Manchester Jewish Museum invite their audiences to “The Table”, an evening culinary experience, inspired by Jewish migration
On the evening of Thursday, 5 December, Manchester Jewish Museum invites all food lovers and culture enthusiasts to embark on a one-of-a-kind culinary journey with “The Table”, an intimate evening dining event that promises to tantalise the tastebuds and ignite the imagination.
For the first time, the museum’s café transforms into an exclusive dining destination, offering an elevated four-course vegetarian meal inspired by the rich tapestry of Jewish migration stories. Drawing from the vibrant flavours of Morocco, Syria, and Eastern Europe, The Table invites guests to explore Jewish heritage through inventive dishes rooted in history and tradition.
Each dish served during the evening will be carefully curated, drawing inspiration from stories in the museum’s collection. Richard McCarthy, Café and Retail Operations Manager at the museum says:
“What excites me most about curating the food for “The Table” is the opportunity to bring history to life through taste. Each dish becomes a storytelling medium, allowing us to interpret the museum’s objects in a sensory and deeply personal way. I love the challenge of blending tradition and innovation, crafting menus that honour the past while engaging modern palates.”
What makes The Table truly special is its setting within the Manchester Jewish Museum itself. During the evening event, guests will have the rare opportunity to connect with the museum’s stories in an intimate way – through sound, objects, and film. They will encounter oral histories, artefacts, and multimedia presentations, immersing them in Jewish stories that span generations and continents. The museum team hope to make “The Table” not only a unique culinary journey but also a communal experience where food and conversation intertwine with history, creating a space for discovery, reflection, and connection.
Elysia Lukoszevieze, Creative Producer at Manchester Jewish Museum, adds:
“I have found it so exciting to look at the stories in our collection through the lens of food, collaborating with our café team to preserve the culture of the people that inspired the dishes, just as they did through the objects they brought with them to Manchester. This event is going to be unique, bold, and different – but still quintessentially Manchester Jewish Museum.”
The Manchester Jewish Museum café is renowned for its contemporary vegetarian kosher-style menu, which incorporates local produce and authentic Jewish recipes. Taking inspiration from the diverse stories presented in the museum’s gallery, the café is part of the visitors’ experience and an invitation to take a moment to gather round a table, reflect on their visit and to connect with one another. In 2022 it was awarded Museum Café or Restaurant of the Year title at the Museum + Heritage Awards and has since been continuously praised in customer reviews. With “The Table”, the cafe continues its tradition of innovation by reimagining beloved flavours in a way that bridges the past and present.
Tickets to “The Table” can be booked online at https://www.manchesterjewishmuseum.com/event/the-table-an-intimate-dining-experience/. Early bookings are strongly encouraged due to limited capacity.
