Get stirred not shaken at The Capital

The petite and classy Capital Hotel in London’s Knightsbridge, a stone’s throw from Harrods, is offering master classes in the art of the cocktail at various times this year. The classes are open to the public  and  offer instruction in making five to six classic cocktails, including tasting. Each class costs £115 and includes canapés, a cocktail recipe booklet, and your own cocktail kit including shaker, strainer and other bar tools. Dates are 9th February, 4th May, 1st June, 5th October and 7th December 2007. Alternatively, lunchtime cooking classes with wine tasting, and afternoon-teatime classes about chocolate and petits fours are available on other dates.