Jo | 1 year

Thai Buddha Bowl

Amazing

lyndsay | 1 year

Vietnamese Feast with Cuckoo Gin

Delicious food, great venue, good service, another great event by Maria!

Sue Cass | 1 year

Vietnamese Feast with Cuckoo Gin

Fabulous food and lovely atmosphere

Gillian Tattersall | 1 year

Vietnamese Feast with Cuckoo Gin

All excellent. Punch flavours, great food, venue and atmosphere.

Rachel Heys | 1 year

Vietnamese Feast with Cuckoo Gin

Maria was fantastic, the food was outstanding, we will definitely return

Hayley | 2 years

Indian Street Food Feast

Amazing

Andrew Davies | 2 years

Indian Street Food Feast

Maria was fab, a perfect host, our first time and very welcoming

Benjy | 2 years

A World of Spice

Absolutely amazing evening with Maria! Delicious food, great vibes

Steven Anderson | 2 years

Greek Feast with Cuckoo Gin

Brilliant night was had by all. We have been before but brought two newbies with us and they loved it too. Food was amazing

Becky Goudy | 2 years

Greek Feast with Cuckoo Gin

Maria was absolutely fabulous , so friendly and involved herself with everyone . Food was divine , venue had lovely vibes about it . Perfect evening . Will be watching out for all future Dinner At Marias .

Sue Melling | 2 years

Greek Feast with Cuckoo Gin

A lovely ambience at the venue. Food was fabulous. Cuckoo staff and Maria very friendly. Will definitely go again,

Jennie Bryant | 2 years

Greek Feast with Cuckoo Gin

Brilliant night, great food and atmosphere, fab venue

Karen | 2 years

Greek Feast with Cuckoo Gin

Great evening loved the salmon and cake

Ruth Butterworth | 2 years

Greek Feast with Cuckoo Gin

What a wonderful evening! Lovely balance of personal connection and space to chat, and absolutely amazing food and drink! Thank you 😊

Alison | 2 years

Israeli Breakfast Brunch Banquet

We loved every minute! The food was fabulous, conversation was friendly and it was a great start to our Sunday. We’ve just eaten our doggy-bag so it was definitely an all-day breakfast!

Mark | 2 years

Israeli Breakfast Brunch Banquet

Another excellent meal at Maria's

Dawn | 2 years

Israeli Breakfast Brunch Banquet

Brilliant

Mike loftus | 2 years

Italian Feast

Fabulous food and company thank you

Louise | 2 years

Italian Feast

Maria was very welcoming on our arrival. A very enjoyable evening, great food and lovely company. Will definitely be booking again ✨✨✨✨✨👍🏻

Mark | 2 years

Vietnamese Feast

An excellent evening with great food and company.

Kate Fulwell | 2 years

Vietnamese Feast

Brilliant evening, thank you, Maria.

Steven Anderson | 2 years

Mezze Feast at Cuckoo Gin

First time visit but won’t be the last. Great food. Maria was lovely came over a few times and spoke with us. Great venue and the service we had from Neve was fantastic too

Jennifer Lewis | 2 years

Mezze Feast at Cuckoo Gin

Wonderful and plentiful food and the chance to try dishes I've never eaten before. Maria is a fabulous host and we've booked her next event even before she's announced the theme of the event. It's not my first time going to Maria's supper club (and definitely not the last) and the two friends I invited along can't wait for the next one either. Cannot recommend more highly!!

HELEN KING | 2 years

Mezze Feast at Cuckoo Gin

It was a fab evening the food was fab and the stage could not do enough for us. Lovely venu and lovely hosts.

Nicola Johnstone | 2 years

Mezze Feast at Cuckoo Gin

Such a great selection of food which was all delicious.

Susan Brown | 2 years

Cookery Book - Book Club

Lovely evening meeting new and old friends.

Rose | 2 years

Cookery Book - Book Club

Excellent

Nicola Johnstone | 2 years

Middle Eastern Feast at Cuckoo Gin

Beautiful food in a fabulous setting, looking forward to the next one.

Denise | 2 years

Indian Street Food with Cuckoo Gin

It was lovely to finally meet Maria, she’s a very friendly lady and the food was so fresh and healthy. Great night!

Karen Dobson | 2 years

Indian Street Food with Cuckoo Gin

Another great evening of food by Maria. Absolutely delicious and fresh. We love the way Maria always takes time to check with guests on how they have found the food and explains how the dishes are made. Can highly recommend a supper event with Maria. A big thank you to the staff a Brindle distillery for great drinks and service.

David Swindlehurst | 2 years

Indian Street Food with Cuckoo Gin

The food was lovely but all being on the same plate was a bit of a mistake. It would have been nice to know what each of the dishes were really. The venue was lovely, very festive and perfect hosts. Maria spoke to us very briefly.

Marianne | 2 years

Indian Street Food with Cuckoo Gin

We loved seeing Maria again and her delicious food. Cuckoo Gin is a great venue too - loved it and will look out for future events.

Sue Duxbury | 2 years

Vietnamese Feast with Cuckoo Gin

Everyone was great

Nina Lockwood | 2 years

Vietnamese Feast with Cuckoo Gin

Maria's opening speech was great - I loved the bit about confiscating any mobile phones! The food was delicious as always, some different flavours mingled together and the spicy sauce was delicious.

Alan | 2 years

Vietnamese Feast with Cuckoo Gin

Maria and the guys from Brindle were all great. Everybody is warm, welcoming and friendly. I just felt that the food didn’t have the sparkle of previous events I have attended

Diane | 2 years

Thai Buddha Bowl

Lovely, just as I thought she would 😍

John Cairns | 2 years

Thai Buddha Bowl

Very friendly and very helpful and informative. She asked if we would like to try a variety of the deserts on offer.

Tedd Walmsley | 2 years

Dinner with Ribble Valley Supperclub

Excellent evening

Suzanne Howard | 2 years

Dinner with Ribble Valley Supperclub

Great host very good explaining what was in food and identified items with nuts in for those will allergy

Jo | 2 years

Dinner with Ribble Valley Supperclub

Maria was an amazing host. The food was just delicious !! A meal i won't forget ! x

Kary | 2 years

Dinner with Ribble Valley Supperclub

Great night

Jill | 2 years

Dinner with Ribble Valley Supperclub

I thoroughly enjoyed the food & the company.

Janet Vaughan-williams | 2 years

Dinner with Ribble Valley Supperclub

Absolutely brilliant. A fantastic meal and evening

Debi Johnson | 2 years

Dinner with Ribble Valley Supperclub

Absolutely amazing! Great food and great company

Lorna Read | 2 years

Israeli Lunch Banquet

Wonderful host, wonderful food.

Jennifer Lewis | 2 years

Middle Eastern Feast at Cuckoo Gin

Fabulous evening! Never tried Middle Eastern food before but am definitely a convert to the mighty aubergine!! Would highly recommend and look forward to Maria's next event.

Angela | 2 years

BBC Radio Lancashire with Claire

Amazing food as always, great company and a very full tummy! X

David Metters | 2 years

BBC Radio Lancashire with Claire

A lovely way to spend a morning / lunch time, chatting with interesting people and sharing excellent food.

Faye Price | 2 years

Tapas Night

Fabulous evening. Maria was a great host and the food was amazing!

Lynette Lofthouse | 2 years

Tapas Night

Excellent night, exceptional food

Stephanie Perplus | 2 years

Italian Feast with Cuckoo Gin

Fabulous evening as always, Maria’s supper clubs never disappoint!

Frances | 2 years

Italian Feast with Cuckoo Gin

Fantastic food, environment and hosting. Loved it and yet again great food. Who knew olives could taste so lovely!

Jenna Hollowood | 2 years

Italian Feast with Cuckoo Gin

Maria was excellent! So lovely and the food was amazing. The gin was good too! Thank you Maria and Brindle Distillery.

Kate Holroyd | 2 years

Italian Feast with Cuckoo Gin

Fantastic evening! x

Charles Jackson | 2 years

Italian Feast with Cuckoo Gin

Maria was very friendly, circulated throughout the room and chatted to guests. She stopped and chatted to my wife and I o explain the food and the event. A really nice evening at a great venue.

Alan | 2 years

Middle Eastern Feast at Cuckoo Gin

The venue, atmosphere and menu were all just right and I will definitely book again. If I am very honest, although delicious, after the first course, which was excellent, the rest of the meal lacked a little of the sparkle that was there at the Greek meal previously. I still enjoyed it and will be back for more……..

Lorna Read | 2 years

Vegetarian/Vegan Fundraising Tapas Night

Wonderful food with a lovely host! Plenty of different dishes to try, delicious!

Helen Monks | 2 years

Indian Street Food Kitchen Takeover

No contact from host prior to event but walked around tables during. Loved the food but would have like a printout/menu of dishes provided in order to check during meal, waiter only described some items. Really enjoyed but not totally keen on booking with wefifo

Anne | 2 years

Indian Street Food Kitchen Takeover

Another amazing meal from Maria, we love trying all the different flavours and cuisines all cooked so beautifully.

Carol Heald | 2 years

Takeaway Indian Street Food

Despite oven issues causing a delay - we were absolutely thrilled with our lunch. So many contrasting textures and flavours- a real delight.

Ruth Slavin | 2 years

Breakfast in the woods

Delicious food, easy vibe (perfect for a Sunday morning breakfast) and lovely company. I’m loving Maria’s food and events!

Andrea Westall | 2 years

Israeli Breakfast Brunch Banquet

Unforgettable

Paul Kear | 2 years

Greek Feast with Cuckoo Gin

Absolutely love the supper club events at the Brindle distillery. The chef Maria is fabulous, the food is always great, and the relaxed atmosphere created by Maria and the staff makes for a great catch-up with friends over food.

Stephanie Perplus | 2 years

Greek Feast with Cuckoo Gin

Amazing event! Wonderful food as always and a great atmosphere - will definitely be back! X

Jennifer Thomas | 2 years

Greek Feast with Cuckoo Gin

We love Maria and the gang at Cuckoo. Have been to quite a few of the supper club events and all have been amazing. Will be back again.

Julie Harbot | 2 years

Greek Feast with Cuckoo Gin

Maria & the whole team were excellent.

Karen | 2 years

Greek Feast with Cuckoo Gin

Maria & Cuckoo Gin hosted an amazing event. It was the first time we had been to a supper club & the relaxed atmosphere, beautiful and plentiful food paired with gorgeous Gin was a wonderful surprise. The staff and hosts were efficient, pleasant and helped you to relax instantly. Can praise them all enough.

Mhairi | 2 years

Greek Feast with Cuckoo Gin

Warm and welcoming, as ever. Maria’s supperclubs are top notch. The food last night was just superb, we can’t wait to see you again soon!

Alan | 2 years

Greek Feast with Cuckoo Gin

So warm, natural and friendly and clearly a great cook!

Amanda | 2 years

Greek Feast with Cuckoo Gin

Maria was so attentive-we had a great recommendation from her for our trip to Scotland doing the NC500 . Maria & team . Thank you for such a lovely evening and for introducing us to the most amazing Salmon we are both converted. Hopefully see you again very soon.

Chris | 2 years

Greek Feast with Cuckoo Gin

Everything was perfect from start to finish. Stunning venue, fabulous food and great gins! Wonderful night, highly recommended. Can’t wait for the next one.

Ellie Brook | 2 years

Greek Feast with Cuckoo Gin

Amazing food, atmosphere and drinks from start to finish. Service was amazing, thank you so much

Zoe Ripley | 2 years

Middle Eastern Feast Kitchen Takeover

Maria was a fabulous host.. The food was amazing and plenty of it.. The Hummus was especially good.. probably her best ever

laura swainston | 2 years

Middle Eastern Feast Kitchen Takeover

The food was absolutely delicious. Loved everything and the atmosphere was brilliant. Thanks

Jackie Smith | 2 years

Middle Eastern Feast Kitchen Takeover

With thanks for a wonderful evening! Fabulous Maria! Food, venue, atmosphere, family & friendship! Perfect!

