We have many exciting events coming up in the next few months, please have a look and book.
PLATINUM AMICI EVENTS – If you have been on 7, or more, holidays with us you’re a Platinum member, be sure to check out your exclusive events here
We have many exciting events coming up in the next few months, please have a look and book.
PLATINUM AMICI EVENTS – If you have been on 7, or more, holidays with us you’re a Platinum member, be sure to check out your exclusive events here
Date: Sunday 30th June
Time: 11 am
Price: £20 includes refreshments
Venue: Home Grown, 44 Great Cumberland Place, Marylebone, London, W1H 7BS
Discover your best self at the exclusive Home Grown Club in London. Join us for master classes led by the esteemed team from Trish McEvoy and Fiona Lambert (known for her transformative roles at Next, Jaeger, and many others).
Date: Sunday 28th July 2024
Time: 10 am – 6 pm
Price: £50
Venue: Home Grown, 44 Great Cumberland Place, Marylebone, London, W1H 7BS
Nearest transport link: Marble Arch Tube, then 3 minutes walk.
Date: Tuesday 30th July 2024
Times: 11 am exhibition – 1 pm Jose Pizarro restaurant
Price: £22pp: Royal Academy + £45pp: Lunch
Venue: Meet at Royal Academy, Burlington House, London, W1J 0BD
Date: Thursday 15th August
Time: 11 am
Meet at: Tunbridge Wells Station
Price: £50 pp
Dates:
Time: 11:30 am or 12:00 pm and lasts approximately 3.5 hours
Price: £70 pp
Where: The tour starts in central Manchester.
Date: Saturday 12th October 2024
Time: 2:30 pm
Price: £25
Venue: The Caledonian Club 9 Halkin Street, Belgravia, London SW1X 7DR
Join us for an afternoon of wine and celebration as we gather with fellow members of the Amici Club for our Annual Wine Tasting Afternoon at the fabulous Caledonian Club in central London.
Date: Wednesday 6th November 2024
Time: 11 am – 2.30 pm
Price: £65 pp
Venue: Divertimenti Cookshop & Cookery School, 227-229 Brompton Rd, London, SW32EP
Nearest transport link: Knightsbridge Tube station – 4 minute walk.
Join expert chef Jo Pratt for a festive Christmas cooking demonstration at Divertimenti, where culinary magic and holiday cheer come together. In this exclusive event, Jo will guide attendees through creating a spectacular Christmas feast, showcasing her exceptional skills, and sharing treasured recipes and techniques.
Date: Thursday 7th November 2024
Time: Evening Event, exact time to follow
Price: £12.40pp
Venue: Welford Park Welford, Newbury RG20 8HU
Nearest transport links: Newbury and Hungerford Stations
Experience the magic of the start of the holiday season with an enchanting evening at Welford Park and their Spectacle of Light event. Explore the illuminated gardens filled with dazzling displays, while admiring the historic surroundings of the estate.
Date: Saturday 7 December 2024
Time: 3 pm
Price: £30
Venue: Cadogan Hall, 5 Sloane Terrace, London SW1X 9DQ
Get into the festive spirit with The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra’s much-loved Christmas Cracker concert at Cadogan Hall. Enjoy a spectacular lineup of festive performances, featuring much-loved Christmas classics and joyful carols as we take the front row for the show.
3 Dates available :
Time: 2:30 pm – 6 pm
Price: £25
Venue: Flavours Office, 1 Miller Row, Edinburgh, EH4 3BQ
Join us at the fabulously festive Flavours’ Demonstration Kitchen for a choice of an entire afternoon of Christmas food preparation.
Date: Saturday 25th January 2025
Time: TBC
Price: TBC
Venue: Flavours Holidays Demonstration Kitchen, 1 Miller Row, Edinburgh, EH4 3BQ
Please email us at events@flavoursholidays.com to register your interest in this event.
Join us for an evening embracing the rich cultural heritage of Scotland as we celebrate the life and works of the legendary poet, Robert Burns. Indulge in traditional Scottish delicacies, from hearty haggis to buttery shortbread, expertly prepared by our talented chefs. Enjoy the sounds of bagpipes and readings of Burns’ timeless poetry, our celebration promises to be a joyous tribute to Scottish history and culture.
Date: Friday 24th January 2025
Time: TBC
Price: The exhibition is free
Venue: The National Gallery Entrance, The Mound, Edinburgh, EH2 2EL
Please email us at events@flavoursholidays.com to register your interest in this event.
