Last Minute Children's Courses Availability At La Cucina Caldesi   La Cucina Caldesi, the Italian cookery school at 118 Marylebone Lane, W1, has once again opened its doors to the budding young chefs of the future, by introducing new children's course dates throughout July & August. Being parents of two young boys themselves, owners Katie and Giancarlo Caldesi understand how important it is to educate children from an early stage towards healthy eating, and how difficult it can be to hold a child's attention for a long period of time. They have therefore devised a series of courses that will inspire and instil confidence, as well as being fun and entertaining. Resident chef Stefano Borella encourages children to explore their imaginations, and take them on a journey of discovery by teaching them a variety of fun, easy, quick and healthy dishes, and learn some Italian phrases in the process! Children are able to taste the food made, which includes fresh pasta with a choice of sauces, grilled vegetables, healthy salads, whole fish, desserts, ice creams and milkshakes, and take home some of their creations. COOKING (with a bit of Italian) FOR CHILDREN with Stefano Borella Monday 24th July Time: 10am - 1pm (6 - 10 yrs) Price: £40 Tuesday 25th July Time: 10am - 1pm (10 yrs and up) Price: £40 Wednesday 26th July Time: 10am - 1pm (6 - 10 yrs) Price: £40 Thursday 27th July Time: 10am - 1pm (10yrs and up) Price: £40 KATIE'S KITCHEN with Katie Caldesi Friday 11th August Time: 10.30am - 2.30pm (6 - 10yrs) Price: £40 Wednesday 23rd August Time: 10am - 1pm (10 yrs plus) Price: £40 Not forgetting the importance of eating together as a family, courses are also available at La Cucina Caldesi for parents dedicated to showing a more innovative, adventurous and enjoyable side to family cooking. 'In and Out of the Kitchen in 20 minutes', and 'Mid Week Meals for the Family', will be taught by Ursula Ferrigno who is herself the mother of a young child. Here mums and dads will learn how to cook healthy family meals, in as minimal amount of time as possible. For further details and a full list of courses visit www.caldesi.com, telephone Monday to Friday between 9am and 5pm on 020 7487 0750, or e-mail lacucina@caldesi.com   top