Description
Join acclaimed food writer and broadcaster Grace Dent and restaurateur and author Nisha Katona for an engaging discussion at the launch of The Big Tasty Read, a national celebration of food, culture, and storytelling.
As ambassadors for the campaign, Dent and Katona will explore the powerful connection between food and literature, sharing insights into how meals and memories shape narratives.
This event marks the beginning of a nationwide initiative to inspire reading through the universal appeal of food, bringing communities together to celebrate diverse stories and shared experiences.
About the Speakers
Grace Dent
Grace Dent is a British journalist, author, and broadcaster, best known for her restaurant column in The Guardian and appearances on shows like MasterChef. She has written several novels and memoirs, blending humour and insight, and is celebrated for her sharp wit and passionate commentary on food and culture.
Nisha Katona
Nisha Katona MBE is a British chef, restaurateur, author, and former barrister. She founded Mowgli Street Food in 2014, bringing authentic Indian home cooking to UK high streets. A passionate “curry evangelist,” she has authored six cookbooks and appears regularly on TV shows like Great British Menu and This Morning.
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