Wilderness Kitchen, in Hotel Indigo London Clerkenwell, is hosting a rolling programme of cultural talks, discussions and creative events in Clerkenwell, designed as easy, social alternatives to the usual night out.

Think bite-sized talks on London’s hidden history, art, literature and even craft evenings, the kind of events you can drop into midweek, learn something new, and still be home at a reasonable hour.

They’re hosted in the restaurants characterful spaces, and you can pair them with food if you want to make an evening of it, but equally, they work as a quick, free cultural fix with friends.

Some upcoming events include:
“Hidden Holborn and Little Italy” Talk lead by Diane Burstein – 26th April
“Past Pranks & Historic Hoaxes” Talk lead by Eleanor Jackson – 3rd May
Sip & Sparkle – Rhinestone Cowboy Hat Workshop – 9th May
Wilde About Oscar: Famous for Being Famous (& INfamous) by Simon Whitehouse – 10th May
“London On Film” Talk led by Rachel Kolsky – 17th May
Sip & Stitch – Personalise your own journal – 23rd May