Name: SHELINA PERMALOO
Start: 2026-05-03T14:30:00+01:00
End: 2026-05-03T16:00:00+01:00
Location: Gold Hill

Shelina's session will highlight the stories behind her recipes and the diverse culinary traditions that define her island's food culture.
About this Event

Shelina is a Mauritian chef, author and television personality known for her warm, inclusive approach to food. Her cooking celebrates the multicultural heritage of Mauritian cuisine—a beautiful fusion of African, Indian, Chinese and French influences. Shelina's session will highlight the stories behind her recipes and the diverse culinary traditions that define her island's food culture.

WHY THIS MATTERS

Culinary Diversity: Each chef brings a different cultural heritage and culinary tradition to the festival. Together, they celebrate the richness and diversity of global food culture, demonstrating how food connects us across borders and traditions.Television Meets Reality: Audiences will experience these familiar faces in an intimate, interactive setting—watching them cook live, asking questions, and connecting with them beyond the screen. Accessible Excellence: The Kitchen Table brings professional culinary expertise to Shaftesbury, offering the community access to world-class cooks and genuine food education.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Live Cookery Demonstrations - Each chef will prepare signature recipes from their latest book, explaining techniques, ingredients, and the stories behind the dishes.
Samples & Tasting - Audience members will enjoy tastings of the dishes being prepared—a chance to experience the chefs' cooking firsthand.
Meet & Greet - Following each demonstration, there will be an opportunity to meet the chefs, ask questions, and have books signed.
Book Signings - Signed copies of each chefs' latest book will be available for purchase at the event.

VALE FAMILY HUB

All proceeds from donations benefit Vale Family Hub, a vital community resource providing affordable access to quality food and support for local families. By attending, visitors directly support food security and community wellbeing in Shaftesbury.

ABOUT THE KITCHEN TABLE

The Kitchen Table is a beloved independent bookshop specializing in food writing, cookbooks, culinary memoir and gastronomic journalism. We celebrate the stories, culture and craft behind food, and champion both established and emerging food writers and authors.