Karen Karen Walker | 2 years

Middle Eastern Feast Kitchen Takeover

Fabulous. The food was just amazing and I'm really fussy!!! Enjoyed every mouthful

Pamela Easton | 2 years

Middle Eastern Feast Kitchen Takeover

Maria was very friendly and welcoming and she made sure everyone had a fantastic time. The food was amazing too!

Julia Hill | 2 years

Middle Eastern Feast Kitchen Takeover

Superb!

Denise Blake | 2 years

Middle Eastern Feast Kitchen Takeover

Had a great night, food was authentic and tasted amazing Bring on the next one 😀

Lisa | 2 years

Middle Eastern Feast Kitchen Takeover

Maria was marvellous as ever, as were all the team. We had a fabulous evening with wonderful food in a very convivial atmosphere. Love the un-stuffiness of it all, such a relaxing way to enjoy excellent food with friends.

Jennifer Corr | 2 years

Middle Eastern Feast Kitchen Takeover

An absolutely wonderful evening. Maria was the best host possible, explaining the food and bringing an air of calm and serenity to the event. Thank you.

Janet | 2 years

Middle Eastern Feast Kitchen Takeover

Maria is amazing, she’s a fantastic host and a fabulous cook. She’s full of enthusiasm for what she does and gets great results.

Julie Clarkson | 2 years

Breakfast in the woods

Maria was fantastic! Very knowledgeable and passionate about the food she chose to cook.. made everyone feel comfortable and welcome. The food was awesome!!

Mike loftus | 2 years

Breakfast in the woods

Outstanding tasty beutiful food , great hostess and fabulous company and atmosphere

Ruth Slavin | 2 years

Middle Eastern BBQFeast Outdoors!

The evening and food were fabulous. Maria’s passion for cooking and food is evident, the dishes she made were all absolutely delicious - the best dining experience I’ve had locally for years!!

Jennifer Thomas | 2 years

Vietnamese Feast with Cuckoo Gin

Marie was brilliant and really looked after her dinners. But next time she maades to make her amazing Crack chilli sauce. Thanks

Malcolm Goulding | 2 years

Vietnamese Feast with Cuckoo Gin

Maria was great. The atmosphere was very relaxed and informal, all the staff were friendly and helpful. We really enjoyed the evening.

Janette | 2 years

Vietnamese Feast with Cuckoo Gin

Maria and the Cuckoo’s Nest never cease to impress. The food was amazing as always and Maria’s personal touches made the evening extra special. Already looking forward to the next Supper Club event

Paul Kear | 2 years

Vietnamese Feast with Cuckoo Gin

Loved it, Maria was great, informative, honest about things (something had gone amiss with her dessert crumb, so she had made another batch in another flavour and we got to try both with the caveat of knowing one was not quite how it should have been). The Vietnamese night is just awesome, this was our second time. I hope other venues will hold similar events, Lancaster brewery would be great as it's more local (hint intended) can't fault it at all, highly recommend

Tabs | 2 years

Vietnamese Feast with Cuckoo Gin

Fabulous evening! Would highly recommend and can’t wait to see what’s on the menu next time.

Ian | 2 years

Middle Eastern BBQFeast Outdoors!

Amazing, very humble but extremely knowledgeable with such a passion for the food.

Alison Brown | 2 years

Thai Buddha Bowl

Another fabulous meal from Maria. The salmon Thai Buddha bowl was delicious with lovely fresh flavours and an amazing broth.

Joanne Gallacher | 2 years

Thai Buddha Bowl

Perfect chef

Leechy | 2 years

Thai Buddha Bowl

Welcoming and knowledgeable Food is amazing

Anne | 2 years

Thai Buddha Bowl

Amazing, amazing, amazing. Incredible food and the most lovely hostess.

Luke Luke | 2 years

Vietnamese Picky Tea

great food, if you cant go to Vietnam let Vietnam come to you

Nick Hunt | 2 years

Vietnamese Picky Tea

We loved the Vietnamese Picky Tea so much that we had to do it again! And it didn't disappoint. A great spread at a great price. Thanks Maria.

Rick | 2 years

Vietnamese Picky Tea

The food was fantastic quality and tasted amazing.

Rose | 2 years

Vietnamese Picky Tea

Excellent

Howard Thornton | 2 years

Vietnamese Picky Tea

Brilliant as per, looking forward to the next one and don’t know what it will be yet !

iantownsend | 2 years

Vietnamese Picky Tea

What a meal ! Loved the drink of chilli jam and the adorable smokiness of the aubergine skewer. Scrumptious.

Jacqueline Midgley | 2 years

Vietnamese Picky Tea

Fabulous food. The combination of flavours were amazing, so subtle and expertly created.

Leechy | 2 years

Vietnamese Picky Tea

Food was delicious and would recommend as a takeaway. Would have liked more chicken even if it pushed the price up. Maria was welcoming and enthusiastic

Andrea Westall | 2 years

Vietnamese Picky Tea

Another lovely evening meal. This was particularly easy and would make a great picnic. So many different tastes and delicious.

Frances | 2 years

Vietnamese Picky Tea

Another spectacular feast from Maria. Fresh flavours, crisp salads, succulent meat and fish and the best satay ever. Thank you for yet another Vietnamese gem.

Lorraine | 2 years

Warming Persian Saffron Chicken

Maria was amazing as always... food delicious too

Susan Wolstenholme | 2 years

Warming Persian Saffron Chicken

As delightful as ever!

Anne | 2 years

Warming Persian Saffron Chicken

Amazing, amazing, amazing. Thank you yet again for opening up our culinary world and introducing us to flavours and ingredients we have never tried before!

Carol Heald | 2 years

Warming Persian Saffron Chicken

Lovely aromatic chicken with rice and a zingy salad - just beautiful

Jane McGuinness | 2 years

Warming Persian Saffron Chicken

As usual Maria's food is excellent and a socially distanced chat is always appreciated

Jane | 2 years

Israeli Breakfast Brunch Banquet

Delicious as always! The granola and yoghurt was to die for. Thank you Maria ☺️ x

Sharon Stone | 2 years

Israeli Breakfast Brunch Banquet

Friendly host and amazing food!

Janet Hope | 2 years

Israeli Breakfast Brunch Banquet

Amazing food! Can’t wait to order again!

Frances | 2 years

Cook at Home Shawarma

Another fantastic cook at home kit from Maria. Full tummies and lots of smiles.

AmyIrving99 | 2 years

Cook at Home Shawarma

Amazing - with it being a take home to eat event it was really good to see her personality in the A4 instructions and had her number on there in case we needed help. She went above and beyond and provided the BEST food ever!!

Andrea Westall | 2 years

Cook at Home Shawarma

Adorable. Woke up dreaming of the food I had last night!

Pauline | 2 years

Israeli Breakfast Brunch Banquet

As always wonderful

Louise Hall | 2 years

Israeli Breakfast Brunch Banquet

Very hospitable. Info very clear.

Andrea Westall | 2 years

Israeli Breakfast Brunch Banquet

Amazing menu and a real treat. This is good you would never make at home.

Andy Geo | 2 years

Israeli Breakfast Brunch Banquet

Maria provided more than enough food and of exceptional quality to make my wife's birthday a day to remember and for all the right reasons. Thank you very much, can't wait for the next offerings. X

Claire | 2 years

Israeli Breakfast Brunch Banquet

Maria is a superb cook and I love the Israeli brunch. It's fresh, light and very tasty - perfect with a toasted pitta bread. I would highly recommend Maria as a host and a chef - first class!

Anne | 2 years

Israeli Breakfast Brunch Banquet

Incredible food yet again ❤️

Joanne Colling | 3 years

Easter Cookalong bag with Cuckoo Gin

Another perfect combination of delicious food and local gin.

Nick Hunt | 3 years

Israeli Breakfast Brunch Banquet

A real banquet for brunch! The Shakshuka was delicious, and the many side dishes kept us discovering fresh delights all weekend. Lovely food, and such amazing value! No wonder you were a bit tired, Maria... Thank you for a wonderful meal.

Louisa Simpson-Brown | 3 years

Israeli Breakfast Brunch Banquet

Such yummy food!

Margaret Procter | 3 years

Israeli Breakfast Brunch Banquet

Friendly and knowledgeable

Claire | 3 years

Israeli Breakfast Brunch Banquet

Maria makes the best food and is always welcoming and cheery. The Israeli Breakfast Brunch was delicious; everything was so tasty and fresh - a real treat. Wish every breakfast was as good as this - perfect.

Frances | 3 years

Israeli Breakfast Brunch Banquet

Fabulous feast yet again!

Catherine Coucill | 3 years

Israeli Breakfast Brunch Banquet

Wonderful food a real lockdown treat, thank you so much

Lisa | 3 years

Israeli Breakfast Brunch Banquet

Maria supplied us with delicious food with plenty to go around and lots of fresh and exciting flavours

Anne | 3 years

Israeli Breakfast Brunch Banquet

Absolutely incredible as usual.

Denise Cottam | 3 years

Cook at home chicken biryani

Thanks the food was good although not our favourite we have had from Maria but that is just our personal preference. I cant wait for you to open back up & we can book in to eat at your home thanks

Stephanie Perplus | 3 years

Greek Inspired Picky Tea

We have had the pleasure of Maria’s cooking several times now and every time without fail it is spectacular. A very very talented chef indeed. Looking forward to our next event!

zoe harrison | 3 years

Greek Inspired Picky Tea

As always Maria was friendly and helpful and came out to the car . All very covid safe. Thanks Maria

Rick | 3 years

Greek Inspired Picky Tea

Amazing food, really tasty and catered for all our requirements

Jane McGuinness | 3 years

Greek Inspired Picky Tea

Shame we can't go in and enjoy Maria's excellent hospitality. Food was ready on time, collected with no fuss and a little doorstep chat, which was nice. Food was excellent lots of different dishes a true plateful of loveliness, plenty there too. Marked vibe as WOW as I know it would have been . Thank you Maria :)

Lorna McInulty | 3 years

Greek Inspired Picky Tea

Lovely colourful food, well presented and ready for 'take-out' when we arrived. We enjoyed it.

iantownsend | 3 years

Greek Inspired Picky Tea

Always delicious always tasty always surprising.

Jacqueline Shirra | 3 years

Greek Inspired Picky Tea

Polite host, food was so tasty especially the homemade hummus!!

Howard Thornton | 3 years

Greek Inspired Picky Tea

Amazing, the food Maria served was fantastic, great flavours and a welcome distraction from these times, could have been back in a Greek taverna on a late afternoon enjoying a sunset

Lisa | 3 years

Greek Inspired Picky Tea

Perfect food made for a special treat

Jackie | 3 years

Cook at home chicken biryani

Another great meal from Maria

Lorraine | 3 years

Cook at home chicken biryani

Another amazing takeaway, really fresh and tasty and full of flavour

Yana | 3 years

Vietnamese Picky Tea

Lovely food, something different! Fresh and vibrant

Lorraine | 3 years

Vietnamese Picky Tea

Absolutely delicious as always! Full of fresh, tasty ingredients, love Maria’s picky teas

Nina | 3 years

Vietnamese Picky Tea

As always the food was delicious and Maria was a wonderful host. Thank you Maria, the food was a taste sensation, every bite was absolutely delicious. 😍

Julie Meadows | 3 years

Vietnamese Picky Tea

Fresh tasty food as always. Delicious and unusual flavours....a real treat!

iantownsend | 3 years

Vietnamese Picky Tea

deeeelicious, as always

Joanne Gallacher | 3 years

Vietnamese Picky Tea

Always fabulous. Can’t wait for the next one. Brunch ❤️

Susan Brown | 3 years

Vietnamese Picky Tea

Excellent food take out home cooking and Maria lovely as always

Lesley Taylor | 3 years

Indian Street Food Picky Tea

Excellent. Friendly and efficient New Years Eve treat for the family.

Thomas Dennison | 3 years

Indian Street Food Picky Tea

This was not our first time and it won't be our last. The food is amazing.