Immerse yourself in JMW Turner’s world-famous watercolour paintings, in this thought-provoking exhibition at National Galleries Scotland. The extensive works span the master’s career, from his early topographical wash drawings to his atmospheric sketches of continental Europe in the 1830s and ’40s. Don’t miss this exclusive annual showcase – a rare chance to delve into Turner’s artistic legacy right here in Scotland.
Read more about the exhibition here
Joseph Mallord William Turner, Venice from the Lagoon, Out of Copyright, National Galleries of Scotland. https://www.nationalgalleries.org/art-and-artists/19228
Venue: Divertimenti Cookshop & Cookery School, 227-229 Brompton Rd, London, SW32EP
Nearest transport links: Gloucester Road Underground Station
Description: Prepare your palate for an adventure curated by Divertimenti’s expert chefs, who draw inspiration from the vibrant culinary scene of the city. Each dish is crafted with care and creativity, promising the ultimate foodie experience! From tantalising starters to decadent mains and mouthwatering desserts, every bite is a celebration of flavour. But the Supper Club experience is about more than just the food — it’s about coming together with fellow Amicis and foodie enthusiasts. From lively conversations to shared moments of past Flavours adventures, the Supper Club offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere where friendships are forged and memories are made. Join us for an evening of food and fun at Divertimenti’s London Supper Club, where the art of cooking meets the joy of dining.
Please email us at events@flavoursholidays.com to register your interest in this event.
As a Platinum member we invite you to one complimentary lunch/dinner per year please choose from the options below
Date: Friday 26th July 2024
Time: 7.30 pm arrival
Venue: Hobbs House Bakery, Nailsworth, 4 George St, Nailsworth, Stroud GL6 0AG, UK
Price: Complimentary
Please email us at events@flavoursholidays.com to register your interest in this event.
Enjoy a unique evening dining experience crafted by renowned chef, baker, and TV presenter Henry Herbert, where local flavours and seasonal ingredients take centre stage. Each dish celebrates Henry’s culinary expertise, from hearty mains to irresistible desserts. Gather with Platinum Amici friends and fellow food enthusiasts for a fabulous countryside feast in the heart of the Cotswolds.
Date: 31st August
Time: 1 pm
Venue: Flavours Demonstration Kitchen
Price: Complimentary
Please email us at events@flavoursholidays.com to register your interest in this event.
Join our Edinburgh Lunch Club at The Flavours Kitchen where one of our expert chefs will be cooking up a storm exclusively for Platinum Amici members. This will be an afternoon of great food, exquisite wine, and even better company.
Date: Friday 6th December 2024
Time: TBC
Venu: The Palomar
Price: Complimentary
Please email us at events@flavoursholidays.com to register your interest in this event.
Join our London Lunch Club at The Palomar, where the vibrant flavours of Moroccan cuisine are showcased in an array of tantalising dishes, from fragrant tagines to savoury mezzes. Gather with fellow Platinum Amici Members for an afternoon of foodie delights and unforgettable flavours!
Date: Friday 21st February 2025
Time: 12:30 pm
Venu: Italiana fiftyfive Unit 4 Great Northern Warehouse Deansgate M3 4EN
Price: Complimentary
Please email us at events@flavoursholidays.com to register your interest in this event.
Lunch with Platinum Amicis what a way to spend a day. Join Lorne at Italiana fiftyfive, an authentic and independent Neapolitan concept in the heart of Manchester. Brought to you by an experienced Italian team from Italy. Italiano 55 brings you real Italian food from the heart, in a. relaxed cool café environment, where modern meets tradition, letting you temporarily escape to the city of Naples.
We love hosting events for our Amici! Our events give us the chance to spend time with our Amici and catch up with one another.
Over the years we have made very fond memories at our events and we can’t wait to make more!
Chelsea Physic Garden, 66 Royal Hospital Road, Chelsea, LONDON, SW3 4HS, Wednesday 12th June 2024
What a lovely day! We had a private guided walking tour of the grounds, taking in a variety of botanical plants, followed by a lovely lunch. in the Venetian restaurant, Polpo.
EPC Lab, 53 Monmouth Street, London WC2H 9DG, Monday 10th June 2024
Our senses were delighted with an afternoon at The Experimental Perfume Club. We delved into the fascinating world of scent in this creative, hands-on, fun, and a expert-led workshop.
Flavours Office, Dean Village, Wednesday May 29th, 2024
Author, Chef, and Sardinian resident, Letitia Clark shared her favourite Italian dishes with Amici guests in Edinburgh. Guests sampled seasonal dishes including sumptuous Orange Blossom and Honey Amarettis. The day was a great opportunity to network with other Amici guests and take home a signed copy of this vibrant cookbook.
