London Premiere of Award-Winning Film, A Fine Line – VIP Reception & Panel – 23rd June 2025

The fight for equality in professional kitchens is global—and leading international advocates are coming together in London on June 23 at Cineworld, O2 Arena. World-renowned chefs Asma Khan, Sally Abé, and Chantelle Nicholson headline a powerful evening of food, film, and fierce conversation at the UK premiere of the award-winning documentary A Fine Line. The screening, hosted by US-based non-profit MAPP (Mentorship, Advocacy, Purpose and Power) in partnership with Women in the Food Industry, Les Dames d’Escoffier London, and Brand Archery, follows months of momentum sparked by an open letter from 70 top female chefs in the UK calling out the persistent sexism in hospitality.

Begin the evening taking photos on the red carpet with your favourite chefs and an exclusive welcome wine and canapés reception, where guests can enjoy chef signature bites and fine wines. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet Filmmaker Joanna James, Founder of MAPP, and connect with fellow guests who share a passion for food, culture & creativity.

After the film screening, engage in a thought-provoking panel discussion on the power of women in food and film as they share their creativity and craft to create a more inclusive and thriving culture, featuring Chef Asma Khan, one of Time Magazine’s Most 100 Influential People and Davos Speaker; Joanna James, Director/Producer of A Fine Line, Sally Abé,, Head of Food The Bull Charlbury; Chantelle Nicholson chef-owner of Apricity, Mex Ibrahim, founder of the UK’s Women in the Food Industry and other notable women in London’s hospitality scene.

Join us to Celebrate Women In Food & Film

Agenda

5:30 PM – 6:20 PM

VIP Wine & Canapés Reception with Red Carpet Photos

6:20 PM – 6:30 PM

Welcome Remarks from Filmmaker and London Partners

6:30 PM – 7:45 PM

A Fine Line Screening

7:45 PM – 8:25 PM

Exclusive Panel Discussion plus Q&A

Following the screening, join an enlightening discussion exploring the intersection of food, culture, and equality with UK leaders like Activist and Chef Asma Khan, Owner of Darjeeling Express and Time Magazine’s 100 Most Influential People, Sally Abé, Head of Food at The Bull Charlbury, Chantelle Nicholson, Green Michelin Star Chef of the Apricity and Joanna James, Director and Producer of A Fine Line and founder of MAPP, a nonprofit empowering more women to lead through mentorship & advocacy.

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