cookery school

COUNTRY COOKERY SCHOOLS...

The place
Local food heroine Lucy Nicholson has helped put Cumbrian fare on the map. Now this restaurateur; caterer and deli-owner has opened a high-spec cookery school in a converted bobbin factory on the River Kent.

The chefs
Michelin-starred chef Leigh Myles, Lisa Smith of the Ginger Bakers, Diane Dodds (formerly at the Drunken Duck nearby) feature on a list of talented tutors. 'Sourced locally - cooked globally,' says Lucy of her busy roster of classes, which includes Thai and Indian suppers, breads and cooking for kids - something for all your culinary expeditions.

Favourite local ingredient
Mutton is having an overdue renaissance and Andrew Sharp's Herdwick sheep produce some of the county's tastiest. Call 01229 588299, farmersharp.co.uk

Class prices
From £30 for an evening demonstration.

Call
01539 432288, lucycooks.co.uk

Article featured in Country Homes and Interiors, May 2009