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WHOLEFOODS MARKET TOUR
Sunday, 22nd January

This iconic store in Kensington presents an introduction to the environmentally friendly and ethical trading principles which underscore the company, before a tour of the sumptuous floors of fresh food and gourmet products from all around the world. The tour is themed ‘Health Starts Here’ during which we will learn about the best cuts of meat and fillets of fish from experts behind the impressively well-stocked counters, enjoying samples on the way.
Start: 10am for breakfast. Members £25. Guests £30.

A TASTE OF THE ORIENT
Wednesday, 8th February

On our members’ request, we will return by special privilege to The Oriental Club to join a club dinner on one of their renowned Curry Nights. This historic club, containing one of the best collections of portraiture and the finest interiors in club land, also enjoys a strong gastronomic reputation.
Complimentary Oriental recipe book and wine included.
Members £60. Guests £65.

SAATCHI GALLERY TOUR AND LUNCHEON
Thursday, 1st March

Patricia Ellis, artist, writer and curator has worked with the Saatchi Gallery since 1998. She will take us on a tour of this ground-breaking institution and explain the creation of the space, the on-going collections and introduce us to the Gesamtkunstwerk Exhibition (New Art from Germany). Luncheon is at The Gallery Mess next door, which is a great favourite with Chelsea ladies.
Arrive 10.15am. Members £40. Guests £45. Includes luncheon with wine.

SAATCHI GALLERY TOUR AND LUNCHEON
Thursday, 1st March

Patricia Ellis, artist, writer and curator has worked with the Saatchi Gallery since 1998. She will take us on a tour of this ground-breaking institution and explain the creation of the space, the on-going collections and introduce us to the Gesamtkunstwerk Exhibition (New Art from Germany). Luncheon is at The Gallery Mess next door, which is a great favourite with Chelsea ladies.
Arrive 10.15am. Members £40. Guests £45. Includes luncheon with wine.

CHRISTIES TOUR
Tuesday, 13th March

A fascinating behind-the-scenes tour of this famous auction house in Mayfair, starting with coffee in the directors’ boardroom where visitors are introduced to the running of an auction house and the history of the company since its foundation in 1766. The auction process is explained in detail from valuation through to the actual saleroom. We are then guided around the warehouses, which are normally closed to the public, and all the main viewing galleries. On most days one can watch a sale in progress.
Starting at 2.30pm. Members £30. Guests £35.
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