Taste Film believes that a film should be more than just watched – it should be lived. And ever since founder Amy Fernando had an epiphany while watching Goodfellas, that’s exactly what she has been trying to achieve. Pairing brilliant food with iconic on-screen moments, Taste Film is truly a feast for all the senses, and it’s back again for another batch of films this year.
Giving a whole new meaning to ‘watch what you eat’, this is an immersive experience that combines two of life’s greatest joys: food and film. If you’ve ever found yourself wanting to reach out and grab a bite of whatever’s on screen, your interest is about to be piqued.
So, how exactly does Taste Film Manchester work?
Taste Film has partnered with The Anthologist on St Peter’s Square to screen some brilliant blockbusters in Manchester. But don’t expect popcorn and extra-large Cokes. See, what The Anthologist has that your standard cinema doesn’t is a proper working kitchen – the perfect spot for dishing you up a multi-course meal timed to the film, as well as a drink (alcoholic or otherwise).
For each film, there’s the choice of a classic, vegetarian or vegan menu, with gluten-free options available. Each plate is a nod to what’s going on on screen, timed to perfection. All you need to do is rock up 30 minutes before the film starts – no secret handbag snacks needed for this one.
What films can I watch at Taste Film Manchester in 2026?
🎬 The Hunger Games (2012)
Gear up to relive this iconic tale of rebellion and fighting for what’s right as The Hunger Games (2012) returns to the screen this month. Some of the dishes you can expect to savour on this adventure: dark rye and smoky baba ghanoush, fiery picante margaritas, honey-glazed skewers, and an antidote-for-poison dessert as the perfect finale.
📅 February 3, 13, 14 & 15
🎬 Matilda (1996)
Let your inner child embrace the 90s nostalgia with a rewatch of Matilda (1996), featuring everyone’s favourite mischievous child and an enduring story of kindness, found family, and a bit of magic. At this special immersive dining experience, you’ll be served a series of yummy dishes that tie in with the plot as the story unfolds, including cereal milk cocktails, an elevated TV dinner featuring slow-cooked barbecue chicken, and – of course – chocolate cake.
📅 April 3, 5, 6 & 12
🎬 Guardians of The Galaxy (2014)
Very much in theme, this Taste Film showing of Guardians of the Galaxy (2014) will come with freeze-dried space food (yes, you read that right), galactic prison dishes, and lots of surprises on the menu – all served up with careful timing to fully immerse you in this unique world as you embrace your inner space outlaw.
📅 June 5 & 8
We’ll be updating this article as Taste Film Manchester schedules the roster of events, so check back to see what other films they’ll be feeding you through.
Taste Film presents Matilda (1996)