Jenna Dennison | 3 years

Indian Street Food Picky Tea

This was a picky tea takeaway due to COVID, food was delicious and plentiful. Always a fab takeaway tea

LittleRedInteriors | 3 years

Indian Street Food Picky Tea

Delicious! It was the perfect food for New Year’s Eve! Already can’t wait to see what you bring out for the new year! Thank you!

iantownsend | 3 years

Indian Street Food Picky Tea

Superb. And I had the date-tamarind chutney and chill jam on toast for breakfast 💕

Georgina Pickles | 3 years

Indian Street Food Picky Tea

This was amazing! The perfect addition to NYE! Thank you!

Ash | 3 years

Indian Street Food Picky Tea

Lovely food as always. Thank you very much!

Linz D | 3 years

Valentines Cookalong Box with Cuckoo Gin

A fantastic evening with the best hosts, the food in particular was really well thought out so it could be made to suit personal tastes/diets. Very happy and will certainly be interested in attending future events.

zoe harrison | 3 years

Valentines Cookalong Box with Cuckoo Gin

Maria was excellent as always. Sent out cooking instructions by email and was available on Zoom. Maria also went above and beyond by answering my emergency message when I did something wrong.

Debbie Slater | 3 years

Valentines Cookalong Box with Cuckoo Gin

Fantastic as always helping to make a helping to make a perfect lockdown valentines night in! x

Georgina Pickles | 3 years

Valentines Cookalong Box with Cuckoo Gin

Yaaaayyy for Valentines dinner take away! Fabulous idea <3

Jackie | 3 years

Valentines Cookalong Box with Cuckoo Gin

Maria made us an amazing meal for Valentines night. everything was delicious.

Joanne Colling | 3 years

Valentines Cookalong Box with Cuckoo Gin

Delicious food and drink as always. What a fabulous idea to hold a cook along!

lyndsay | 3 years

Valentines Cookalong Box with Cuckoo Gin

Excellent value, delicious food and cocktails which left us wanting more :-)

Lorraine | 3 years

Aubergine in a Curry and Coconut Dhal

The food was absolutely delicious, Thankyou Maria your takeaways have been a real highlight of lockdown!!

Rose | 3 years

Aubergine in a Curry and Coconut Dhal

One of the best curries I’ve had in a long time. Beautifully blended

iantownsend | 3 years

Aubergine in a Curry and Coconut Dhal

Brilliant . . . . Each meal gets better. Delicious stuff 😆

Julia Collinson | 3 years

Aubergine in a Curry and Coconut Dhal

Gorgeous food and such an easy way to collect. Will definitely be ordering from Maria again and hoping we can book Dinner at Marias post covid.

Karen Smith | 3 years

Aubergine in a Curry and Coconut Dhal

Food was amazing highly recommend.

Claire | 3 years

Aubergine in a Curry and Coconut Dhal

Amazing, tasty, fresh food -our first time with this host but will definitely not be out last

Rose | 3 years

Vietnamese Picky Tea

I had to lick my plate it was so good. I think Vietnamese must be one of my favourites. Oh to come to one of your Vietnamese evenings again I particularly loved the aubergines. One of your best and they're all good Thanks Roses

Wendy | 3 years

Vietnamese Picky Tea

The whole experience was brilliant. The food was exceptional, the flavours and variety had been well thought out. The communication I had with Maria was excellent. We had a wonderful evening at home with our unusual and delicious meal. We will certainly be going back for another picky tea ASAP. Thank you Maria you brightened our day and gave us something to enjoy at this difficult time xx

LittleRedInteriors | 3 years

Vietnamese Picky Tea

The food was delicious thank you! So much flavour and variation! The dips were something else! Can’t wait for leftovers for lunch! Xx

Marianne | 3 years

Vietnamese Picky Tea

Excellent as always and Maria has managed to hold her events with appropriate Covid measures in place. The food was excellent too and we’ve booked on for Fridays Greek picky tea. Thank you, Maria.

Lorraine | 3 years

Vietnamese Picky Tea

Maria was lovely as always, food was amazing and absolutely delicious

Mrs Catherine Edwards | 3 years

Vietnamese Picky Tea

Loved our picky tea! Can't wait to try another!

Joanne Gallacher | 3 years

Vietnamese Picky Tea

Once again you knocked it out of the park and thanks for omitting the coriander xx

iantownsend | 3 years

Vietnamese Picky Tea

The most delicious evening tea ever !!

Georgina Pickles | 3 years

Vietnamese Picky Tea

Amazing!! Delicious as always! What’s next?!

Janet Carr | 3 years

Vietnamese Picky Tea

Maria is so warm and friendly and her food is simply amazing

Anne | 3 years

Vietnamese Picky Tea

Amazing, we absolutely love Maria's food and the takeaway protocols in place are brilliantly organised.

Rose | 3 years

Veganuary

Very tasty jacket sweet potato

Joanne Gallacher | 3 years

Veganuary

Not happy to be in lockdown but happy my takeaways are back

iantownsend | 3 years

Veganuary

Brilliantly. My first baked sweet potato. Tasted tasty taters.

Antonia Sotgiu | 3 years

Veganuary

Very accommodating and generous as always!

Frank Burgess | 3 years

Greek Inspired Picky Tea

Maria was very friendly and the food was excellent as usual.

Fran | 3 years

Greek Inspired Picky Tea

Maria's food is always varied and full of flavour. A great picky tea to look forwards to in lockdown.

Jackie | 3 years

Greek Inspired Picky Tea

It was so nice to be able to enjoy Maria`s food in lockdown, The food was delicious as always .

Joanne Colling | 3 years

Greek Inspired Picky Tea

Delicious takeaway food. Collection was Covid secure but still had that personal touch. Maria’s food is always a hit in our house and four clean plates is testimony to that. We will be back for more. Thank you

Michael | 3 years

Greek Inspired Picky Tea

Brilliant. Delicious food yet again! Thank you

Baz Tabern | 3 years

Greek Inspired Picky Tea

Another beautiful meal supplied by Maria 😀

Nina | 3 years

Moroccan Inspired Picky Tea

Sadly due to lockdown we couldn’t actually go into Maria’s and this was a takeaway service, but Maria’s warmth of character came across immediately. We also had a lovely little chat on messenger afterwards. I’m looking forward to actually be able to have dinner in Maria’s. The food was so good that we’ve booked our next meal at the end of Feb, the Vietnamese Picky Tea. Thank you Maria xx

iantownsend | 3 years

Moroccan Inspired Picky Tea

Marvellous meal, lots of different tastes, ooh.

Alan Cooper | 3 years

Moroccan Inspired Picky Tea

The food was ready for collection as arranged. The food as usual was outstanding.

Debbie Slater | 3 years

Moroccan Inspired Picky Tea

Fantastic as always!! Loads of food and loads of flavour!! Can’t wait for the next! x

Kirsty Lord | 3 years

Curry and Springsteen

Loved it!! Had a brilliant night, gorgeous food, great drinks, amazing ambiance and welcoming host. I can’t wait to do it again.

Cath Marsden | 3 years

Darwen Market Winter Salads

I’ve wanted to try Maria’s food for so long and the winter salads didn’t disappoint. Amazing value for money and utterly delicious. I can’t wait to try more or Maria’s yummy food!

Georgina Pickles | 3 years

Vietnamese Salad Takeaway

Such a lovely dinner for a summer’s evening! Thank you!

Jane | 3 years

Darwen Market Winter Salads

Delicious, filling and unique salads that were great value for money - the portion was huge! Thank you Maria

Marianne | 3 years

Takeaway

The food was superb as always, and Maria had taken appropriate steps to be Covid safe in the current circumstances. Thank you so much, Maria. See you soon. Mx

Samantha Melling | 3 years

Takeaway

Gorgeous food once again - def will keep coming back again and again 😊

Jane Novas-Morell | 3 years

Takeaway

Thank you Maria for the wonderful food that you clearly took so much time and love preparing, very much appreciated and always served with a big smile!

Lorraine | 3 years

Moroccan Inspired Picky Tea

Maria’s picky teas have been a highlight of lockdown! Lovely fresh flavours, massive portions and a friendly chat when collecting. Can highly recommend

Michael | 3 years

Moroccan Inspired Picky Tea

Superb

Rachel Heys | 3 years

Moroccan Inspired Picky Tea

Maria was friendly and welcoming as always. The food was lovely. We weren’t sure whether we were supposed to reheat some of the food, but ended up eating it cold

Sharon | 3 years

Moroccan Inspired Picky Tea

Amazing as always, cant wait to visit for sit down meal again when covid is over

Amanda Corner | 3 years

Moroccan Inspired Picky Tea

Great

Ash | 3 years

Moroccan Inspired Picky Tea

Another beautiful tasty meal from Maria. There was a lovely mixture of tastes and textures. The box was full to the brim which always goes down well :-) Maria included some tasty cupcakes as a thank you - what a lovely gesture! They were divine, smooth tasting and I’m afraid I want more!! We are now hanging out for the Street Food tea we missed but our friends tell us it’s going to be worth the wait. Thanks again, lovely lady, lovely food.

Fran | 3 years

Moroccan Inspired Picky Tea

Amazing food, such a great taste sensation for the palate. The aubergines were spectacular ! Maria was fantastic as always, thanks for the birthday cakes x

Jane Novas-Morell | 3 years

Moroccan Inspired Picky Tea

Always fantastic food and a smiling face from Maria! Many thanks

Lorraine | 3 years

Greek Inspired Picky Tea

Maria was her usual friendly self, and the food was so fresh and tasty

Janette | 3 years

Indian Street Food Picky Tea

Maria’s food is amazing. She never fails to deliver amazing food.

Rose | 3 years

Indian Street Food Picky Tea

Very good food and fun to eat

Suzanne Bell | 3 years

Indian Street Food Picky Tea

Very friendly, easy pick up, food is amazing. Would defo do it again and recommend.

iantownsend | 3 years

Indian Street Food Picky Tea

This is my all-time favourite of the range of picky teas you’ve done so far, Maria. Absolutely delicious - so glad I left some for tonight!

Michael | 3 years

Darwen Market Winter Salads

The food was delicious. Thank you so much.

iantownsend | 3 years

Darwen Market Winter Salads

Brilliantly tasty

Helen Reader | 3 years

Greek Inspired Picky Tea

Absolutely beautiful, tasty food clearly made with so much love.

Sharon Stone | 3 years

Greek Inspired Picky Tea

Friendly and welcoming host. Food was delicious.

Rachel Toner | 3 years

Greek Inspired Picky Tea

Absolutely amazing food as always, thanks Maria!

iantownsend | 3 years

Greek Inspired Picky Tea

Our favourite picky tea from our favourite person.

Fran | 3 years

Greek Inspired Picky Tea

Amazing mixture of food, brilliantly presented. It brought a bit of Greek summer sunshine into our homes and rekindled some happy memories.....very much needed in these difficult times. Thanks Maria :-)

Ash | 3 years

Greek Inspired Picky Tea

The food that was suggested was the food that arrived! Wonderful mix of different bits and pieces providing a food adventure! I really like that whilst we had three sides each one in each trio was different to extend what we were tasting. I think a little piece of bread to dip into the humous for example would have been lovely but in no way affected the enjoyment of the meal! This is exactly the type meal my partner and I enjoy - together, exploring new tastes! Forget wasting your time and money on well known delivery services, pop over the Maria’s and collect a box of delicious food! What’s next?? We can’t wait :-)

Joanne Gallacher | 3 years

Takeaway

I've just realised I didn't leave a review on this one - boy I've appreciated the take way's from Maria this year with all the Coronavirus closures of restaurants. Restaurant quality as a takeaway WINNER

Rose | 3 years

Moroccan Inspired Picky Tea

Very good

iantownsend | 3 years

Moroccan Inspired Picky Tea

Loved the new tastes 😃

Joanne Colling | 3 years

Moroccan Inspired Picky Tea

A lovely selection of Moroccan inspired food. Very tasty, colourful and fresh. There wasn’t a scrap left.

