Jane Austen was born on December 16, 1775, in the village of Steventon, in Hampshire, England. Recognizing both the popularity of her work with modern readers and the fact that many early Canadian settlers would have recognized, cooked and eaten the dishes mentioned in her writings, CHC celebrates her 250th birthday with an afternoon at historic Campbell House, built in 1822.  Guest speakers will explore themes of food in the novels of Jane Austen.

Dr. Lorraine Clark, Trent University
Food for Thought: Jane Austen on the pleasures of ‘taste’

Dr. Theresa Moritz, University of Toronto
Emma’s Appetites: Getting to eat what you want in Highbury

Sample a selection of foods that have a connection to the novels and letters of Jane Austen.  Historic cook and CHC honorary member Mya Sangster will briefly discuss the historic recipes behind the selections.

Saturday, November 22, 2025
1:00-4:00 pm (in-person event)
Campbell House Museum

Tickets available through Eventbrite
CHC members & students   $25.00
Culinary Tourism Alliance members   $29.75
General admission   $35.00
(HST and service fee extra)

Period costume is not required. Due to the historic nature of the building, accessibility is limited for guests with mobility concerns.