Description
“The Punjabis, as a people, have an enormous love for food — and for sharing it. In Punjab, a meal isn’t just about eating, it’s about gathering, celebrating, and showing love through flavour. At the Brilliant Gastro in Southall, where my family and I cook every day, that same spirit is alive in every dish — and it’s exactly what I’m bringing to my supper club at Divertimenti” – Dipna Anand
Known as the “Curry Queen” and famed for her vibrant, flavour-packed Punjabi dishes, Dipna will bring her passion for Indian cuisine, her signature warmth, and a dash of culinary storytelling to this exclusive evening. Guests will enjoy a carefully curated menu inspired by her family’s 75-year hospitality heritage, blending cherished recipes from her iconic Brilliant Gastro Restaurant with her own modern twists. Expect bold spices, rich aromas, and the kind of comforting, soulful food that has earned Dipna a devoted following on screen, in print, and in kitchens across the UK. This is more than just dinner—it’s a celebration of tradition, flavour, and the joy of sharing great food.
For this special evening, Dipna will serve the flavours she grew up with:
Welcome drink on arrival and a complimentary glass of wine or beer during the meal is included with the ticket.
Appetizer
Popadoms & Chutney
Starter
Onion Bhajis
Aloo Tiki Chaat
Main course
Lamb Cutley Biryani
Paneer Biryani (v)
Pomegranate Raita
Dessert
Deconstructed Mandarin Cheesecake
Carrot Pudding
What’s included in the ticket price:
- A welcome drink on arrival & glass of wine with your meal
- A feasting menu of multiple courses
- You will be seated at communal tables
- 10% discount on purchases made in store on the day of your class, including cookery classes. Excludes books, food, electrical items, gift vouchers and sale items
*Note: Please arrive from 6.30pm for a 7pm seating.
*We kindly request that if you are coming with friends or family but buying tickets separately, please add the names of who you are coming with to your booking, or email us to confirm the names of everyone in your group, so we can arrange the seating plan accordingly.
Dipna Anand
Dipna Anand, celebrated as the “Curry Queen,” is a renowned chef, restaurateur, author, and educator whose culinary legacy spans over 75 years of family hospitality. Inspired by her parents’ traditional techniques and entrepreneurial spirit, she has carried forward her family’s famed Punjabi recipes from The Brilliant Restaurant in Southall—once declared the King’s favourite curry house—to new ventures including Brilliant Gastro in The Green Quarter and Dipna Anand Kitchen & Bar in Milton Keynes. Alongside running restaurants, food trucks, and cookery classes, Dipna has authored three cookbooks, appears regularly on ITV’s Saturday Morning with James Martin, and collaborates with Compass Group to bring Punjabi flavours to major sporting venues. Her warm personality, deep respect for tradition, and innovative approach to Indian cuisine have made her a beloved figure both in the kitchen and on screen.