I'll be reading some poems at the launch event for the Vine Collective, a brand new venture aiming to promote good food and wine through a love of music, literature and culinary culture. The line-up is as good as it is diverse, with poet and comedian Rob Auton, 'Hackney Marshman’ Gareth Rees, writer and broadcaster Michael Smith (Giro Playboy/Unreal City/ Culture Show), a rare live set from Jesus Licks and a DJ set from Chrome Hoof.

There will also be a range of wine available and expert advice from The Vine Collective's resident expert Darren Smith.

The event takes place at the Blackhorse Workshop, ticket info here.