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    Trinity Theatre Invites You To, ‘An Audience With Atul Kochhar’

    Trinity Theatre Invites You To, ‘An Audience With Atul Kochhar’

    Thursday 8th October 2026 at Essence.

An Audience With Atul Kochhar at Essence in Tunbridge Wells


Trinity Theatre Invites You on Thursday 8th October 2026 at Essence.

Join us on Thursday 8th October 2026 for ‘An Audience With Atul Kochhar’, in support of Trinity Theatre. After the huge success of our fundraiser in 2025, we have decided to make this an annual event. This year guests will enjoy a cooking masterclass by Chef Atul, followed by a 5 course curated menu and optional wine pairing. Essence will be donating 2 signed books and dinner for two, along with 15% of food proceeds to Trinity Theatre.

INCLUDES

  • complimentary glass of Prosecco on arrival.
  • cooking demonstration by Chef Atul Kochhar with short Q&A
  • 5 course menu curated by Chef Atul, (service charge included).
  • optional wine pairing, £35 (4 wines), plus 12.5% service charge.
  • additional drinks chargeable plus 12.5% service charge.

THE EVENING’S EVENTS

  • 6pm arrival drinks, (complimentary glass of Prosecco)
  • 6.15pm cooking demonstration by Chef Atul Kochhar with short Q&A
  • 7pm dinner.
  • 9pm after dessert served, raffle, (including prize of 2 signed books and dinner for two at Essence).
  • 10-10.30pm Close.

NOTE : A 50% deposit per person will be taken by card payment at the time of booking, with the remainder plus 12.5% service charge due on the evening.

CANCELLATIONS : Please note : If you are unable to attend we require 72 hours notice in order to make a full refund. Due to the exclusivity of this event, cancellation notifications under 72 hours are non-refundable.

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HOURS

Open seven days per week

Monday to Thursday
Lunch: 12 noon – 2.30 pm
Dinner: 5.30 pm – 10.00 pm

Friday
12 noon – 2.30 pm
5.30 pm -10.30 pm

Saturday
12 noon – 10.30 pm

Sunday
12 noon – 2.30 pm
5.30 pm to 9.00 pm

CONTACT

01892 362 332
info@essencerestaurants.co.uk

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