Food Allergies

We're the All Good Bookshop writing group - we've been around for 10 years now. We offer writing feedback and discussion, whatever your level. Never been before? That's fine. Can only come once in a while? That's fine. Want to come regularly? That's fine. While we're predominantly narrative-based, any type of writing is welcome. Fiction, non-fiction, screenplays, novels, short-stories... bring it along and see if it fits. The cost is £5 to join us. Half of this goes to the bookshop and the other half goes towards snacks/drinks for everyone. Pay when you get there. (If you're having any financial problems, feel free to have a discreet chat with Chris about it). HOW IT WORKS First, we do introductions, which cover: 1 - Who you are 2 - What kind of thing you write 3 - What you're working on 4 - What you've done in the last two weeks. Then we find out who has stuff to read out (1,000 - 2,000 words), and who has questions/discussion points. If you'd prefer to do written hand-outs, you can as well. We then run through as many people as we can fit in, so they can read out or run through a discussion point. The group is run by Chris Brosnahan, an experienced writer and a long-running facilitator of writing groups. HOUSE RULES 1 - No egos. Everyone's stuff is up for criticism/feedback. 2 - Be constructive. We're not a review group - we're trying to help each other improve. 3\. No pressure\. You can turn up and just observe if you want \- you're not under pressure to read out or feed back\. 4 - We do our best to be a safe space. You don't know the backgrounds of everyone in the room. If you're going to read something that might be problematic or emotionally difficult, talk about it first - and if you're unsure, ask. 5 - We do our best to be a safe space. For particularly graphic scenes, please discuss in advance. A reminder that listening to erotica is, in itself, a sex act, and needs the enthusiastic consent of everyone involved. 6 - Content warnings apply. This doesn't just mean things like sex or violence. It also includes things like abuse, long-term illness, death - think of things that someone may find difficult if they're dealing with at the moment. We do our best to be a safe space. 7 - If you're struggling with anything being read, you can take a break without any justification or questions. 8 - Banned question: "Is this based on your own life?" - it doesn't add anything and can make discussion awkward. Please don't ask it. 9 - Let other people talk. You'll get your chance to feedback or ask questions, but it can be all too easy to talk over people. You also don't need to respond to every piece of feedback. 10 - Keep it respectful. Keep it friendly. Any problems? Get in touch and ask.

Join me for relaxing Art Workshops at London parks and pubs! THIS WEEK; I'll be at the back of Penderals Oak, near the beer garden windows, from 4pm \~ look for art stuff on the table 🎨 ( nearest tube to pub; Holborn ) 👣😊🍻 Explore your creativity no matter what your skill \~ we'll take inspiration from our surroundings, each other, I'll provide tips, advice, and a few art postcards and more, from my own collection 😊 Just £5 suggested donation, or whatever you can afford ; I provide all the Art materials, just bring your imagination 😊 \~\~\~\~\~\~\~ Details \~\~\~\~\~\~\~ Each week, the workshops will be at different locations, a park in warm weather, a pub in cold/rainy weather 😊 Generally they'll be in the late afternoon into the evening, occasionally from around lunch time 😊 See you soon 😊

**We are holding an Agile Standup dinner at the Mercato Metropolitano food court.** https://mercatometropolitano.com/locations/elephant-and-castle/ The focus of the evening is to enjoy amazing food while networking, learning and discussing using agility to create better software, products, teams and organisations. **The evening will take the form of a round table discussion** \- Bring a great question or describe a problem which you'd like to share\, we will then discuss it at the table\. **Who might come along?** Whether you're a seasoned agilest or completely new to it, you are most welcome. **The Dinner** \- Be prepared to pay for your own food and drinks\, what you choose is up to you\. **On the night:** The event starts at 6:00pm, hopefully we'll not be that hard to find. When you arrive, join us and order a drink. We'll aim to eat at around 7pm. Afterwards there will be an opportunity to meet, mingle, discuss and maybe even find mentors or future work colleagues. If you have any questions, just drop us a line. We will finish at around 9:00pm, but you can leave earlier, if you need to. *Photographs may be taken throughout the evening, please let the organisers know if you would prefer not to be featured in them.* Looking forwards to seeing you there.