Lesley | 3 years

Greek Inspired Picky Tea

The food was delicious and Maria very welcoming as usual, albeit on her front doorstep. We had a lovely night in our little bubble and the food transported us back to the times we’ve holidayed in the Greek islands (well you can only dream can’t you)! Thanks Maria, your fantastic food helped fetch a bit of normality back into our lives. We will be definitely doing this again.

Lorraine | 3 years

Greek Inspired Picky Tea

My picky tea was amazing, full of flavour and fresh ingredients and so tasty. Maria is a great cook with a very COVID secure collection. Thank you Maria

Alison Brown | 3 years

Greek Inspired Picky Tea

Our Greek picky tea was delicious with lovely fresh flavours and generous portions. Maria is a lovely host and I would highly recommend her food.

Carol Heald | 3 years

Ethiopian takeaway with Lentils

Always innovative and using authentic ingredients -Maria is a star. These takeaways have been brilliant when restaurants have been inaccessible

iantownsend | 3 years

Greek Inspired Picky Tea

Delicious food beautifully presented. Enough for lunch the next day !

Lisa Rowe | 3 years

Greek Inspired Picky Tea

Wow wow wow - Maria is a wonderful cook - everything was full of flavour and delicious - I enjoyed every mouthful - thanks Maria for a fabulous feast x

Angela | 3 years

Ethiopian takeaway with Lentils

Amazing food, great portion size. Friendly host. Will be back again for sure

iantownsend | 3 years

Ethiopian takeaway with Lentils

Interesting to try a cuisine I have not had before. Usual brilliant food from our lovely hostess with the mostess.

Joanne Gallacher | 3 years

Ethiopian takeaway with Lentils

Once again Maria knocked it out of the park. I’d never had Ethiopian before but wouldn’t hesitate to order again. Delicious

LittleRedInteriors | 3 years

Ethiopian takeaway with Lentils

AMAZING. Thank you! Food was delicious as per... and plenty for left overs today! Thank yooooou!

Sandra Bacon | 3 years

Takeaway

What wonderful food Maria, absolutely delicious and so tasty, I have attended your events before and will be back for more takeaway Xx 🥙🥗

Rachel Toner | 3 years

Takeaway

I love the fact that Maria is providing fresh and healthy takeaway food during this lockdown. And for a fraction of the price of a fast food takeaway! Food was amazing as always, super fresh and really healthy.

Rose | 3 years

Takeaway

As usual. Her food is always appreciated

Louisa Simpson-Brown | 3 years

Takeaway

Amazing food, so delicious and fresh. Loved it x

iantownsend | 3 years

Takeaway

Fantastic as usual

Tilly | 3 years

Curry and Springsteen

Amazing food, the chicken is always amazing.

Fran | 3 years

Curry and Springsteen

Maria was amazing, her attention to detail in the food and pairing is truly amazing.

Janet Abdo | 3 years

Curry and Springsteen

This was our second evening with Maria. I must say both were excellent and most enjoyable. Maria is a fantastic host and we are looking forward to more evenings to come

John Cairns | 3 years

Curry and Springsteen

Fantastic food, service and beverages, great night.

Karen Dobson | 3 years

Curry and Springsteen

Maria was fabulous as usual and the food was delicious. Mark and all the staff at the Brindle Distillery were welcoming and attentive. Great service and would highly recommend.

LittleRedInteriors | 3 years

Private "bubble" Dinning

AMAZING. The food was incredible, Maria was SO hospitable, lots of info about the ingredients in the dishes served, AND left our kitchen spotless. I already can’t wait for another excuse to have Maria back to our house/bubble!

Malcolm Goulding | 3 years

Middle Eastern Feast at Cuckoo Gin

Very friendly and attentive.

iantownsend | 3 years

Friday Night is Curry Night!

Delicious food, as ever. I particularly liked the pesto.

Rose | 3 years

Friday Night is Curry Night!

Good

Carol Heald | 3 years

Friday Night is Curry Night!

Another great curry selection from Maria. Contrasting textures and layers of aromatic spices combined to make a delicious meal.

Eileen | 3 years

Middle Eastern Feast at Cuckoo Gin

Host was really good. Food excellent and in a brilliant setting.

Hilary Shepherd | 3 years

Italian Feast with Cuckoo Gin

A fabulous night was had by all. The gang appreciated the contacts from the hosts.... the food was fabulous and the drink flowed well! Sadly, the social distancing removes one of the key ingredients in Marias endevours, of mixing with strangers and sharing food and conversation - however - this format is great and whilst catering for 100 with food is a very different animal to in your own home - it is quite brilliant. I so want to come to one of the Vietnamese food events - I hear that the dishes are sublime! Many thanks Hilary

Elaine Lowe | 3 years

Italian Feast with Cuckoo Gin

Great evening - excellent food and service.

Daniel McKeown-Henshall | 3 years

Italian Feast with Cuckoo Gin

Maria did it again - our second time for a supper night at Cuckoo Gin. For what facilities were available the food was so so lovely and the service great. The sharing starter was fantastic - I love sharing starters like that! Thanks for another great night Maria and to all the Cuckoo team!

Janette | 3 years

Italian Feast with Cuckoo Gin

Maria was amazing as always. It was our second visit to one of Maria’s supper clubs at Cuckoo Gin. Each time the food has been of a high standard. Perfect way to spend my birthday and would definitely recommend .

Louisa Simpson-Brown | 3 years

Italian Feast with Cuckoo Gin

Such a fabulous evening and the food was AMAZING! Can’t recommend enough ❤️

Joanne Colling | 3 years

Italian Feast with Cuckoo Gin

Superb food as always. Dinner at Maria’s and Cuckoo Gin at Brindle Distillery is the perfect combination. Hosts that share a common love for good and hospitality. The food had its usual home cooked vibe and every bit of it was delicious.

Az | 3 years

Italian Feast with Cuckoo Gin

Absolutely amazing ! Wonderful, personal service and the food was just lovely. Made with love and attention ... thank you x

Sally | 3 years

Italian Feast with Cuckoo Gin

What a wonderful experience! Fantastic, authentic home cooking and plenty of it. Maria and Mark made everyone very welcome and loved the welcome speech. Table service was great from our server, Anna and the cleanliness of the nest and toilets was first class. Well done guys!

Stephanie Skeffington | 3 years

Italian Feast with Cuckoo Gin

The food was good but not really good value. Also the presentation could have been better. The desert was nice but just slopped on the plate so until you tasted it you wouldn’t know what it was

Mary Bennett | 3 years

Italian Feast with Cuckoo Gin

Brilliant.

Emma Lloyd | 3 years

Italian Feast with Cuckoo Gin

Maria’s Italian Feast was amazing. Delicious flavours using fresh ingredients with plenty of Italian herbs. Starter, main & dessert, we loved it all. A brilliant evening at Cuckoo Gin!

Gaynor Lovatt | 3 years

Italian Feast with Cuckoo Gin

Beautiful setting. The food was truly amazing and very tasty. Great night

Karen Smith | 3 years

Italian Feast with Cuckoo Gin

The event was extremely well organised the staff we amazing cannot fault the evening. Maria the food was amazing. Would highly recommend.

AmyIrving99 | 3 years

Italian Feast with Cuckoo Gin

Couldn’t fault anything about the evening! Maria was so attentive despite the larger setting than usual. The food was incredible and more than enough of every course! We were thoroughly impressed and can’t wait to visit another one!!

Vicky Evans | 3 years

Italian Feast with Cuckoo Gin

An amazing evening. The food was the best I’ve tasted in a very long time. Superbly prepared, cooked and presented. Thank you.

Wendy Litherland | 3 years

Vietnamese Feast with Cuckoo Gin

Fantastic- ready to book again. Superb tasty, fresh food- served with love. Amazing venue and hosts. We need this weekly! Best thing about the last 6months.

Nicola Whittam | 3 years

Vietnamese Feast with Cuckoo Gin

Great Evening, fab food and drinks! Will reccomend for a good evening out. #cuckoogin

Paul | 3 years

Vietnamese Feast with Cuckoo Gin

The evening was really good, tables set out with space, clear directions and helpful staff. Food was great, also the gin & wine good too Something different for an evening meal out Highly recommend

Tilly | 3 years

Vietnamese Feast with Cuckoo Gin

Maria is really confident and sets the atmosphere. The night was amazing and we couldn’t fault the food, we can’t wait to return.

David Whittam | 3 years

Vietnamese Feast with Cuckoo Gin

Great evening. Excellent host both Maria and Mark and special mention to Morgan you look after and pampered all evening.

Fran | 3 years

Vietnamese Feast with Cuckoo Gin

We had an amazing evening. The venue was fantastic and very safe with lots of precautions for COVID and both Maria and Mark were very attentive to everyone’s needs.

Jacqueline Livesey | 3 years

Vietnamese Feast with Cuckoo Gin

It was the first time we had been out since lockdown so it was nice to be out! Host introduced the event well but was quite bust with the food so didn’t get the chance to speak. A nice evening with a LOT of food!

Laura Dunbavin | 3 years

Vietnamese Feast with Cuckoo Gin

Delicious food in a great setting. Maria and the Cuckoo team were wonderful hosts - thank you!

Catherine Baines | 3 years

Vietnamese Feast with Cuckoo Gin

Maria was amazing. Not only is she an amazing chef who packs one flavour to make your tastebuds explode but she’s friendly and makes you feel like you’re part of the family.

Carol Heald | 3 years

Pad Thai Salad Takeaway

Charming and friendly as usual. An absolute gem

iantownsend | 3 years

Pad Thai Salad Takeaway

Fantastic as usual.

Joanne Gallacher | 3 years

Pad Thai Salad Takeaway

Maria is a bubble fun host with a better memory than mine 😂

Mark | 3 years

Pad Thai Salad Takeaway

As always with Maria, delicious food! A real flavour explosion and the Chilli dressing is simply GORGEOUS!

Rose | 3 years

Pad Thai Salad Takeaway

Excellent salads

Emma Lloyd | 3 years

Vietnamese Feast with Cuckoo Gin

Great time! Great host! Great food! Had a superb evening. Thankyou to Maria for the delicious food x

Julie Meadows | 3 years

Middle Eastern Feast at Cuckoo Gin

Lovely evening. Delicious fresh food and plentiful!

Zoe & Paul | 3 years

Vietnamese Feast with Cuckoo Gin

Fantastic experience Lovely venue Very well organised Perfect combination

Phil Riley | 3 years

Vietnamese Feast with Cuckoo Gin

fantastic event, really good food and service, lovely venue. cant praise it enough

Nina Lockwood | 3 years

Vietnamese Feast with Cuckoo Gin

The food was amazing - all cooked perfectly despite the lack of full kitchen facilities! The service was also superb ... i highly recommend the Supper Club!

Orma lindsay | 3 years

Vietnamese Feast with Cuckoo Gin

Lovely!! I felt so relaxed and enjoyed every minute

Kieran Craig | 3 years

Vietnamese Feast with Cuckoo Gin

The food was fantastic, cooked to perfection and so flavourful! I lived in Vietnam for 2 years and this really stood up against some of the great meals I had there! Maria, Mark and Tom were excellent hosts and made us feel at home! All the staff were a delight. The Venue is so unique and cool! Sampled all of the Cuckoo Gins and they were all superb! I will be coming back!

Andrea Glynn | 3 years

Vietnamese Feast with Cuckoo Gin

It was brilliant! The whole night. Just booked ok for the Italian one. My only criticism would be we were seated at the bar seats at the back and it was hard to hold a conversation but you offered us to move and it wasn’t a problem. Glorious night, thank you x

Janice Minihan | 3 years

Vietnamese Feast with Cuckoo Gin

Fantastic, we thoroughly enjoyed our night!

Karen Dobson | 3 years

Vietnamese Feast with Cuckoo Gin

Maria was an excellent host . The food was delicious and a great atmosphere.

