning Fire School, an enchanting haven awaits outdoor cooking enthusiasts and culinary adventurers alike. Here, amidst the rolling hills and whispering woods, Sara and Luke Mackay curate...
by Gourmet Experiences | Oct 7, 2023 | Chefs, Cookery Schools, Experiences, Features, Uncategorized
We recently caught up with Celebrity Chef Richard Bertinet at The Bertient Kitchen Cookery School in Bath, where he talked about his early cookery experiences, influences and passions for ‘Real bread’. Richard is now a regular guest on TV shows including...
by Gourmet Experiences | Aug 14, 2023 | Experiences, Features
Abinger Cookery School in Surrey Hills has been awarded the ‘Centre of Excellence’ title in recognition of their outstanding outdoor cooking facilities and unwavering dedication to teaching excellence, by leading industry accrediting body ICSA. The school, led by...
by Gourmet Experiences | Jun 29, 2023 | Charities, Chefs, Features, Uncategorized
Obsession 24, the award-winning culinary festival launched in 2001 by the then Executive Chef of Northcote Nigel Howarth, will once again be held in the Ribble Valley and host 19 chefs with 24 Michelin stars between them, headed up by the hotel’s executive chef Lisa...
by Gourmet Experiences | May 1, 2023 | Cookery Schools, Experiences, Features
Learning a new recipe or kitchen skill is one of the most rewarding experiences you can have – and with so many diverse and highly-acclaimed cookery school courses with accommodation to choose from nationwide, the sky really is the limit. However, to be sure of the...
by Gourmet Experiences | Mar 10, 2023 | Features
The Independent Cookery Schools Association (ICSA) is the UK’s leading professional body representing independent cookery schools and culinary training centres. Established in 2014, ICSA operates as an independent, not-for-profit organisation dedicated to recognising...
