The Surprise Chelsea

An intimate evening with Simonetta Wenkert to discover the rich history behind Ida; the beloved local eatery & small yet resilient restaurant nestled between Kilburn and Kensal Rise. ‘Simonetta invites you to the table, with a menu of intimate stories and confidently unfussy recipes. This book is heartfelt and captivating’ – Yotam Ottolenghi

Join Oliver Bayliss of Bayliss Rare Books for an engaging talk on the art of collecting rare books. With years of experience uncovering literary treasures, Oliver will share insights into what makes a book rare, the thrill of discovery, and stories from his hunts for the most elusive of texts. Oliver will also be bringing a number of first editions from his shelves to share with us. As a noted dealer Oliver has curated full collections for clients, helped to design libraries, sourced some of the hardest to find works on the planet and travelled far and wide for elusive first editions. Including highly sought-after classics such as signed Harry potter first editions, and the full James Bond collection.

An evening of guided tastings of select Curraghmore whiskeys & expert insights into the heritage and craftsmanship behind each expression coupled with a curated menu of canapés, designed to complement the rich aromas and flavours of the whiskey. Join Richard de la Poer Beresford, the Earl of Tyrone, for an exclusive event and an opportunity for whiskey enthusiasts and collectors to deepen their appreciation for fine Irish whiskey in a historic yet modern setting. the much-anticipated Curraghmore Single Estate Pot Still Whiskey, crafted with oats and barley grown on the Curraghmore Estate in Waterford, Ireland. Guests will also enjoy exclusive tastings from each of the individual casks used in creating this special release.