Rachel Blundell | 3 years

Vietnamese Feast

Brilliant - everything was perfect

Susan Lord | 3 years

Vietnamese Feast

Maria was vibrant and enthusiastic, she was interested in all the guess taking time to speak to individuals before, during and after the meal. The food was exquisite and filling, there was plenty to go around. Would thoroughly recommend

Margaret Rendle | 3 years

Vietnamese Feast

Everything about the event was perfect. From the host to the food and let’s not forget all the rest of the staff who where very attentive. If you have not yet attended one of Maria’s events then you are truly missing out on a fantastic night x

Joanne Gallacher | 3 years

Vietnamese Feast

Under current COVID 19 circumstances the event Experience was fantastic

Mhairi | 3 years

Vietnamese Feast

Maria could not have been a better host. The food was perfection and was plentiful, the atmosphere at Cuckoo was perfect and whilst I was nervous about our first outing since lockdown, I felt so at ease. I'll be looking out for future events with Maria! Thanks for being such a wonderful host x

Lisa Cooper | 3 years

Vietnamese Feast

Absolutely brilliant night...amazing food and great atmosphere!

Shiona MacDonald | 3 years

Middle Eastern Feast at Cuckoo Gin

Great night, great staff and lovely interaction

Sarah Drinkwater | 3 years

Middle Eastern Feast at Cuckoo Gin

Our host was amazing from the minute we sat down until the minute we left. The organisation was spot on and we felt so safe throughout.

Karen Middleton | 3 years

Middle Eastern Feast at Cuckoo Gin

We had a great evening - very relaxed and the food was delicious

Diane Lewis | 3 years

Middle Eastern Feast at Cuckoo Gin

Amazing and very friendly. Was very kind and shared recipes. Food was delicious and unique

Lara Donnelly | 3 years

Middle Eastern Feast at Cuckoo Gin

Host was very good but she had no idea about social distancing or personal space. When its the first time you've been out and Maria comes over to talk about the measures you put in place you back away and she comes closer, thats not good!

Carol Donnelly | 3 years

Middle Eastern Feast at Cuckoo Gin

Super evening, really enjoyed it.

Janet Barnsley | 3 years

Middle Eastern Feast at Cuckoo Gin

Amazing. Food was fantastic and Maria and the team made everyone really welcome.

Amy Conway | 3 years

Middle Eastern Feast at Cuckoo Gin

Fantastic Food, Fantastic Gin! Great evening all round! Thank you Maria and everyone at Brindle Distillery!!

Ant Jones | 3 years

Middle Eastern Feast at Cuckoo Gin

Maria made a point of speaking to each guest, and was happy to explain the individual dishes, which were expertly prepared and presented. Highly recommend!

Daniel McKeown-Henshall | 3 years

Middle Eastern Feast at Cuckoo Gin

Maria was great, from the start very active chatting to people as they settled to tables and then a brief group chat about the courses and etiquette - very much approved of her “no mobile phones” rule during dinner. Fine for photos and all but no constant phone usage hurrah 😀 the food itself was divine - the starter was probably my favourite simply because it was such a variety of flavours - delicious. The fish and the lamb both cooked wonderfully and the dessert - well, rice pudding with rose water and pistachio - absolutely divine. Can’t wait for the next one now! Thanks Maria and your team!

Lucy Painter | 3 years

Middle Eastern Feast at Cuckoo Gin

We attended the Middle Eastern supper club at Cuckoo’s nest. It was the first proper family time we’d spent since lockdown - the hosts were amazing. The food, the vibe, the service could not be faulted. All of the family would 100% recommend!!

Michael Cahill | 3 years

Middle Eastern Feast at Cuckoo Gin

We absolutely loved the evening. Amazing food and fantastic service. What a great first event out of lockdown!!

Keira Rebecca | 3 years

Middle Eastern Feast at Cuckoo Gin

Excellent food and hosting. Thanks for a lovely evening

Lisa Robinson | 3 years

Middle Eastern Feast at Cuckoo Gin

Lovely 💕

Emma Lloyd | 3 years

Middle Eastern Feast at Cuckoo Gin

Excellent food drink & atmosphere. So well organised re social distancing. We all had a great night. Thanks to all involved

Antonia Sotgiu | 3 years

Middle Eastern Feast at Cuckoo Gin

I loved this event, it was the first outing since Covid 19 and it was perfect. Maria's food was yummy (as always!) and the venue was perfect.

Beth Dearden | 3 years

Middle Eastern Feast at Cuckoo Gin

We had a fantastic night at Cuckoo Gin, the food was wonderful & the atmosphere & feel overall was great! Definitely would recommend and I can’t wait to book again!

Chloe | 3 years

Middle Eastern Feast at Cuckoo Gin

Host was great - lovely atmosphere and great food

ClaireClapham | 3 years

Middle Eastern Feast at Cuckoo Gin

Amazing night and amazing food, all of the food was so tasty (my favourite was the lamb) Thanks Maria and the Cuckoo team for such a great night can’t wait to do it again.

Deborah Moore | 3 years

Middle Eastern Feast at Cuckoo Gin

Fantastic night, fabulous beautifully tasting food, well presented. Hostess Maria was very attentive, checking to ensure that everything was ok with everyone and the food. ( did I say how amazing the food was??) highly recommended x

Rose | 3 years

Pad Thai Salad Takeaway

Very well

Sandra Bacon | 3 years

Pad Thai Salad Takeaway

Super host, excellent food

iantownsend | 3 years

Pad Thai Salad Takeaway

very well, yummy food - as usual ;-)

Rachel Toner | 3 years

Pad Thai Salad Takeaway

This pad Thai salad was absolutely amazing, really fresh and tasty. Thanks Maria, incredible food as always!

Mark | 3 years

Pad Thai Salad Takeaway

Another great meal from Maria. Such a huge depth of flavour - she really is a skilled chef.

Rose | 3 years

Takeaway Goan Curry

Excellent as usual

Carol Heald | 3 years

Takeaway Goan Curry

The best combination of Indian curry and side dishes I have ever tasted. Really genius use of spices. Just delicious. And very reasonably priced.

iantownsend | 3 years

Takeaway Goan Curry

Loved the pineapple curry in particular - this was new to me. However does she do it ? #talenttalenttalent 😃

Kary | 3 years

Takeaway Goan Curry

You need to change this form to reflect a takeaway service

Joanne Gallacher | 3 years

Vietnamese Salad Takeaway

This is my 2nd takeaway. It was a “salad“ but OMG it was so different and soooo tasty

Mark | 3 years

Vietnamese Salad Takeaway

If you need to eat then you need to eat with Maria - delicious food as always!

iantownsend | 3 years

Vietnamese Salad Takeaway

Wonderful, as usual !

Louisa Simpson-Brown | 3 years

Takeaway

Yummy food! It was so fresh, tasty and healthy. Just what we needed. Thank you Maria for providing such lovely food

Rose | 3 years

Takeaway

Excellent food as usual

VIKKI LIVSEY | 3 years

Takeaway Lamb Tagine

Bought for my husband who said it was really tasty, nice, succulent meat and really nice flavours to the rice pudding which was 'unusual' Social distancing adhered to and Maria was as friendly and smiley as ever Xx

Emma Cook | 3 years

Moroccan Feast

Fantastic and flavoursome food from Maria! Thank you

Mark | 3 years

Takeaway Lamb Tagine

FAB-U-LOUS! I keep saying it, if you need to eat then you need to eat with Maria! Delicious food with interesting flavours beautifully combined. If I win the lottery I’m hiring Maria as my personal chef!

VIKKI LIVSEY | 3 years

Takeaway

Lovely, vibrant salads once again. Very tasty! Social distancing guidelines adhered to. Thank you Maria, awesome Xx

iantownsend | 3 years

Takeaway

The highlight of our week, delicious salads from Maria. Luckily, we both rave about different salads, so there's no fighting over who eats what ;-) We always look out for her takeaway events, a lifesaver in these difficult times.

Mark | 3 years

Takeaway

A-ma-zing! Fantastic food as always from Maria, a beautiful combination of flavours. As always it’s a real treat to dine with Maria - thank you!

Jennyfromtheblock | 3 years

Takeaway

Lovely person, lovely food, very happy thanks

Rachel Toner | 3 years

Vietnamese Salad Takeaway

Fantastic food as always - thanks Maria!

iantownsend | 3 years

Vietnamese Salad Takeaway

Excellent. As always. Maria delivers. Heavenly flavours. Went yummy 🤤 yummy 😋 Yummy 🤤

LittleRedInteriors | 3 years

Vietnamese Salad Takeaway

Delicious flavours, fresh ingredients, and fabulous value. Thank you! xx

LittleRedInteriors | 3 years

Takeaway

Oh Maria - it was DREAMY! Thank you so much! Absolutely delishhhhh! Cheered my mum right up, from her doorstep delivery too. Thank you!

PILAR Wilcock | 3 years

Takeaway

great service

Rachel Toner | 3 years

Takeaway

Awesome as always! Thanks Maria!

Rose | 3 years

Takeaway

Good as usual

VIKKI LIVSEY | 3 years

Takeaway

Beautiful bright and tasty salads, so useful to have during lockdown. All social distancing measures in place. Maria lovely and friendly

Dorothy Shepherd | 3 years

Takeaway

The salads and tart were delicious. Slow eating allowed each flavour to burst on the palate. Some of the flavours were very subtle and it was well worth taking time to taste them. This was a delightful experience. I have eaten at Maria's round her table and in Covid times with Take Away and the food is consistently of a very very high standard. Maria is delightful and the whole experience is wonderful.

Claire | 3 years

Takeaway

Delicious food, as ever - proof that salads can be exciting! Maria is just the perfect chef and we're lucky that she is still providing wonderful food during this difficult time. Thanks Maria.

iantownsend | 3 years

Takeaway

Brilliantly as usual. Our host goes beyond the normal to produce delicious food, and, as we are self-isolating because I am in the shielding category, delivers to our home. Which excites both us and our dogs, who greet her through the window, keeping 2m away ;-)

Laura Gillett | 3 years

Ramen/Pho Noodle Nosh Takeaway

Excellent as usual. Thank you

Lorraine | 3 years

Ramen/Pho Noodle Nosh Takeaway

Loving the takeaways, fab idea. Food was excellent, really fresh and tasty. Thank you Maria

Christine Donnelly | 3 years

Vietnamese Salad Takeaway

Spot on. Social distance maintained and email notification received with location details plus time

Mark | 3 years

Vietnamese Salad Takeaway

Oh to the M to Gee! Another exceptional meal. It was a real treat to have someone else making our dinner last night and SO much healthier than a greasy takeaway. Looking forward to dining with Maria again!

MartinaH | 3 years

Vietnamese Salad Takeaway

The Vietnamese salad Maria made was absolutely delicious. Me and my partner really enjoyed it. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Margaret Holmes | 3 years

Vietnamese Salad Takeaway

Can’t answer question 2 because Maria is providing a takeaway service due to the current pandemic. She is such a warm and friendly host. On arrival she uses all the safe recommended social distancing measures and your salad is ready to take straight away. A treat awaits you when you get home. Beautiful fresh, and light and bursting with of lots of different textures and taste. Hugh portions as well.which will serves us easily two meals with an accompaniment of fish or chicken. Thanks Maria for feeding us so well and giving us something different to enjoy in these challenging times.

Rachel Toner | 3 years

Vietnamese Salad Takeaway

This salad takeaway was the best one yet! Absolutely gorgeous. Thanks Maria.

Sandra Bacon | 3 years

Vietnamese Salad Takeaway

She is so friendly helpful and happy!!!!

Shell | 3 years

Vietnamese Salad Takeaway

Yummy! Loved the dressing Lovely to catch up even if it was at a distance!

Rachel Toner | 3 years

Takeaway

Absolutely amazing food as always, healthy, fresh, vibrant, tasty. Even in lockdown I can eat like an absolute queen. Thanks Maria!

Sandra Bacon | 3 years

Takeaway

Superb food

iantownsend | 3 years

Takeaway

Absolutely amazing as usual

Lorraine | 3 years

Takeaway

Takeaway is a great idea Maria, lovely nutritious salads that are far more exciting than my own efforts and they’ll keep me going for days, thank you

Louisa Simpson-Brown | 3 years

Takeaway

Absolutely delicious food as always ❤️❤️❤️

LittleRedInteriors | 3 years

Veganuary Meat Free Monday

Thank you so much to Maria for being a brilliant host with delicious food!

