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6 Jul 2025

Bradford Literature Festival: A Culinary Journey through al-Andalus

Fiona Dunlop & Daniel L. Newman

Insight into medieval food culture across al-Andalus and North Africa.

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Date 6 Jul 2025
Times 6-7pm
Location Bradford Live
Tickets £7 ↓

Join acclaimed food writer Fiona Dunlop and scholar Daniel L. Newman for a sensory journey through the rich culinary heritage of al-Andalus.

Dunlop’s Andaluz explores the lasting influence of Moorish cuisine in southern Spain, featuring ingredients like saffron and almonds rooted in Arab and Berber traditions. Newman’s translation of The Exile’s Cookbook offers rare insight into medieval food culture across al-Andalus and North Africa.

Together, they discuss the historical and modern significance of these dishes, revealing how centuries of cultural exchange continue to shape the region’s vibrant flavours. A feast of stories, history, and taste.

About the Big Tasty Read

The Big Tasty Read is a brand-new nationwide campaign blending the joy of reading with the love of food. Led by Bradford Council’s Bradford Libraries and delivered as part of Bradford 2025 UK City of Culture, the campaign will feature an exciting programme of events taking place across Bradford district and beyond. 

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The Big Tasty Read is delivered by The Reading Agency and BBC Arts with additional funding from Arts Council England. The campaign is delivered in partnership with Bradford Libraries and Bradford 2025 in association with Bradford Literature Festival.

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