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Iconic Book Food Cooking Session
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Iconic Book Food Cooking Session

Monday, October 5, 2026 · 10:00 AMYMCA North Staffordshire · Stoke-on-Trent

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Remember those iconic dishes from storybooks that you always wished to taste? If so, October 5th is your day. Join us at YMCA North Staffordshire for a workshop where we'll recreate recipes inspired by famous books for an incredible literary feast! Led by one of our master chefs, you'll be guided through each step to create a mini version of a book-inspired dish to take home. What to Expect A 2-hour workshop to experiment and make your own collection Materials, ingredients and utensils are all provided Session will be supervised by YMCA Chefs Suitable for ages 16+ About the Venue YMCA North Staffordshire is located on Harding Road, Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent, ST1 3AE. Wheelchair Access: The ground floor is fully accessible Toilets: An accessible toilet and general toilets are available onsite. Parking: Onsite parking is available for event guests, including Blue Badge spaces. Please register your car registration plate on arrival. Additional Support: Assistance dogs are welcome. Public transport links: The venue is a 12-minute walk from Hanley Bus Station, which is served by a wide range of First Potteries and D&G routes. The nearest railway station is Stoke-on-Trent, around 1.5 miles away. It's about 10 minutes by taxi or bus (Routes: 9, 23,24,25) or a pleasant stroll through Hanley Park is 17 minutes. Arrival : Please arrive promptly for the event to start at 12pm About Stoke Book Festival Join us for a week of inspiring author talks, creative workshops, performances and community events, bringing readers and writers together from across Stoke-on-Trent and beyond. Stoke-on-Trent is a city built on creativity, craftsmanship and community. This October, we’re bringing those qualities together for the Stoke Book Festival. We break down barriers to participation, champion books, inspire creativity and create opportunities for residents and visitors to connect with literature, learning and culture. By bringing together national and local talent, schools, libraries, businesses and communities, our goal is to improve engagement with reading and support youth literacy development in Stoke-on-Trent. To discover more visit: www.StokeBookFestival.co.uk Good to Know Please arrive 15–20 minutes before the event Late entry may not be possible once the event has started Tickets are non-refundable except in the event of cancellation by the festival Photography may be taken during the festival, please tag us!