**SOCIALISE & DINE! meet new people, indulge in delicious fresh THAI flavours, spice up your evening! BOOK VIA THESE LINKS IN ORDER TO ATTEND! [https://fatso.ma/3n5w](https://fatso.ma/3n5w) or [https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/socialise-dine-with-50-off-bill-thai-flavours-enrich-your-social-life-tickets-1984440832951?aff=oddtdtcreator](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/socialise-dine-with-50-off-bill-thai-flavours-enrich-your-social-life-tickets-1984440832951?aff=oddtdtcreator) STRICTLY NO WALK INS! THIS IS PRE BOOKED SEATING.** *If any issues with links please text Eleni in advance!* ***We are enjoying a 50% GENEROUS OFFER OFF THE FOOD BILL AT BUSABA SOHO!*** **A great way to engage with like minded people that love rich, delicious and healthy flavours with a pleasant vibe.** *Introduce yourself with a warm smile, make a fine impression, see it reflected back to you!* Meet new people or catch up with who you may have met in a previous event, make friends, create connections or perhaps find someone that can make your heart sing! **Be part of interesting conversations and enrich your social life.** **A meal is best enjoyed when is cooked with love and shared with joy!** **Perfect strangers can become amazing company to socialise and dine!** **-ASK FOR ELENI'S TABLE UPON ARRIVAL AT THE RESTAURANT HOST** *KINDLY ARRIVE AT 19:00, SO WE CAN SiT, ORDER AND ENJOY OUR MEAL ALL TOGETHER in tables of up to 8 people.* *Food has the ability of taking us places! Be transported through flavours to exotic places, while getting to know new people, creating connections, making memories!* Busaba is modern Bangkok eating in the heart of London. As in Thailand, some dishes are made to share and include a flavoursome selection of freshly prepared salads, Pad Thais, curries and more. With a large portion of the menu being plant-based, it aims to feed the soul, body and mind. Busaba's living ethos is ‘Sookjai’. Based on traditional Buddhist values, sookjai is about avoiding the everyday chaos that distracts you. Instead, focus on taking life as it comes and creating your own reality. Literally, its meaning is ‘to enjoy’ and ‘happy heart’. **Please note that each guest must order a STARTER & ONE MORE ITEM OFTHE MENU in order for the 50% TO BE APPLIED to the whole bill.** The number of additional guests at Eleni's name are from our sister groups. By attending this event you are fully responsible for your own safety, in case of any food allergies you may have. Fee is non refundable, non transferable unless the event is cancelled.

**A night dedicated to spiritual uplifting, with mantra meditation, a short talk and a delicious VEGGIE/VEGAN DINNER** 🌱 SCHEDULE: * **6:30 Mindfulness Intro Meditation** We begin the session with mindfulness exercises, breath-work and a guided meditation. We create a relaxed and peaceful atmosphere that starts us on the right foot for the rest of the night 🌙 **7:00 Wisdom Talk** Every week a new guest speaker sharing ancient spiritual wisdom and philosophy. World-famous monks and yogis, authors, artists, motivational speakers, and more 👀 Check our [Instagram page](https://www.instagram.com/studio108_ldn/) to find out upcoming speakers. * **7:30 Mantra Meditation (Kirtan)** Kirtan and Mantra meditation is a beautiful process of spiritual connection through sound. We allow our ears to take in the vibration of the Mantra and then use our voices to sing out the Mantra, filling the space with an unexpected symphony 🎶 * **8:00 Veggie/Vegan Dinner** 🌱 Served in our wonderful cafe area on the ground floor. The food we serve at Studio 108 is cooked by our amazing team and always made with spiritual consciousness and love ❤️ **Ticket Price** 🎟 (includes Dinner): Door price: General £17 \| *Student £14* Online \(Eventbrite\): General £14 \| *Student £10* **Where** 📍: 57 Theobalds Road, Holborn, WC1X 8SP **When** 📆: Every Wednesday at 6.30pm (Doors open at 6.15pm) [Book online](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/studio-108-34126014551) or pay at the door🚪 [@studio108_ldn](https://www.instagram.com/studio108_ldn/) to stay up to date and find out more.

