ClassicsFest 2026 | Food & Hospitality from Antiquity to Today
Events List
Saturday 16th May | 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm
A LIVE Lit & Phil Event | £10
Saturday 16th May | 5pm
Food & Hospitality from Antiquity to Today
With Prof Athanassios Vergados, Professor of Greek, Newcastle University, Chef Archie Smith from Seven Bridges Cafe, Professors James Staples & Luke Heslop, Co-Producers of the Migration Menu, and Laura Coffey, author and journalist.
Explore the ancient Greek idea of xenia, or hospitality, and its modern relevance. Scholars, a chef, and a writer discuss how shared meals build relationships and community, accompanied by food tasting.
This event is supported by the Institute of Classical Studies – Henry Brown Trust.
A LIVE Lit & Phil Event |£10 (includes food)
(If you would prefer to book directly over the phone, please call the Library Desk team on 0191 232 0192 and they will be happy to help)