Rose | 4 years

Winter Salads

Very good. Lovely evening, excellent company

Rachel Toner | 4 years

Winter Salads

Maria is an incredible cook and a brilliant host. Can't wait for the next one!

Kerry Crossley | 4 years

Winter Salads

The event was great, food was amazing and there were so many laughs to be had. Fab night and fab company. Maria is a great host and never fails to make the events a success

Karen | 4 years

Winter Salads

Made me feel very welcome

Jacki | 4 years

Winter Salads

Had a great time. Food was super. Maria made everyone feel welcome from the very start. Will be going to future events for sure.

iantownsend | 4 years

Winter Salads

Excellent as always

Liz Skupski | 4 years

Winter Salads

We were first timers and didn’t know what to expect. We had a fabulous evening meeting new people, excellent food and a superb hostess . We will return .

Rachel Toner | 4 years

Takeaway

Maria is just amazing. As always, beautifully prepared, fresh and vibrant food. So nice to have healthy takeaway food to look forward to in these times.

Rose | 4 years

Takeaway

Ads expected. Good. Loved the mushrooms and apple with fennel. Other 3 excellent as well

iantownsend | 4 years

Takeaway

Not quite addicted to salad, but getting there. Seriously good

Jackie Barnes | 4 years

Takeaway

Excellent idea and organization in present climate to convert to take away menu . Portion sizes great - not too large and great value x x thanks Maria

Paul Schofield | 4 years

Takeaway

Amazing food by an amazing chef

Rose | 4 years

Takeaway

Takeaway but her usual good self

Dorothy Shepherd | 4 years

Takeaway

Maria was delightful and welcoming and very helpful. The salads were absolutely delicious, with varied and interesting flavours. Good value and excellent idea which gave us a treat in the difficulty corona virus times.

iantownsend | 4 years

Takeaway

Absolute deliciousness. Rose and I were fighting over the olive salad. Not fair: she claims not to like olives 😢

Jackie Barnes | 4 years

Takeaway

Excellent idea . Think you should carry on with takeaway service after all this is over x

Laura Gillett | 4 years

Takeaway

Fabulous food and great service 👍

Simon Clarke | 4 years

Palace Cinema Supperclub Food and Film

Really rather good

Vivien Heyes | 4 years

Middle Eastern Feast at Cuckoo Gin

Maria and her staff where welcoming and friendly. Made us laugh. Had an enjoyable night xx would definitely recommend

Ruth West | 4 years

Middle Eastern Feast at Cuckoo Gin

The whole evening was amazing. From the food, venue and perfect host. We thoroughly enjoyed the cuisine, drinks and the banter with Maria and her family. Ruth

Paul Slater | 4 years

Middle Eastern Feast at Cuckoo Gin

We both really enjoyed the evening

Helen | 4 years

Middle Eastern Feast at Cuckoo Gin

Maria and her family are such passionate foodies and incredibly friendly.

Jane Cottam | 4 years

Middle Eastern Feast at Cuckoo Gin

Maria was a lovely, warm & friendly host. The food was absolutely delicious . The whole evening was fantastic. We would definitely come to another Dinner at Maria's at Brindle distillery.

Jeremy Barson | 4 years

Middle Eastern Feast at Cuckoo Gin

Fantastic night. Great food, plenty to go around. Some amazing new tastes. Nice to be able to meet other likeminded people on our table. Booked for the Vietnamese night in May on the back of last night. Highly recommended

J Carrier | 4 years

Middle Eastern Feast at Cuckoo Gin

Fabulous

Katie Carter | 4 years

Middle Eastern Feast at Cuckoo Gin

Amazing experience! Loved the sharing and the atmosphere was fantastic! Would definitely recommend and will hopefully attend again soon!

Lesley | 4 years

Middle Eastern Feast at Cuckoo Gin

She was most welcoming, constantly going round to everyone making sure that everything was ok/asking did we want more etc. The food was superb, it was mine and my daughter’s second time. This time we had four friends with us who all thoroughly enjoyed it and said they would definitely come again.

louise horne | 4 years

Middle Eastern Feast at Cuckoo Gin

really great food and company !

Connor Monaghan | 4 years

Middle Eastern Feast at Cuckoo Gin

Very good. Will be booking again!

Ivan Durkin | 4 years

ELSAS Fundraising Ball Winners

Absolutely superb. It was a great night and Maria the host was excellent.

Jenny Durkin | 4 years

ELSAS Fundraising Ball Winners

Maria is a consummate professional. The quality of food was divine, the atmosphere was lovely and she was attentive and humorous. She was serving, cooking and cleaning single handed and it still ran smoothly and seamlessly. Thank you for a wonderful evening.

Natasha Hanson | 4 years

ELSAS Fundraising Ball Winners

Maria had gone to a lot of trouble for us, particularly to accommodate me as a vegan. It was very much appreciated. The food was excellent. Highly recommended

Frances | 4 years

Cooking through Ottolenghi

Perfect evening of gorgeous food and fabulous ice cream!

Lorna McInulty | 4 years

Palace Cinema Supperclub Food and Film

Very friendly and clearly passionate about food. Just like going to a friend's for dinner!

Christine Acklam | 4 years

Palace Cinema Supperclub Food and Film

I thought the food was excellent and different - I don't know any where local that I can eat that kind of food. Maria is a great cook and clearly thinks about what food to cook and the flavors. She is friendly and interesting as a host. I would definitely recommend her events and would look to attend another.

Sarah Kenworthy | 4 years

Women's Vision Collective

Amazing food, so delicious plus a lovely relaxed atmosphere, thank you so much for a lovely eve

Kath Lord-Green | 4 years

Women's Vision Collective

Great event, great food and a happy host!

Victoria Brooke | 4 years

Women's Vision Collective

Wonderful host food and experience .

Carley Hayhurst | 4 years

Women's Vision Collective

Perfect food and lovely host......splendid x

Angela Verity | 4 years

Women's Vision Collective

This was a fabulous evening. The food was amazing and Maria is lovely.

Kary | 4 years

Cheese and Onion Pie

Lovely

Julie Paul | 4 years

Cheese and Onion Pie

As usual Maria was a fantastic host. This is the 2nd event we have been to of Marias and we will definately be going again. Thanks Maria.

Peter Walmsley | 4 years

Cheese and Onion Pie

Awesome.

Bibbs | 4 years

Cheese and Onion Pie

Excellent food and ample portions. Lovely.

iantownsend | 4 years

Cheese and Onion Pie

Another wonderful evening with Maria and friends, old and new. Highly recommended- I’ll be booking on this again 😄

Luke Luke | 4 years

Cooking through Ottolenghi

the perfect host as always

Antonia Sotgiu | 4 years

Cooking through Ottolenghi

Maria is a lovely, welcoming person who makes you feel at home. The food was absolutely delicious and I met some really nice, interesting people. Highly recommended!

Denise | 4 years

Palace Cinema Supperclub Food and Film

Fabulous, as always.

Julie | 4 years

Palace Cinema Supperclub Food and Film

A great event from start to finish

Peter Janus | 4 years

Palace Cinema Supperclub Food and Film

It did not go quite as well as the previous week. The food distribution could have been better- maybe there was more help last week? My wife said her aubergine was delicious. The chicken eaters had to wait a little time for it to be cooked. Great puddings, I’m sure we will be back for more.

Shaheda Patel | 4 years

Palace Cinema Supperclub Food and Film

Delicious plentiful fresh food, a friendly bunch of people, had fab night xx

Jozef Kowalewski | 4 years

Dinner at Maria's @ Waitrose Chester

Excellent host and food, well presented and very attentive and polite staff.

Sachita Bareja | 4 years

Dinner at Maria's @ Waitrose Chester

The host was good, the food was lovely n I enjoyed the evening as well as made a new friend.

Susan Parry | 4 years

Dinner at Maria's @ Waitrose Chester

Excellent evening, thoroughly enjoyed every minute and the food was delicious. Looking forward to the next event given by Maria.

Susan Winward | 4 years

Dinner at Maria's @ Waitrose Chester

Amiable, welcoming, jolly, inclusive, inspiring.

Alan Povey | 4 years

Dinner at Maria's @ Waitrose Chester

Very approachable, knowledgeable and pleasant.

Karen Hawkins | 4 years

Dinner at Maria's @ Waitrose Chester

Perfect evening and Maria was lovely. Can we have a Vietnamese evening next please? Fabulous food last night

Audrey McDonough | 4 years

Dinner at Maria's @ Waitrose Chester

This was my first time attending a supper club. It was a very enjoyable evening and I thoroughly recommend it. Maria was a very warm and welcoming host and clearly a talented cook. Can we get an option of take home recipes next time!? Food was so fresh, delicious, and beautifully presented.

Chris Thomasson | 4 years

Middle Eastern Feast at Cuckoo Gin

Lovely evening, great food & there was gin . Plenty to eat , best hummus I've ever had & the most delicious meringues I've ever had .

Sioned Williams | 4 years

Middle Eastern Feast at Cuckoo Gin

Absolutely devine food, fabulous atmosphere and staff. Would highly recommend this evening to anyone

Martin Stringfellow | 4 years

Middle Eastern Feast at Cuckoo Gin

The host was excellent, food superb

Tom Swinscoe | 4 years

Middle Eastern Feast at Cuckoo Gin

Maria was lovely, very welcoming and the setting at Brindle Distillery was great! The food was fantastic!! Six of us went along and all absolutely loved the meal, the ambience and the hospitality. Will definitely go again

Lynda Farnworth | 4 years

Middle Eastern Feast at Cuckoo Gin

Lovely and very engaging

Julie Paul | 4 years

Middle Eastern Feast at Cuckoo Gin

Maria is an amazing host and chef. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. The food was so tasty, we definately will be going again. Brilliant night all round

Peter Janus | 4 years

Palace Cinema Supperclub Food and Film

Brilliant evening with excellent food. Can’t wss as it for the next one

Sarah | 4 years

Palace Cinema Supperclub Food and Film

Excellent event, absolutely lovely food from Maria, great atmosphere, would highly recommend

Rachel Heys | 4 years

Palace Cinema Supperclub Food and Film

Maria was an amazing host, fabulous food and explained everything in detail

Kary | 4 years

Palace Cinema Supperclub Food and Film

Maria immediately puts people at their ease and gets everyone chatting as though they’ve known one another for years

Michelle Davies | 4 years

Palace Cinema Supperclub Food and Film

Amazing & plentiful food and Maria is an excellent, friendly host.

lyndsay | 4 years

Palace Cinema Supperclub Food and Film

Delicious food, friendly event, well organised and a great film at the end. Top marks all round!

Helen Willett | 4 years

Palace Cinema Supperclub Food and Film

Maria was fabulous. She was friendly and provided explanations of the dishes. the food was absolutely excellent. We both had a fabulous time.

DAVID BARBER | 4 years

Palace Cinema Supperclub Food and Film

Lovely person; great food

Emma | 4 years

Palace Cinema Supperclub Food and Film

Fantastic!

Rose | 4 years

Vegan Vietnamese Street Food Feast

Extremely well

Vic Patterson | 4 years

Vegan Vietnamese Street Food Feast

Had a wonderful relaxed night at Maria’s. The food was absolutely delicious and I’m looking forward to hopefully going again soon.

DAVID STANDRING | 4 years

Vegan Vietnamese Street Food Feast

Another excellent meal,with a great set of guests.magic night.

Benjy | 4 years

Vegan Vietnamese Street Food Feast

Absolutely outstanding! What a brilliant evening - wonderful food, company and conversation. Can’t wait until next time x

iantownsend | 4 years

Vegan Vietnamese Street Food Feast

As always fantastic food, a great group of people and a wonderful host. My favourite dishes ? The aubergine and then the vegan brownie, closely followed by the special curried mushrooms. Yummy !!

