Throughout September, Westminster City Council and Portman Estate with Root And Erect are hosting a series of creative activations at Nutford Place, Edgware Road - a programme designed to connect with the local community and celebrate the area’s rich heritage.
As part of Designing the Magic Carpet events happening at Nutford Place Local Living Room in September, join us for a community feast day. We have collaborated with Hekayyatna, partnering with SWANA (Southwest Asian and North African) organisations to bring talks, activities, and more for a day centred on togetherness through food.
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Free meal for the Community Feast
Free food and drink provided by local businesses in Nutford Place
First come first serve, while stocks last.
Henna Stall by Heartnouveaux
Experience the artistry of Henna by Heartnouveaux! Featuring a captivating blend of classic patterns and modern motifs, her unique and artistic designs elevate traditional henna. Celebrating joy and tradition, Heartnouveaux reimagines henna for today's festivities.
1:30-2:30pm
DATE LAB by Ayesha Erkin: Dating 101
Part talk, part tasting lab. Ayesha will cover the 7,000-year history of dates, then guide guests through flights of date coffee, sugar, syrup, and finally a hands-on stuff-your-own date session.
1:45-2:45pm
How Can Recipes Shape Our Heritage? by Hekayyatna
How does food connect us to our roots? Can recipes shed light on our heritage? Join Hekayyatna, a community storytelling organisation, to unpack this big question through stories and activities. The discussion will take place during the community feast.
Around 4pm
Live Music by Tarek Elazhary and Ziad Hisham
Experience a live set by Tarek Elazhary and Ziad Hisham. Tarek Elazhary is an Egyptian oud player and composer who combines Arabic traditions with a modern, experimental approach. He's joined by London-based Egyptian artist Ziad Hisham, a multi-instrumentalist and producer pushing the boundaries of where Arabic music and jazz intersect.
5 - 6 pm
Games and Activities
Giant Jenga and hula hoops, board games and more!
All Afternoon
