Fancy honing your culinary skills at the highest cookery school in the UK? Gordon Ramsay Academy lies on the 58th floor of skyscraper 22 Bishopsgate, where you’ll learn how to whip up high end dishes in a fun environment whilst gawping at jaw-dropping views of the city.

Whether you’re hoping to master the art of the perfect Beef Wellington or simply level up your midweek dinners, this special spot is where Gordon’s passion for food is shared with everyone from complete beginners and ambitious home cooks to little ones who just fancy getting stuck in.

The recently-opened academy is the latest branch of the chef’s successful culinary schools, the first of which opened in Woking, a short train journey from London’s Waterloo station. The Gordon Ramsay Academy Woking has a wonderfully relaxed, hands-on feel. You’ll learn by doing rather than standing around watching, with plenty of time spent in the kitchen actually cooking (and tasting, obviously). Classes are friendly, informative and genuinely inclusive, so whether you’re perfecting fresh pasta, tackling steak masterclasses or exploring the flavours of Southeast Asia, it never feels intimidating.

Inside, it’s impressively set up too. There are multiple purpose-built kitchens, a large demonstration space and plenty of room for both smaller groups and more sociable sessions. There’s also a cookbook library for a little inspiration and a cosy lounge where you can grab a coffee and regroup between dishes.

It’s not just one-off classes either. Alongside themed workshops (such as an Eclairs Masterclass on 28 Aug), you’ll find culinary qualifications, WSET wine and spirits courses, online learning and private experiences too. It’s also a brilliant spot for celebrations and group events – and the gift vouchers are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for the food lover in your life.

Whether you’re learning kitchen basics or trying to bring a little restaurant magic into your own home, the Gordon Ramsay Academy makes cooking feel fun, achievable and genuinely exciting. No shouting required.