Join me for relaxing Art Workshops at London parks and pubs! THIS WEEK; I'll be at the back of Penderals Oak, near the beer garden windows, from 4pm \~ look for art stuff on the table 🎨 ( nearest tube; Holborn ) 👣😊🍻 No worries latecomers, we'll be there to 9ish. Explore your creativity no matter what your skill \~ we'll take inspiration from our surroundings, each other, I'll provide tips, advice, and art postcards from my own collection 😊 Just £5 suggested donation, or whatever you can afford ; I provide all the Art materials, just bring your imagination 😊 \~\~\~\~\~\~\~ Details \~\~\~\~\~\~\~ Each week, the workshops will be at different locations, a park in warm weather, a pub in cold/rainy weather 😊 Generally they'll be in the late afternoon into the evening, occasionally from around lunch time 😊 See you soon 😊

***They*** *say there's no such thing as a free lunch, but they're wrong!* **[FoodCycle](https://foodcycle.org.uk/who-we-are/)**'s lovely volunteers use [unwanted food](https://cityharvest.org.uk/about-city-harvest) to produce three course, [meat-free recipe](https://foodcycle.org.uk/recipes/) (tell them you're vegan) **[community meals](https://foodcycle.org.uk/community-meals/)** across [England](https://foodcycle.org.uk/find-a-meal/), that are free to all. [FoodCycle Woolwich](https://foodcycle.org.uk/location/foodcycle-woolwich/) ([map](https://maps.app.goo.gl/XVEi9poq68YRxQX86)\|[video](https://youtu.be/5VEIsN1aCk4)) is every Friday (with rare exception; I'm notified by text), at **[Woolwich Common Community Centre](https://www.wccc.org.uk/)**'s accessible [main hall](https://www.wccc.org.uk/gallery?pgid=l3le3lp7-1daa7232-8086-4a0d-82cb-1c2a7887d105). I sometimes help the Hosting team, and have met a few other vegan [volunteers](https://volunteer.foodcycle.org.uk/opportunity/a1dQs000000fmvPIAQ), inc. chef and fellow [SE18 Vegans](https://www.facebook.com/groups/SE18Vegans) member John, who has a vegan daughter like me :-) P.S. You can bring food containers, in case of leftovers.

Hello everyone 😊 🙏🏽 We're finally ready for our first ever ***[Desi Vegans](https://chat.whatsapp.com/FbY4xfNsuqQKE0cyVAxoOV)*** *Chai and Chaat* event! ***Chai and Chaat at [Indian Veg](https://www.happycow.net/reviews/indian-veg-bhelpoori-house-north-london-699)*** ☕ 🇮🇳 A table has been provisionally reserved for 8 (adjusting as needed) for *7pm Friday 13th March* *[Indian Veg, 92-93 Chapel Market, London N1 9EX](https://maps.app.goo.gl/sKtYvJy7SFLJwyyD8)* Please RSVP if attending, and kindly update your RSVP and Comment if you're no longer able to attend. \~ Amisha

Join me for a wonder around Guildhall Art Galllery, followed by a late lunch / early dinner, possibly at a Wetherspoons 😊🍻 We'll gather from 11.30-11.45ish, outside Farringdon station, & then it's just a 15-20 mins walk from there up to the gallery 😊 The Guildhall has a range of artworks including a new exhibition to explore, plus roman ruins in the basement!

