As part of the York Food and Drink Festival, York Archaeology invites you to an unforgettable evening of feasting, entertainment, and historic atmosphere in the grand surroundings of the Great Chamber—once home to William Snawsell, Medieval Lord Mayor of York.

This unique event offers guests the rare chance to enjoy a lavish three-course medieval-inspired meal, complete with table wine and traditional entertainment between courses. Expect games, music, and merriment, all served in the glow of candlelight and authenticity that only Barley Hall can provide.

A bar will also be available on-site for the purchase of additional drinks.

Spaces are strictly limited and this event SOLD OUT quickly last year so early booking is highly recommended.

Please note: Barley Hall is a limited access venue. For access information please see the Barley Hall website, and contact them if you have any queries.

First Remove:
Ham Hock Terrine
Roasted Vegetable and Goats Cheese Tart (V) (Ve Option Available)

Second Remove:
Chicken, with Smoked Paprika, Thyme and Vegetables.
Spiced vegetable and bean stew (V) (Ve Option Available)

Third Remove:
Spiced Chocolate Pots (V) (Ve Option Available)
Sticky Orange Cake (V)

This one-night-only event brings together six award-winning short films from the Aesthetica Film Festival archives, featuring past performances from renowned actors including Alice Lowe (Sightseers), Ricky Gervais (The Office), and Siobhán McSweeney (Derry Girls). These programme, curated by Festival Director Cherie Federico, will showcase some of the most exciting and original voices in contemporary comedy, capturing the wit, warmth and sharp observations that define British humour.

More than just an entertaining night out, Comedy & Curry is a creative collaboration that underscores how storytelling and sensory experience go hand in hand. By pairing bold, cinematic narratives with the rich, aromatic dishes inspirited by Raffi’s Spicebox, the event creates a multisensory experience rooted in York’s dynamic cultural identity. As part of the York Food Festival’s ongoing innovation and commitment to cross-sector partnerships, this initiative highlights how food and film can come together to reflect community, celebrate diversity and bring people closer.

Rafi’s Spicebox will be serving a special South Indian inspired set menu. Featuring traditional family recipes, Kevin, Rafi’s son, will showcase dishes that span the 35+ year heritage of the business. Served ‘family style’ the menu will feature a variety of vibrant Indian dishes packed full of flavour.

Films to be Shown

7 Minutes

Jellyfish Lobster

Choked Up

Just be Awesome

Good Boy

Spud

Wine/Menu (*subject to change)

Cava & nibbles on arrival

Verdejo – Boquerones/guindilla/lemon oil

Viura – Piquillo peppers/truffle & mushroom bechamel

Rioja Crianza – Morcilla de Burgos/spiced apple/pickled shallots

Monastrell – Slow-briased Ox cheek/Manchego potato gratin

A night filled with delicious cheeses fighting for your votes! Join us for a cheesy experience like no other. Taste and vote for your favorite cheeses as they battle it out for the title of the ultimate cheese champion.

Four amazing Yorkshire cheeses meet four formidable contenders from the rest of the world.

Join us to explore cheeses from here, there and elsewhere! From creamy textures to bold flavours – compare, contrast, and cast your vote to crown the winning cheese!

Which cheese will emerge victorious – and where is it from? Yorkshire – or the rest of the world?

We will be there to share some of the fascinating stories behind cheesemaking as you tuck into variety of cheeses.

Bring a date or grab some mates, it really doesn’t matter if you are a seasoned cheese aficionado or just curd-curious (!) this is a great way to explore new cheesy experiences.

Come and join us for a fun, informative, and delicious evening.

With a short presentation to talk you through the cheese you have been eating – this is an amazing way to find out more about awesome cheeses from two regions!

Please note – some of these cheeses will NOT be vegetarian and some will not be pasteurised!

Did you know that before restoration Bedern Hall was part of William Wright’s Pork Butchers, famed across the City for their pies? In search of the perfect pie, we’ve invited local pie makers to enter their very best pies for you to judge and vote for your favourites. Local ales from Yorkshire Heart Brewery, the perfect pie partner, available to buy.

We’ve partnered with The Company of Butchers of the City of York who sponsored the trophy and gave guidance on judging.

Last year’s winners in the Traditional Category were Voakes Pies and Ged Bell. We hope they’ll both be back to defend their Titles!

NB Booking opens 28th August

Vegan and Vegetarian options available

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Complimentary drink.

Starter – A Classic Syrian Trio of Hummus, Falafel and Khobz (Arabic Bread)
Main – Ouzi – Stewed Syrian Lamb with vegetables, Rice and Arabic Salad
Vegetarian/Vegan Option – Mushroom Ouzi – Stewed Syrian Mushroom with vegetables, Rice and Arabic Salad
Sweet – Our homemade Baklava

Mint tea to finish.

Lyonnaise menu

Charcutière, Baguettes, Cervelle de canut

Traditional charcuterie, homemade baguette and a cream cheese and herb dip

Quinelle Sauce Nantua

Fish quenelles (fish flavoured dumplings) with crayfish sauce

Coq au Vin

Traditional braised chicken with red Wine sauce

Mille-feuilles crème diplomate

Layers of crispy puff pastry with a vanilla cream filing