Taste of London is back at Regent’s Park

Taste of London is back at Regent’s Park

Who? Taste of London What? Taste of London festival is back at London’s Regent’s Park. This year is the foodie festival’s 10th anniversary and to celebrate, it’s putting on a whole host of programs including an explore world beer experience, a bandstand and a BBQ challenge. Tickets from £25.80. When? 20th – 23rd June Where? Regent’s Park, London NW1 5HA How? Visit london.tastefestivals.com for more information

Toast, a festival of food and ideas

Toast, a festival of food and ideas

Who? Toast Festival What? The inaugural Toast Festival will bring together chefs, restaurateurs, writers, entrepreneurs and producers to explore the ideas behind what Londoners eat and drink with a mix of panel discussions, workshops and tastings. Confirmed speakers include Fuchsia Dunlop, Anissa Helou, Bompas & Parr and Nicholas Lander. The event will also be fundraising for Action Against Hunger. When? 1st and 2nd June Where? Red Gallery, 3 Rivington Street, London EC2A 3DT How? See www.toastfestival.com for more information

Ten tips for painting food by Anna Koska
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Ten tips for painting food by Anna Koska

GO AND FIND THE REAL THING – There are limits to this of course. In the case of some obscure fish, I’m not often in a position to don a wetsuit and jump in the deep if it lives at the bottom of the inky blue, but there’s always a fish market. HANDLE THE THING – If it’s got bones, feel where they lie. If it’s got skin, get familiar with the feel and texture: hairy, bald, feathery, scaly, bit gooey, slippery, a bit want-to-put-it-down-and-run. Move it around. Check out the way the shadows play on the dips and curves. TAKE IT HOME TO MEET THE FAMILY – If I…

Anna Koska, a food illustrator
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Anna Koska, a food illustrator

Who? Anna Koska What? Illustrator Anna Koska specialises in food illustrations and occasionally oil paintings. Her work has appeared in over 100 books and she’s regularly commissioned to create canvases for restaurants, interior designers and private collectors alike. Prices vary according to medium and size. When? Available now Where? Exclusively at www.annakoskaillustration.com How? Contact for more information Ten tips on painting food by Anna Koska

Trishna

British food, Indian way

Who? Karam Sethi and Ravinder Bhogal What? Journalist, author and chef Ravinder Bhogal has teamed up head chef Karam Sethi of the recently Michelin-starred Trishna to create a feast of “forgotten British foods” cooked the Indian way. The five course menu will be priced at £47.50. When? 19th and 20th November Where? 15 -17 Blandford Street, London W1U 3DG www.trishnalondon.com How? For reservations call 0207 935 5624