Top 5 Lessons & Workshops in Province of Almeria, Andalucia

Reviewed By 971mariem - Crowthorne, United Kingdom

What an amazing day and what an amazing experience. For my birthday my husband, Kevin Mcwade, treated me to a one to one session at Castellon de Bedar, under the guidance of Clare Purt, jeweller extraordinaire. Having experienced Clare’s workshops, I already had an idea of what to expect, how wrong I was. Shane the resident host and Chef, explained to me that it was my special day and I would be treated like royalty. So not to miss out on the opportunity I rose to the occasion and dusted off my Tiara (1,75€, no expense spared there) ready for the day. So excited, I arrived early (unusual for me) Greeted with ceremony at the door, offered tea and had my pick of workbench (very important)! Clare and I discussed my project for the day. She also explained that she had a number of roles, my personal assistant (wow, someone to order about) but primarily to encourage and develop my skills, my mentor! What a fantastic day. I decided to bring the Crown Jewels for a polish (mostly from Woolworths) and set my PA to the task........ Meanwhile I set about my ‘project’, a vivid blue, Lapis lazuli, yin yang stone to be transformed into a pendant. Lots of advice from Clare and shown new techniques I hadn’t used before. Project completed in a day, photos included Plus a write up from Clare of the techniques I used during the day. And, not forgetting the exceptional chef who excelled himself:- Home made Victoria sponge for coffee break (my favourite) Pigs cheeks in red wine and delicious fresh local vegetables for lunch, plus a surprise guest my husband Kevin . And the climax for the day, canapés and cava! Well what a day , I was still buzzing when I got home. A big thank you to Clare and Shane for an amazing and memorable day. Also a big thank you to Kevin for my birthday treat x