Join us for a deliciously fun time at our Cheese Club! Each meeting is all about discovering new cheeses, exploring creative pairings, and enjoying great conversations. Parents, take a break and unwind in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. Our Cheese Club is designed for families or parents to connect, learn about the world of cheese, and bond with other families. Every Saturday, 11.00am-12.00pm Silas: +44 7719 733103

Hello lovely people! Back to our Central London Route We’ll be crawling through some of the best, most delightful, and tastiest bakeries in London. The Locations are Top and not too overcrowded for being so Central It will be a chance to: * Discover hidden gems * Have a lovely time out * Socialise and make new friends Are you coming on your own? Don't worry, almost all of us do. We’ll all be there to have fun and chat! **Meeting point**: It will be at the first bakery, CHESTNUT BAKERY, from 2:00PM The group will leave the Chestnut Bakery and start walking around 3pm 🥐 **1\. Chestnut Bakery – Covent Garden** From 2:00pm to 3:00pm 📍 Address: 24 Floral Street, WC2E 9DS [https://maps.app.goo.gl/GojMxPhCb1pVTSFi8](https://maps.app.goo.gl/GojMxPhCb1pVTSFi8) **Highlights:** Artisan breads and flatbreads, pistachio pain suisse, vegan cinnamon buns, and excellent seasonal pastries. Cozy and modern vibe with a cashless-only policy. Walking time to Arôme Bakery: \~7 minutes / 550 meters *** 🥖 \*\*2. Arôme Bakery – Covent Garden Area From 3:00pm to 3:45pm 📍 Address: 9 Mercer Street, WC2H 9QJ [https://maps.app.goo.gl/iLC6za8qES5u1jc79](https://maps.app.goo.gl/iLC6za8qES5u1jc79) **Highlights:** French-Asian fusion pastries like miso bacon escargot and honey butter toast, plus great artisan coffee. Small, popular spot—walk-in only. 🍰 \*\*3. Walk through Neal'Yard, Neal's Yard Market **After that?** **Depending on the weather, we might decide to go to a park or for a drink 😀** Feel free to DM if you have any questions ❌This is the Original Bakery Crawl, carried out since May 2025 with free attendance and no donations required. It is organised by LIFE LONDON GROUP. See you soon! ❌ *Requirements: Some venues in London might require ID for entry so please make sure you have one (Passport or Driving License)* *Disclaimer*\*:\*\* By attending this event, you agree that you do so at your own risk. The event organiser is not responsible for any loss, theft, injury, or damage to personal property. Please keep your belongings secure.\* *The host is not responsible for the actions of individuals during the event.*

**Geekstraveganza** is a fun, friendly gathering for good company, tasty vegan food, and board/card games! We’ll have plenty to play, but feel free to bring your own. **Mother’s Day Special**: bring your mum to play some board games! Free drink from Karamel for all mothers dining there 🥂 🎟️ **Free entry**, just RSVP! 🗓 **Sunday** 15 March 2026 🕐 13:00 – 19:00 📍 [Karamel Club](http://www.musicglue.com/karamel) - [4 Coburg Rd, London N22 6UJ](https://maps.app.goo.gl/9pKfu6McuPZ9N3hF7) *💬 [Group chat](https://londonvegannetwork.netlify.app/Geekstraveganza) in the London Vegan Network community on WhatsApp* 🤓 Everyone’s welcome — regulars are happy to teach, and hosts can introduce you or suggest games. **Drop in anytime**; new games start as people arrive. 🤤 The venue hosts us for free, so please grab some food or drinks from the **100% vegan kitchen and bar** to support them. Don’t miss **Kath & Roger’s legendary Sunday roast** with all the trimmings! 🚉 Closest stations: **Wood Green** and **Alexandra Palace**. ➡️ Find us in the **room behind the bar** (and sometimes also in the main area). ♿️ **Step-free access** and a **wheelchair-accessible toilet** are available. 🐶 **Dog-friendly venue**, so furry friends are welcome too!

