# Event Details - **Event Name**: Food For Thought - **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 09 Nov, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Mon, 09 Nov, 2026 at 09:30 pm (+00:00) - **Event Description**: Part of Allama Iqbal Festival 2026. Celebrate Iqbal's birthday with an evening poetry gathering and meal!About this EventDinner included – all meat will be halal, vegetarian / vegan options available, please send us any other dietary requirements when you bookWorkshop, meal, & informal poetry sharingFree. Spaces limited, booking essential https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/13ad7030-c892-11f1-97b9-af1d5dee0e36-rimg-w610-h740-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg What to ExpectHosted & led by Zain Haider Awan, you will use Allama Iqbal’s poetry and life as inspiration to write your own pieces. A relaxed environment, Zain will guide you through writing exercises which take inspiration from Iqbal’s use of animals, the natural environment, as well as themes of justice and resistance. You will then be treated to an authentic South Asian home-made & Iqbal-inspired dinner, and post-dinner informal open mic and poetry sharing.Open to anyone 18+ who is interested in poetry and/or the works of Allama Iqbal. You don't need to know anything about Iqbal or his poetry to take part. Join us at Iqbal’s Supper Club on the anniversary of his birth to write, eat, and chat together.Access InformationThe Allama Iqbal Centre has step-free access and an accessible toilet.Mixed gender environment.The activities will be delivered in English, but you are welcome to write your poems in any language.Parking extremely limited – please walk or use public transport if you are able. The nearest pay & display car park is a 5-10 minute walk from the centre: Queensgate.The nearest bus stop is on Craig Street.Activity will take place inside on tables and chairs. Limited chairs with arm rests available – please bring your own if you prefer.Dinner provided and will be served approximately 8:30 / 8:45pm. Please provide any dietary or allergy information when you book on.Pens and paper will be provided but feel free to bring your own. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/peterborough/food-for-thought/100002002702657560 - **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, festivals, workshops, open-mic - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: 18+ - Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes - Location: The Allama Iqbal Centre - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Peterborough - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: The Allama Iqbal Centre - **lat**: 52.5799898 - **long**: -0.24734939999996186 - **full address**: The Allama Iqbal Centre, Cromwell Road, Peterborough, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Food For Thought - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/e512db38507abce979dd8d7e10f73042cffc6d26abea9ec212fa605f55283cd3-rimg-w1200-h675-dc080808-gmir.jpg?v=1790960473 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Food For Thought being held? - **A:** Food For Thought takes place on Mon, 09 Nov, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Mon, 09 Nov, 2026 at 09:30 pm at The Allama Iqbal Centre, Cromwell Road, Peterborough, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Food For Thought? - **A:** Food For Thought is organized by Peterborough Presents. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Food For Thought is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Peterborough, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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