Angela | 4 years

Vegan Vietnamese Street Food Feast

Amazing night, the food was out of this world (especially the cauliflower and mango salad) and Maria passed on all the recipes. She spoke passionately about cooking and said she would help out anytime we needed unusual ingredients. The other people there were all friendly and I really enjoyed the night. So much so I’ve booked again! The vegan brownies and meringue were so tasty, and she encourages you to bring home all leftovers, which I did. Yum yum x

Luke Luke | 4 years

Poetry Sunday dinner with Ian Whiteley

Maria and the event were great as always.

Martin Snelling | 4 years

Poetry Sunday dinner with Ian Whiteley

Great food and a fascinating guest speaker. Really friendly atmosphere and great bunch of guests!

Rana Shihadah | 4 years

Poetry Sunday dinner with Ian Whiteley

Maria is always an excellent host; friendly and smiley, and always making sure everyone is well looked after.

Angela Holt | 4 years

Poetry Sunday dinner with Ian Whiteley

Lovely afternoon with excellent, plentiful food, great entertainment and fun chatter. Thank you

Peter Walmsley | 4 years

The Exodus Supper Club

Maria was Awesome as always Lovely food and lovely people. I look forward to Maria's next meal

Jane McGuinness | 4 years

The Exodus Supper Club

Fantastic food, excellent host, good information with food - thank you

John M | 4 years

The Exodus Supper Club

First experience of wififo and Maria. Really enjoyed the event, th food and Maria's hospitality. Will definitely return.

Kary | 4 years

The Exodus Supper Club

Lovely

Peter Walmsley | 4 years

Walk and Sunday Dinner

Great food, place & company

Luke Luke | 4 years

Pork Meatballs

great food and company

Kieth Wood | 4 years

Vietnamese Feast

Excellent

Peter Walmsley | 4 years

Ramen/Pho Noodle Nosh

Maria was warm and welcoming , the food fresh wholesome and tasty also the guests where warm and pleasant

Bibbs | 4 years

Ramen/Pho Noodle Nosh

Really nice food and all the other guess wonderful company.

iantownsend | 4 years

Ramen/Pho Noodle Nosh

Never had this dish before - very pleased I pushed my boundaries - delicious. Great food, great host, wonderful company.

Lorna Read | 4 years

Ramen/Pho Noodle Nosh

Great evening with a lovely friendly host

Mike loftus | 4 years

Pork Meatballs

WOW, totally outstanding food, great host, atmosphere and company

iantownsend | 4 years

Pork Meatballs

A wonderful evening with a lovely host, great food, generous helpings (it’s 11 am the following morning and I’m still full up !) Great company too.

DAVID STANDRING | 4 years

Moroccan Feast

Really good night,good food,great company, excellent hostess.

Susan | 4 years

Moroccan Feast

Fabulous Moroccan menu prepared with care by someone passionate about sharing authentic food. Thank you Maria.

Antonia Sotgiu | 4 years

Cookery Book - Book Club

Had a lovely evening with fantastic food and company

Bibbs | 4 years

Winter Salads

Excellent value for money, 8 salad dishes, plus chicken cooked to perfection AND enough left overs for my tea the following evening.

iantownsend | 4 years

Winter Salads

Just simply brilliant-good food, good company - delicious

Stephanie Perplus | 4 years

Winter Salads

Had such a wonderful time! Maria is so warm and welcoming and an amazing cook and host! Would definitely recommend!

Paula | 4 years

Winter Salads

Maria is a lovely knowledgeable lady who knows her stuff! Always makes you feel extremely welcome in her beautiful home

Susan Brown | 4 years

Pinxtos

Basque cheese cake... Amazing!!! Food as usual was tasty with new flavours. A very different evening of food and meeting new people, really enjoyed the evening thankyou

DAVID STANDRING | 4 years

Pinxtos

Another great evening with Maria.Great food,excellent company,as always.

Martin Snelling | 4 years

Pinxtos

Most enjoyable, Maria can experiment on us again

Kate Conboy | 4 years

Pinxtos

I had a great evening with my friend Jackie when we joined Maria and her other guests - the welcome was warm, the atmosphere friendly and the food was excellent ! We will be returning soon !

Veronica Louisa Watson | 4 years

Tapas Night

As always, food superb and plentiful. Delicious dishes and lovely, lively atmosphere!

Susan Robinson | 4 years

Tapas Night

Had a fantastic night excellent food great company from start to finish could not fault anything

Maggie Harris | 4 years

Dinner at Maria's @ Waitrose Chester

Maria was friendly but could have explained a bit more about the food been served. I was looking forward to the tapas starters but served altogether was a bit too much of a clash of flavours. All very nice individually though!

Philip Chesters | 4 years

Dinner at Maria's @ Waitrose Chester

Maria and her friend were great hosts, the food was excellent as was the company resulting in a very enjoyable evening for my wife and myself.

Caitlyn Hallman | 4 years

Dinner at Maria's @ Waitrose Chester

Maria was lovely and made everyone comfortable from the start! There was a relaxed atmosphere to the evening that I think she really made happen.

Virginia Kay | 4 years

Middle Eastern Feast at Cuckoo Gin

Fantastic evening with amazing food! Would not hesitate to recommend to anyone! Well definitely be booking again :)

Susan Sharpe | 4 years

Middle Eastern Feast at Cuckoo Gin

Lovely as usual.

Susan | 4 years

Middle Eastern Feast at Cuckoo Gin

Faultless! Amazing flavours from freshly prepared and cooked food. Maria clearly has a passion and it shows. We ate like kings, we were very well looked after, fed to the brim, and really enjoyed everything we were served.

Mark | 4 years

Middle Eastern Feast at Cuckoo Gin

What a great night! Maria's food was fantastic, in fact it was better than that! I'm salivating now thinking of the lamb and I could have eaten a bucketload of Maria's meringues! The relaxed setting and gorgeous gins from Cuckoo along with great company really made for a memorable evening.

John Turner | 4 years

Middle Eastern Feast at Cuckoo Gin

Enthusiastic and welcoming! Great evening and atmosphere!

Joanne Colling | 4 years

Middle Eastern Feast at Cuckoo Gin

Another superb evening with delicious food hosted by the lovely Maria.

Kary | 4 years

Middle Eastern Feast at Cuckoo Gin

Maria is the perfect host, she has the ability to make everyone feel special and welcome. Her food is amazing.

Louisa Simpson-Brown | 4 years

Middle Eastern Feast at Cuckoo Gin

Another fabulous evening with Maria. The food, as always, was devine and the atmosphere and the gin at Cuckoo was so good. Would definitely book again ❤️

Marie Spencer | 4 years

Middle Eastern Feast at Cuckoo Gin

Simply fabulous

David Lee | 4 years

Cookery Book - Book Club

Brilliant night! Thank you!

Rose | 4 years

Cookery Book - Book Club

Very good. Beautiful food, good company

Bibbs | 4 years

A World of Spice

Maria was very welcoming and friendly, food was excellent and I'm looking forward to next event I attend.

Veronica Louisa Watson | 4 years

A World of Spice

Welcoming, relaxed, superb cuisine. Great host. Fun evening.

Nichola | 4 years

A World of Spice

Maria is absolutely lovely and a fabulously friendly host! So many different choices of dishes you will never go hungry. Definitely something you should try and experience for yourselves.

Shell | 4 years

Getting back on the treadmill

Wonderful food such fresh flavours Great company Super cheffing Great host loved it

DAVID STANDRING | 4 years

Cheese and Onion Pie

A great evening.Good food,great hostess and a really good crowd.

Jan | 4 years

Cheese and Onion Pie

Great, a really enjoyable evening but a pity that I didn't get the ginger sponge and custard promised.

Veronica Louisa Watson | 4 years

Cheese and Onion Pie

Food wonderful, attentive host and engaging company. An entertaining evening. with lots of laughter.

Michelle Jordan | 4 years

Tracy Davies Greek Feast Fundraiser

Our Host was fabulous, friendly and made us all feel very welcomed. The food was delicious! Thank you so much for a fantastic evening with lots of laughter and amazing food.

Lynne Fitzpatrick | 4 years

Tracy Davies Greek Feast Fundraiser

The food and host was fantastic. Amazing food, would definitely recommend.

Graham Jordan | 4 years

Tracy Davies Greek Feast Fundraiser

There is no way I could fault Maria in any way, we absolutely loved it.

Gill | 4 years

Tracy Davies Greek Feast Fundraiser

Fabulous food with a wonderful host, Maria makes you feel so welcome and is the most amazing cook 😊

Gina Smith | 4 years

Tracy Davies Greek Feast Fundraiser

Fabulous host and fabulous food. Can’t wait to return. Thank you Maria

Neil | 4 years

Middle Eastern Feast

Maria is delightful. Explained the provenance of the food we ate and was lots of fun. Superb evening

Anne | 4 years

Middle Eastern Feast

Fantastic, friendly and welcoming.

Kary | 4 years

Middle Eastern Feast

The amazing dishes at Maria’s keep coming and keep me coming back, her food is superb.

Robin Menezes | 4 years

Middle Eastern Feast

Great host- very welcoming. Food was amazing. The slow cooked lamb was incredible. And the pavlova was to die for.......

Six Seats | 4 years

Vietnamese Feast

It was my first experience at a pop up evening and Maria’s was amazing. Loved the flavours and conversation was great 👍 I would recommend dinner at Maria’s anytime

Nina | 4 years

Vietnamese Feast

wonderful evening of amazing food

Jan | 4 years

Vietnamese Feast

Very welcoming and friendly. Her cooking was wonderful, fantastic flavours including her vegetarian options and so much of it.

john caffrey | 4 years

Vietnamese Feast

Great food, interesting company, smashing host.

Jan | 4 years

Charity Garden party with Gin!

Very friendly and great vegetarian options, especially liked the whipped fetta and the potatoe dish 😍

Lesley Simmons | 4 years

Dinner at Mine

Warm and welcoming, very relaxed and chilled.

Susan Sharpe | 4 years

Dinner at Mine

Lovely as usual

Chris Cosens | 4 years

Secret Supper (ssshhhhhh)

We had a super night at Maria's. All our guests have been in touch to say what a good meal and to complement the host. Maria puts everyone at ease and her food was delicious, prepared and presented excellently. We would highly recommend a visit to anyone. Chris & Ian Cosens.

Gabrielle Aspinall | 4 years

CBP’s Big Thank You Dinner

Absolutely amazing! Maria was so friendly, welcoming and gave SO much. She went above and beyond and we couldn't have asked for a better host. The food that she created was delicious and our attendees tried dishes that they have never tried before.. and loved them! Thank you so much Maria.

DAVID STANDRING | 4 years

Vietnamese Feast

Another excellent evening.The food was great,as was the company.I couldn't have asked for more.

Kath | 4 years

Vietnamese Feast

It was a hugely enjoyable event. Maria was warmly welcoming and people attending were relaxed and friendly. The food was beautifully presented, tasty and plentiful. Maria was a generous host, sharing interesting information about each dish. Although she presented a lot of dishes, she never appeared harassed or rushed and even joined the group at the table towards the end of the meal. Well done, Maria, and thank you.

Gill Lomax | 4 years

Vietnamese Feast

Amazing .... Maria is a wonderful lady and a lovely host

Anne | 4 years

Vietnamese Feast

Another fantastic evening with wonderful food

Dawn | 4 years

Greek Feast

Another fantastic event Maria! Thank you. I'll be back!

iantownsend | 4 years

Greek Feast

Excellent food. So good I took 3 tubs home ! Wonderful hosting, and a great crowd. Friendly, fun, food - what more could I want ? Thanks, Maria.

Kary | 4 years

Greek Feast

Maria is a fabulous host, there was great food and lots of laughter. Sharing food around Maria’s table is such a treat.

Mel | 4 years

Greek Feast

Really good fun, great food! Maria always uses the freshest and most authentic of ingredients with herbs and spices from all over the world. A great foodie experience - highly recommended

Mike loftus | 4 years

Greek Feast

Maria’s nights are always fabulous

Claire | 4 years

Greek Feast

Fabulous a end welcoming

Mike loftus | 4 years

Poetry and dinner with Ian Whiteley

Fabulous night, food was outstanding, the poet Ian was brilliant and the company amazing ?

