Dining In: Writing Workshop 'On Procuring Food'

Still in its original 1806 building, the Portico Library celebrates both the historic and the contemporary culture of Manchester, welcoming the public, researchers and members to its unique 19th-century book collection and 21st-century events and exhibitions.

The Portico Library

Food Miles: Where we think about where our food comes from

Longsight Art Space

Dining In: Eating, Cooking and Food in Manchester

Dining In: Exploring Manchester’s histories through our stomachs is an exhibition about the history of dining and food in the Northwest of England, how that’s changed over time, and the future of food and dining through interactive events.

DINING INFrom 16th June to 2nd October DINING IN will look at food and dining in Manchester. Through an exhibition of text from The Portico Library’s collection and the artwork from local, regional and international artists, we will explore cross-cultural food encounters, the ethics and aesthetics of production, preparation, consumption and preservation of food and dining culture. WRITING WORKSHOPThere are 8 writing workshops in total, join us for one, some or all.The workshops are open to anyone who is interested in writing, with any level of experience. The sessions will be delivered in English, but participants are welcome to write and read in their mother tongue in response to prompts.Bring your favourite pen and notebook, materials will be provided on request.WHAT WILL WE DO?The workshops invite you to think and write about where our food is from, explore how we gather our ingredients and prepare them. We will talk about what we eat, how we eat, where we eat and who we eat with. We will explore what we pass on, what recipes, traditions, and rituals we send to the next generation.For over 16s only.Facilitated by Zee Hara Hi, my name is Zee and I am an event organiser, a poet, writer and workshop facilitator. My passion is creating safe, nurturing spaces, and working with people who have never written before. I support and enable them to find their voice and tell their story in their own words. I currently work with Longsight Art Space, providing monthly women’s writing workshops. I am excited to be a part of the Dining In project and look forward to our writing journey.

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