As the light stretches into the early spring evening, you’re invited to gather for an inspiring charity event that blends flavour, storytelling and community.
On Sunday 29th March, 4.30–6pm, join us at Esquires Coffee, Westerham for an early spring gathering featuring a welcoming social atmosphere and meaningful charitable impact.
An Afternoon of Flavour and Story
Hosted by Keith and Samia Squires, this event weaves together the art of Ayurvedic cooking. The six tastes — sweet, sour, salty, bitter, astringent and pungent — form the foundation of Ayurvedic cuisine. When balanced, they are said to support wellbeing and vitality. Keith’s teaching makes these principles accessible, practical and deeply enjoyable.
A Special Bonus
Attendees will also receive Keith’s Spring Detox home programme, offering simple Ayurvedic ways to support digestion and renewed energy as the season changes. Ultimately, this gathering is an invitation to come together, taste and share.
Charity Support
This event supports two causes:
'Peace In Your Hands' Education Programme
A guest from the charity, Maggie Brizzie from the World Peace Flame Foundation, will share how their practical peace education programme for 8–12 year olds — now reaching over 80,000 children — is helping create more harmonious classrooms. Schools report less bullying, children forming friendships more easily, and greater emotional resilience among pupils.
The second charity is Kingsley Hall Community Centre where Mahatma Gandhi stayed for twelve weeks in 1931. The preserved room where Gandhi lived now forms an important part of children’s peace education programmes for London schools, offering young people a living connection to the values of non-violence and service.
Funds raised will contribute towards repairing the staircase leading to this historic space, ensuring it remains safely accessible for future generations.
About Keith
Keith, author of ‘Cooking With Love’, is a plant-based chef and storyteller who has taught Ayurveda and cookery internationally for many years. His work spanned schools, community groups, institutional and professional settings. Before the pandemic, he addressed MPs at the House of Commons, speaking about the role of plant-based food in strengthening societal and environmental wellbeing.
About Samia
Samia is a charity trustee working in branding, styling and communications. She helps organisations and individuals tell their stories with clarity and confidence, shaping environments that feel welcoming, thoughtful and authentic.
The Venue
Esquires Coffee
11-13 Market Square, Westerham TN16 1AN
Esquires is kindly sponsoring the venue for this evening. A relaxed, welcoming café in the heart of Westerham, Esquires is known for its expertly made coffee and friendly atmosphere. The space is ideal for small, intimate gatherings, making it a perfect setting for an early-evening of cookery, conversation and storytelling. Teas, coffees and light snacks will be available to purchase.
Admission is free, and guests are invited to donate whatever they feel able, with all donations going to charity.