Kary | 4 years

Poetry and dinner with Ian Whiteley

What a great concept ‘food and words’

DAVID STANDRING | 4 years

Poetry and dinner with Ian Whiteley

Yet another fabulous night at Maria's.The food was great as always,and Ian Whiteley's poems were very good.It made for a very entertaining evening.

Luke Luke | 4 years

Poetry and dinner with Ian Whiteley

Fantastic night, Maria is raising the cultural bar in Darwen. I thought id have to be one of the global elite to be able to have my own poet reading me poems while I ate a sumptuous feast. But no, at this event I was gastronomically indulged in the extreme while thought provoking poems simultaneously gave my brain food. Nutrition for body, mind and soul. Thanks Maria.

Jo | 4 years

Gin tasting with Ginception

Great night, Gin was amazing

Martin Snelling | 4 years

Mediterranean Feast

How Maria does it is beyond me, cooking for loads of people and having gatecrashers too!. Another excellent do, the Panettone bread & butter pudding was amazing.

Jane McGuinness | 4 years

Mediterranean Feast

It was a very late booking, but handled well, thank you. Great food and plenty of it, all fabulous quality. Host worked well to make everyone feel comfortable and welcome. Thoroughly enjoyed my evening, will return.

Marie Spencer | 4 years

Mediterranean Feast

Wonderful.

Rachel | 4 years

Mediterranean Feast

I have done this already. Your site drives me mad. Maria however is wonderful.

DAVID STANDRING | 4 years

Mediterranean Feast

Another fabulous night ,great company,Maria was her usual bubbly self,keeping everybody happy and very well fed.

Lindsey Burnett | 4 years

Mediterranean Feast

As always friendly and generous. Her food is just delicious ?

Anthony | 4 years

Mediterranean Feast

Super sociable and made everyone feel at home.. she is a true star and I can’t wait to attend another event

Jo | 4 years

Greek Feast

The food was amazing. Totally delicious ! Looking forward to another event.

Jackie | 4 years

Greek Feast

A very nice evening,Maria made us all feel welcome and served us the most delicious food.

Kate Fulwell | 4 years

Greek Feast

Wonderful food and lovely, friendly hosting as always. Hope your arm isn't too sore, Maria x

Susan Brown | 4 years

Cookery Book - Book Club

Excellent day, such lovely friends and fabulous atmosphere Thankyou everyone great day X

Scott Tuddenham | 4 years

Vietnamese Feast

Fantastic food and great host , table was very full not just with food but with conversation and laughter Already thinking of trying other nights that maria hosts My only niggle would be more heat in the steak and mango salad ( chilly heat it can take it) but thats also because I love chilly in salads Fantastic deserts If you don't go your missing out

Helen Stokes | 4 years

Vietnamese Feast

It was an enjoyable evening. Good food and company. Thank you.

Susan Brown | 4 years

Vietnamese Feast

Wow what a fun night, food was 5+star everyone around table very interesting with stories and laughter. I will attend another 5 star Vietnamese dinner that Maria hosts where everybody is made welcome. Just lovely.

Joanne Haworth | 4 years

Tapas Night

Exceptional as usual. Food and host where amazing and a good laugh was had by all. I will be returning soon.

DAVID STANDRING | 4 years

Tapas Night

A really enjoyable evening.Maria was her happy,bubbly self,as usual.

Rose | 4 years

Tapas Night

It went as expected - very well!

iantownsend | 4 years

Tapas Night

As always, a delight to eat at Maria's. Love discovering tastes I was unaware of (the fennel salami and the exploded Spanish black pudding were fantastic) - and the company was great.

Gillian Mellelieu | 4 years

Tapas Night

Maria always engages well with everyone and has her preparation to perfection a great host as well

Kary | 4 years

Gin tasting with Ginception

Great!

Lucy | 4 years

Gin tasting with Ginception

A lovely evening tasting lots of gin combinations!

Susan Brown | 4 years

Gin tasting with Ginception

Brilliant gin tasting event with great company and the vendors along with Maria the host as usual knowledgeable and great fun can’t fault them

Paul Caunce | 5 years

Eat and Tweet with #FDNWH

Maria was fantastic. Quite simply the best food I have ever tasted. Had a wonderful evening, and will definitely book again with Maria. Thank you.

Shaun Holt | 5 years

Eat and Tweet with #FDNWH

I cannot fault Maria as a host. She is extremely welcoming, encourages conversations, puts everyone at ease. Most importantly her cooking is exceptional. I would highly recommend Dinner at Marias.

Sunflower | 5 years

Eat and Tweet with #FDNWH

Absolutely perfect

Karen Walker | 5 years

Eat and Tweet with #FDNWH

Maria is an amazing cook. The food was out of this world! We felt so welcomed and the evening was a huge success. Thank you so much Maria.

Alison Critchley | 5 years

Eat and Tweet with #FDNWH

Maria was the perfect hostess! Our first ever supper club so didn’t know what to expect but had a wonderful evening thanks to Maria!

iantownsend | 5 years

River + Railway Walk with Afternoon Tea

Entirely yummy event.

Allan Brown | 5 years

River + Railway Walk with Afternoon Tea

Friendly and welcoming

Amanda | 5 years

River + Railway Walk with Afternoon Tea

I thoroughly enjoyed all aspects of the day. The guide was excellent, lovely people and the food was amazing. Thankyou Maria, I look forward to any similar events.

Alan Cooper | 5 years

River + Railway Walk with Afternoon Tea

The walk led by Nick was interesting and friendly. Maria had our afternoon tea ready for our return. Most enjoyable morning walk followed a scrumptious afternoon tea.

sue danson | 5 years

Lisa's 50th Birthday Treat

fantastic food & hosting .. thank you Maria , highly recommend

Kary | 5 years

Cookery Book - Book Club

Maria is a superb host.

Susan Brown | 5 years

Cookery Book - Book Club

Great day with good food and meeting and making new friends . a lively and lovely way to spend a Sunday

Susan Brown | 5 years

A World of Spice

Another amazing evening of food laughter and meeting new people. Thanks to this talented lady

Kary | 5 years

A World of Spice

Maria is five stars all the way, a superb host, an excellent cook, I enjoy everything about her dinners and always look forward to the next.

Laura Gillett | 5 years

A World of Spice

Maria outdid herself yet again with some amazing food and flavours. The evening was very pleasant and relaxed.

Graham Bateson | 5 years

A World of Spice

Welcoming with on arrival cocktails enthusiastic about the food. A lovely table setting and a good mix of guests a good variety of spicy food to try. In all a good show.

Nicky Otley | 5 years

Lisa's 50th Birthday Treat

Fantastic .... wonderful evening with lovely. Food and company / such a relaxed evening and food and host 11 out of 10 - would deffo recommend to friends ... thank you Maria x

Jan Walkden | 5 years

Lisa's 50th Birthday Treat

Maria was lovely and very welcoming. She explained all of the different dishes on offer and there were many! The food was amazing. I tried foods that I wouldn’t normally order in a restaurant or attempt to make myself and it was delicious and all made with fresh ingredients. Maria’s passion for food is obvious and comes across not only in conversation but in the food that she creates. The desserts were simply divine. The meal was relaxed and the ambience created was spot on.

Leigh Tapp | 5 years

Lisa's 50th Birthday Treat

Maria was a great host , the food was really good made all the more fantastic for me as it was all gluten free! !! Thank you Maria for a fabulous meal.

Niraj's Kitchen | 5 years

A World of Spice

Maria's reputation as a host lived up to all the hype. She was so welcoming and accommodating. Even though it was our first time meeting her it felt like we had known her for years. She is also a great mentor for other hosts and gave us some invaluable advice. We highly recommend Dinner at Maria's. She really knows her way round the kitchen.

Luke Luke | 5 years

A World of Spice

Now for the 1st time I understand why Schubert wrote ‘Ave Maria’ but how he could have known back then the heavenly experience of the curry last night is beyond me.

June Borek | 5 years

A World of Spice

The food was amazing . Had a really fun night . Our host was very bubbly and very easy to get in with , made you feel at ease .

DAVID STANDRING | 5 years

A World of Spice

I had a great time.The food was excellent,there was a great crowd and Maria was a wonderful hostess.

janet meloy | 5 years

A World of Spice

Great evening. Food excellent and host very welcoming. Will certainly attend again!

Katie Peters | 5 years

Middle Eastern Feast

Thoroughly enjoyed the meal tonight. All the dishes were so tasty and plenty of food as usual. Maria was engaging as always and makes you feel so welcome and relaxed.

Lucy Thompson | 5 years

Middle Eastern Feast

The whole evening was so much fun, great company, wonderful food and Maria is such a welcoming, fun, informative host. I am in awe of her cooking skills. Thank you for another wonderful evening x

Pam Walmsley | 5 years

Rachel's Family Get Together

Maria was very friendly and welcoming. We immediately felt at home and thoroughly enjoyed the evening. And the food was WOW just WOW.

Rachelwilcock | 5 years

Rachel's Family Get Together

Fabulous as ever! We will be back! Thank you so much Maria. The food was delicious and we had the most lovely time. Seth’s face when he realised there was a third pudding was the funniest thing ever! ?

Beverly Howard | 5 years

Rachel's Family Get Together

Lovely, very welcoming and a great chef!!

Neil | 5 years

Vietnamese Feast

Maria was absolutely superb. She explained thoroughly the food we were going to be eating and asked if anyone had any dietary issues many times. She created a really friendly and fun atmosphere but did also leave us all alone enough to allow us all to create a stimulating conversation. All in all it was superb. And the food was wonderful.

Luke Luke | 5 years

Vietnamese Feast

thanks for a great night Maria

Shaun Holt | 5 years

Vietnamese Feast

Great host, made everybody feel welcome and encouraged lots of conversation. A very relaxed, easy going and enjoyable night!

Sandra Bacon | 5 years

Vietnamese Feast

She was very welcoming and made sure everyone enjoyed the evening

Kary | 5 years

Vietnamese Feast

Great

Eleanor | 5 years

Vietnamese Feast

It was my first visit to Maria’s. She is an excellent host and the food was plentiful and delicious. I had a great evening with interesting conversation and lots of laughs. Thanks for a great evening and I’m looking forward to going to Maria’s again.??

Russ Green | 5 years

Winter Salads

Food was amazing; chocolate cake and ice cream was to die for (and I don’t have a sweet tooth). The host Maria makes everyone feel very welcome and is good at stimulating conversation amoungst the group of her ‘guests’. It was my second meal at Maria’s and can’t wait to go again. Highly recommend; give it ago.

Shell | 5 years

Winter Salads

Maria brought another set of strangers together for a superb evening of amazing food who knew vegetables could be that filling! And that cauliflower! Great company and food as always!

Laura Gillett | 5 years

Winter Salads

Amazing food and fabulous company. Already looking at when I can go again.

Kayjay | 5 years

Winter Salads

What a fabulous evening - both the food (who knew there were that many yummy salads?) and the hosting by the wonderful Maria.

Katie Peters | 5 years

Winter Salads

Maria was a fabulous host and the food was amazing!

Kath Wilkins | 5 years

Winter Salads

It was the first event I'd attended, but I was made very welcome by Maria & introduced to the rest of the group. The food was wonderful, beautifully presented and plentiful. Although she kept dishes coming to the table, Maria spent time interacting with her guests and was a superb host.

iantownsend | 5 years

Winter Salads

Who knew winter salads could be so delicious ? Not me, certainly. This event lived up to Maria's other events' reputation - always surprise tastes, great quantity, wonderful. The chat around the table is always interesting too, and last night surpassed itself !

Emma Wilkinson | 5 years

Walk and Sunday Dinner

Second time I have been to Maria’s already looking forward to the next time . Excellent value for money, delicious food. Very attentive host makes it look easy ??x thank you Maria

Kayjay | 5 years

Bring me your favourite book

Maria is a fabulous cook and host, always warm and welcoming

Kate Fulwell | 5 years