🌱 Vegan Dinner + Bowling Night 🎳 Join us for a relaxed vegan dinner at Loving Hut on Saturday, March 14 from 6:00–8:00 PM. We’ll enjoy delicious plant-based food, good conversation, and chill, friendly vibes. After dinner, we’ll head over for bowling at Holiday Lanes for some fun and laughs 🎉 ✨ All are welcome 🥗 100% vegan dinner 🎳 Bowling afterwards (optional) Come eat, connect, and enjoy a fun Saturday night together 💚 Locations: Loving Hut 6569 E Livingston Ave Reynoldsburg, OH 43068 Holiday lanes 4589 E Broad St Columbus, OH 43213

At Evolve Synergy Sessions, you'll be part of a supportive mastermind where we share challenges, brainstorm solutions, and inspire one another to take bold steps in our businesses. Grow your network, gain fresh perspectives, and build meaningful relationships with like-minded women who are committed to success. Whether you’re looking to move the needle in your business or simply need a space to connect and recharge, this is the perfect place to fuel your entrepreneurial journey. [Add Event to Calendar](https://evolvecolumbus.eventcalendarapp.com/) \*\* Please note, we will be arriving around 8:15a for open networking! Get there early and get connected! Contact Alexis Morley at [alexis.morley@edwardjones.com](mailto:alexis.morley@edwardjones.com) or Terri Lawson at [terri.lawson@e-merge.com](mailto:terri.lawson@e-merge.com) for more information.

Join the **Columbus Vegan Meetup** for a night of great food and even better high notes! We’re heading to **Basil Thai Cafe** for a feast, followed by karaoke right at the bar. * **When:** Thursday, March 12th * **Dinner:** 7:00 PM * **Karaoke:** 8:00 PM * **Where:** Basil Thai Cafe (inside VHS Social Club), 520 S Front St, Columbus, OH **Note:** While Basil Thai Cafe is not a strictly vegan restaurant, they have a **ton of vegan options** on the menu for us to enjoy! Can't wait to see you there! 🌱✨

A great movie deserves a great dinner! Join us after PROJECT HAIL MARY for another fun and tasty dinner at a CMG-favorite restaurant, FUGU SUSHI! RSVPs are limited for the dinner portion of this event! Here are complete details: FUGU SUSHI: Fugu Sushi offers a truly authentic experience that keeps customers (and the Movie Group) coming back for more. They offer an extensive menu with a delightful array of options and something for everyone! From their top-rated sushi, to tasty appetizers, soups, salads, bento boxes, tempura, delicious teriyaki dishes (including chicken, shrimp, salmon, tofu, vegetable and more), and vegetarian and vegan options, you’ll be certain to find something you love! MENU: https://www.fugusushicolumbus.com/menus RSVP: An RSVP here means you're signed up for the DINNER portion of this event. Seating is limited. If you also plan to join for the movie, please also RSVP in the separate event listing for the movie portion of this event. For the movie, we'll meet in the theater lobby at 2:10pm for the 2:30pm SuperScreen DLX showing. Advance ticket purchase for the movie is advised. Please RSVP in both events, if you plan to attend the movie and dinner. Look forward to seeing you there, Dan

***Okay, call me crazy but you have got to try their chip n dip!*** Club 185 is a true hidden gem in German Village! Seriously, old school, good comfort food and drink. We will try to gather in spaces near the windows. While we'll share Chip n Dip, you'll want to order a sandwich, too. **Where the Chip Began (1817)** Potato chips can be traced back to an English chef, William Kitchiner, who includes ‘crisps’ in his bestselling cookbook, “The Cook’s Oracle.” **Chip and Dip Popularity** The popularity of chip and dip skyrockets at the end of World War II with new entertainment fads and the introduction of Lipton’s new advertising campaign for their famous French Onion Dip. (Club 185 doesn't openly admit it, but I'm pretty sure that's their dip recipe!) **[Club 185](http://club185.com/)**—a true neighborhood bar serving since 1954, when it was known as a local 'speak-easy'. Located in German Village, Club 185 features a menu of quality casual comfort food and full bar. From politicians to lawyers, hardhats to hipsters—all find Club 185 the perfect place to tame their hunger and quench their thirst! **PARKING**: I know, brick street parallel parking can be a pain. Two other choices, metered parking along Livingston heading towards Children's Hospital or across the street in the large church lot (park in spaces farthest away from the church entrance doors, closer to the street). **PRE-EVENT**: **HAPPY HOUR (3-5pm)**: Italian drinks and bites at [Cento's happy hour](https://centogermanvillage.com/menus/), nearby.