'A little bit of Glasgow magic': TV chef to host event for debut cookbook
Glasgow chef and TV presenter Julie Lin will be appearing at fried chicken spot Birds at Phillies, in Shawlands, on Sunday, May 18.
The event will mark the release of her debut cookbook Sama Sama.
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Guests at the event will be treated to a limited edition set menu, featuring dishes straight from the book.
This will include Julie's crispy chicken burger, which consists of southern fried chicken thigh, pickled cabbage, carrot slaw, and a drizzle of fish sauce caramel.
The menu will also include criss-cut fries and a Fettercairn Sama Sama Serve cocktail, created by Julie in collaboration with Fettercairn whisky.
Guests will also have the opportunity to chat with Julie and get their new cookbooks signed.
Tickets for the event, which will run from 5pm to 8.30pm, are priced at £20 per person, which includes the full set menu and a welcome cocktail.
Bookings are now open and can be made by emailing birds.sama@gmail.com.
Julie said: "I'm so excited to be celebrating Sama Sama with my friends at Birds.
"Nick and I have known each other for years, so to bring this collaboration to life - with one of my favourite recipes - feels really special.
"It's all about great food, great company, and a little bit of Glasgow magic."
This event is the first of its kind for the Birds at Phillies, well known to locals for its popular fried chicken.
The collaboration brings Julie together with her old friend Nick Watkins, the founder of Birds.
The pair have a shared passion for bold flavours, welcoming hospitality, and a laid-back atmosphere.
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Nick said: "Kicking off our first ever Birds collab with Julie couldn't feel more right.
"She's one of the most exciting voices in food right now, and a good pal too - so it's the perfect full circle moment.
"We can't wait to welcome everyone for an amazing night of food, whisky and good times."
This is just the first in a series of collaborations for Birds, which hopes to continue offering unique food, drink, and cultural experiences to its customers.
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