Denbies Wine Estate Ltd, London Road, Dorking Surrey RH5 6AA, Thursday 23rd May 2024
Amici Events 2024 got off to a great start on Thursday 23rd May at Denbies Wine Estate, one of England’s largest single estate vineyards, with an exclusive guided tour of their stunning vineyard and learn about their wine-making process. The tour was followed by a private wine tasting in their impressive cellar after which we enjoyed a delicious two-course lunch in their light and airy restaurant. We then wandered through the lush vineyards and took in the Surrey Hills’ beauty while learning about Denbies’ rich winemaking heritage. Join us for an insightful and indulgent day out to one of the UK’s leading wine producers, responsible for more than 10% of the UK-grown vines.
Turner Exhibition of Watercolours Edinburgh, Thursday 11th January 2024
We had another successful trip to the National Gallery of Scotland in January, a small group got together with Pippa and Mark Holden to view the exhibition.
The watercolours are exhibited every year, free of charge, but only for January when the light is at its weakest. Since 1901, NGS has faithfully maintained this tradition and displayed the watercolours for the first month of the year only. So it is always a pleasure to see these watercolours displayed to such an exact standard. The room was light-painted, unlike previous years where the paintings had been displayed against a darker backdrop – for us this made the watercolours come alive. Taking time to ‘look’ we saw the figure in the right foreground of the painting that was gifted to Sir Walter Scott is a self-portrait of Turner himself, the painting of the view of Melrose with the Tweed winding off to the Eildon Hills all painted around Abbotsford – Scott’s home are only a few inches high.
We then took ourselves off for a well-earned coffee and cake and enjoyed a good catch-up in the Scottish Cafe.
We had a fun night out on Sunday 10th December 2023 at Cadogan Hall for West End Does Christmas 2023, in aid of the Dementia Choir
The hall itself is a gem – built in 1907 as a Christian Science Church with fantastic stain glass windows designed by a Danish nobleman. Hidden almost but in the heart of Chelsea – seating for 950 but it was a surprisingly intimate venue and we experienced a very real feeling of being part of the performance. We were a group of 12 to see the West End does Christmas 2023 – it was lovely to see our Guests and spend time together
The concert was a mix of contemporary and traditional carols and songs and included guest choirs from Stagebox Musical Theatre, Guildford School of Acting and Our Dementia Choir.
We all really had a great time and enjoyed all the singing, the atmosphere really helped to make us all feel like Christmas was coming !
We will be back again, so watch this space…
Thank you to our Amici Wreath team for joining us on 20th November 2023 for our Christmas Workshop, in the office.
We had a productive morning. 13 wreaths were made and mince pies were eaten.
To quote one of our guests:
‘Who would not enjoy tangling a Virginia creeper and trimming a teasel while munching mince pies and sipping Prosecco? and for such a good cause! ‘
We had a really interesting visit to the Grayson Perry exhibition on Thursday 2nd November 2023. Mark, one of our painting tutors, was joined by Pippa and eight Amicis to see the show. Visually impressive the show is definitely a talking piece – we enjoyed getting together for a natter over tea and cake afterward to share our thoughts.
Another enjoyable evening watching Jenny Eclair at the Duchess Theatre on Monday 23rd October 2023.
Another fantastic wine-tasting event with Nikki Welch supported by the Flavours Team and some of our Italian team as well. 100 Amicis together at The Caledonian Club in Belgravia with wine chosen by Nikki from The Great Wine Company, an independent wine company celebrating 40 years this year.
This year we focused on Italian wine from the regions that we visit with our holidays. Nikki chose some unusual wines and it was interesting to try them and experience something new.
Lots of fun and reconnections were made!
Don’t forget you can get a 20% discount if you’re buying from The Great Wine Company.
Please contact us for more details.
We are delighted to say that our annual wine-tasting events made a comeback for 2022. Our favourite wine expert and founder of the Wine Tube Map, Nikki Welch, hosted our wine tasting and our favourite wine merchant, Tom Gilbey supplied the wines for us to taste chosen by Nikki.
It was a pleasure seeing our Amici in London at the Caledonian Club on Saturday 29th of October 2022.
Some of our Amici joined us up in Edinburgh at the Flavours Holidays office to taste traditional Italian wines from various different regions! Nikki Welch was absolutely fantastic and taught us so much about the wines.
We loved catching up with so many of you at our Pasta Grannies book launch events this winter. As many you know, our long-time host Livia is involved in the hugely successful Pasta Grannies project. We teamed up with her and Pasta Grannies founder Vicky Bennison at their cookbook launch evenings in London, Manchester, and Edinburgh. Below are some photos from the events.
Sponsored talks by Matthew Fort & Jenny Eclair.