Cooking the Books Live
Tue 08 Dec
|Patio
In this live version of the popular and award-winning podcast about life through the prism of food, Gilly talks to award-winning food writers about their latest books. River Cottage writer, Rachel de Thample will be taking us through 'The Fermentation Year'
Time & Location
08 Dec 2026, 18:00 – 20:30
Patio, 1 Surrey St, Brighton and Hove, Brighton BN1 3PA
About the event
Cooking the Books Live is an IRL version of the award-winning podcast hosted by journalist, author and podcaster Gilly Smith. The show explores life, culture, and society through the lens of food, featuring in-depth conversations with leading food writers, chefs, and thinkers.
Each episode delves into the personal and cultural stories behind food, linking delicious dishes to broader social, ethical, and historical themes. Guests, usually top food writers, share four "food moments" from their latest books, offering listeners unique insights into their culinary journeys.
You can find a loyal band of food book fans at the show cosying up at Patio, its home from home in Brighton, East Sussex, and buy a signed copy of the books from local indie bookshop, CookBookBake's pop up.
Tickets
General Admission
£8.00
+£0.20 ticket service fee
Total
£0.00