An Eat Ethio Gathering

7th June 2026

Turner Contemporary

A day-long gathering of coffee ceremonies, shared food, and listening sessions exploring Ethiopian culture through ritual, sound, and collective experience at Margate's Turner Contemporary

10am – 11am, 1pm – 3pm, 7pm – 8pm

Foyle Rooms

Across three events, artist and curator Helina Tesega invites audiences to spend time together through shared rituals of listening, eating, and conversation. Rooted in Ethiopian traditions and shaped by experiences across Shanghai, Hong Kong, London, and Margate, the programme brings together coffee ceremony, communal dining, and music in the Foyle Rooms.

Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony, 10am – 11am £30

Begin the day with a traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony, prepared and served slowly as an act of gathering and welcome. Guests are invited to sit together, take part in the process, and experience coffee as a shared cultural ritual grounded in conversation, care, and hospitality.

Shared Lunch, 1pm – 3pm £65

A communal lunch centred on seasonal British ingredients and coastal herbs, bringing Ethiopian and local influences into conversation through food. Designed as a shared dining experience, the meal creates space for connection, exchange, and slowing down together around the table.

Please note: all food served is vegetarian. Gluten-free options can be accommodated - please inform gallery in advance if you are gluten free or have any allergies or dietary requirements.

Listening Session, 7pm – 8pm £15

As evening approaches, the space shifts into a listening session featuring Ethiopian jazz, pentatonic scales, and traditional sounds selected by Helina & Scott. Moving from late afternoon into sunset, the music is intended to gently guide the atmosphere of the room, offering a moment for reflection, listening, and collective presence.

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Tickets and Pricing

From £15–£65 (Individual events are separately ticketed and priced)

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Address

An Eat Ethio Gathering (Jun 2026) Turner Contemporary, Rendezvous, Margate
CT9 1HG

Contact

info@turnercontemporary.org 01843 233000

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