How to Get Involved

Ideas for Participation

  • For Individuals:

    • Host a British Curry Day-themed dinner party. Invite friends and family to cook or bring different curry dishes, celebrating the diversity of curry in Britain.

    • Plan a ‘Curry Crawl’ where you visit several local curry restaurants, experiencing and comparing their unique dishes.

    • Create a curry recipe blog or vlog, sharing your cooking experiences and recipes inspired by British Curry Day.

  • For Communities:

    • Organise a community curry festival with food stalls, live cooking demonstrations, and cultural performances.

    • Collaborate with local schools and libraries to host educational events about the history and cultural impact of curry in the UK.

    • Arrange a charity fundraiser with local curry restaurants where a portion of the day's earnings goes to a chosen charity.

  • For Restaurants:

    • Offer a special British Curry Day menu featuring regional curry specialties from across the UK.

    • Conduct cooking classes or workshops teaching traditional and contemporary curry recipes.

    • Host a 'Meet the Chef' evening where customers can learn about the inspirations behind your dishes.

2. Event Organising Toolkit

  • Planning Guide:

    • Step-by-step guide to organising a British Curry Day event, including setting objectives, budgeting, and scheduling.

    • Advice on choosing the right venue and understanding necessary permits or licenses.

  • Checklists:

    • Detailed checklists for pre-event planning, day-of-event tasks, and post-event follow-up.

    • Vendor and supplier list templates for tracking and coordination.

  • Promotional Material:

    • Customisable templates for posters, flyers, and online adverts.

    • Sample press release and invitation letters for media and special guests.

    • Social media plan template, including post ideas and scheduling.

  • Safety Protocols:

    • Comprehensive health and safety guidelines, including food handling and hygiene practices.

    • Emergency plan template, including contacts for local emergency services.

  • Feedback and Evaluation Forms:

    • Post-event survey templates for participants and vendors to gather feedback.

    • Guidelines on how to use feedback to improve future events.

    • (Send us an email for the full toolkit: info@britishcurryday.org)

3. Educational Material

  • For Schools and Youth Groups:

    • Interactive lesson plans about the history of curry in Britain and its cultural significance.

    • Fun and educational activities, such as curry-themed art projects or spice exploration workshops.

    • 'Curry Around the World' presentation, exploring different types of curry globally.

  • For Community Groups:

    • Discussion guides for community meetings, focusing on topics like culinary diversity and the role of food in cultural exchange.

    • Booklets and pamphlets detailing the journey of curry in Britain, suitable for distribution at community centres and local events.

    • Recipe booklets with easy-to-make British curry recipes, encouraging community members to try cooking at home.