Friday 29th August 2025 - 6.30pm-Late
Join us for a vibrant evening of authentic Indian food, live cooking and culture with guest chef John Crouch.
You’ll be welcomed with crispy poppadoms and a selection of homemade chutneys, followed by a delicious Indian feast featuring both chicken and vegetarian curries — including keema, saag, and daal — all made to suit a range of flavour palates, from mild and aromatic to rich and warming. To finish, enjoy a traditional sweet treat of kheer for dessert.
There’ll be music, colourful props from India, and a live demo from John, who’ll share stories, tips, and culinary secrets from his travels. Whether you’re a foodie, a culture lover, or just fancy a great night out — this one’s for you!
Guest Chef - John Crouch
We’re so excited to welcome Demonstration Chef John Crouch to the hub for a special Taste of India evening — a relaxed and flavour-filled night of delicious food, cooking tips, and stories from his travels.
John swapped a career in fashion advertising (yes, he worked for Vogue Magazine in London!) to follow his passion for food. He’s now a much-loved demonstration chef based here in Cumbria, with over 30 years’ experience teaching, cooking and entertaining audiences all over the UK — and beyond!
He’s a regular visitor to India, where he’s shared his love of Cumbrian cooking at food festivals in Mumbai, hosted cookery events across Delhi, Bangalore, Chennai, and Hyderabad, and taught at hospitality colleges in Goa and Tamil Nadu.
John’s demonstrations are full of flavour, fun and fascinating facts — you’ll leave with new ideas, tasty recipes, and a happy heart (and stomach!).
