# Event Details - **Event Name**: The Kitchen Vigilante: A Literary Lunch at Crossbasket Castle - **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 03 Mar, 2026 at 11:30 am – Tue, 03 Mar, 2026 at 02:30 pm - **Event Description**: Meet chef Ferrier Richardson & author Alex Meikle as they share the story behind their thriller The Kitchen Vigilante at Crossbasket CastleAbout this EventJoin us as we welcome acclaimed Chef Ferrier Richardson and Author Alex Meikle, the creative partnership behind the gripping thriller The Kitchen Vigilante, for the first of our literary dining experiences at Crossbasket Castle.Ferrier Richardson is one of Scotland’s most celebrated chefs, renowned for over 40 years of culinary excellence. He rose to prominence leading iconic Glasgow restaurants such as The Buttery, Rogano, October, and Eurasia, earning national awards and shaping the city’s dining scene. After two decades working internationally as a private chef for royalty, world leaders, and celebrities—including serving as Private Chef to the President and First Lady of Gabon—he returned to Glasgow to open the acclaimed East End Fox.Alex Meikle, a Glasgow‑based writer and former CEO of major third‑sector organisations, is known for his sharp political and espionage fiction. His debut novel Deception Road launched a four‑part thriller series rooted in intelligence work and Glasgow’s hidden history. He is also co‑founder of Battlefield Writers, a collective of local authors producing acclaimed anthologies of short fiction and poetry.Together, Richardson and Meikle bring real‑world experience, emotional depth, and insider insight to The Kitchen Vigilante, a fast‑paced crime thriller born from personal loss and crafted with decades of combined storytelling and culinary expertise.Meet the duo, hear the stories behind the novel, and get your signed copy at this exclusive event.Includes glass of wine/beer/soft drink on arrival2 course lunchTalk from Ferrier Richardson and Alex Meikle followed by Q&ASigned copy of the Kitchen VigilanteAuthor meet & greet - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/east-kilbride/the-kitchen-vigilante-a-literary-lunch-at-crossbasket-castle/100001982296588458 - **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, food-drinks, workshops, storytelling - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 59, max: 59, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: East Kilbride - **state**: SC - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Trocadero's (In Crossbasket Castle Estate) - **lat**: 55.7834075 - **long**: -4.1333034 - **full address**: Trocadero's (In Crossbasket Castle Estate), Stoneymeadow Road, East Kilbride, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: The Kitchen Vigilante: A Literary Lunch at Crossbasket Castle - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/c689c02c822697cf78d99465799c22e7b380511f54f2e38a79d2b48b03dd17d2-rimg-w1200-h576-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1770255166 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is The Kitchen Vigilante: A Literary Lunch at Crossbasket Castle being held? - **A:** The Kitchen Vigilante: A Literary Lunch at Crossbasket Castle takes place on Tue, 03 Mar, 2026 at 11:30 am to Tue, 03 Mar, 2026 at 02:30 pm at Trocadero's (In Crossbasket Castle Estate), Stoneymeadow Road, East Kilbride, United Kingdom. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for The Kitchen Vigilante: A Literary Lunch at Crossbasket Castle? - **A:** Tickets for The Kitchen Vigilante: A Literary Lunch at Crossbasket Castle are priced at GBP 59 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral AdmissionGBP 59Available - **Q**: Who is organizing The Kitchen Vigilante: A Literary Lunch at Crossbasket Castle? - **A:** The Kitchen Vigilante: A Literary Lunch at Crossbasket Castle is organized by Crossbasket Castle. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** The Kitchen Vigilante: A Literary Lunch at Crossbasket Castle is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in East Kilbride, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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