THE FACTS ABOUT LE BAOU D'INFER

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WHAT'S COOKING Modern and traditional Mediterranean French dishes taught by the ebullient Alex Mackay, former director of Raymond Blanc's Le Manoir cookery school. MENU Alex's energy and a maximum of six students ensure a house-party atmosphere and individual attention. The emphasis is on confidence-building rather than strict recipes. ADDED INGREDIENTS Swimming pool, dining in the shade of a mulberry tree, and the St Tropez markets on Saturday mornings. WHERE AND WHEN Six-night courses in June, July and August staying in a sumptuously furnished house in the grounds of working vineyard. Bedrooms overlook a rose- and jasmine-filled garden. CONTACT Le Baou d'Infer Cookery School, 63 Campden Street, London (020 7727 0997).