THIS WEEK!

Festive Free Flow Classikal | Tues 9th Dec | 7pm

Doors open 7pm, music starts at 8pm.

£13 General admission; £10 Earlybird; £5 Student

A special 'Festive' Free Flow Classikal

featuring our latest releases

PERSEVERANCE

by Jonathan Mayer (sitar)

TALA++

by Steve Tromans (piano)

Followed by an improv jam session open to all musicians.

RSVP: contact@zeroclassikal.org.uk

www.zeroclassikal.org.uk

Guido Spannocchi Quintet |  Thurs 11th Dec | 7pm

Doors open 7pm, music starts at 8pm.

£13 General admission; £10 Earlybird; £5 Student

Line-up: Guido Spannocchi - sax, Danny Keane - piano, Jihad Darwish - bass, Adam Texeira - drums, and James Larter - percussion.

Vienna born London based saxophonist Guido Spannocchi has come to international acclaim with his unique blend of groove, bebop and world music. His extensive catalogue has granted him shows across the world from Brazil to Japan, from the UK across Europe all the way across Senegal, Ghana, Nigeria, Gambia and most recently in South Africa. His quartet have sold out at Ronnie Scott's, BFlat Berlin and Porgy & Bess Vienna.

At KaramelN22 Guido will be presenting a new set of music inspired by his recent tours together with Danny Keane on piano (sideman of Anoushka Shankar, Mulatu Estate e.a.), Jihad Darwish on bass (sideman of Van Morrison, berlioz, Tony Kofi, Jo Harrop) plus the Canadian-born half Portuguese drummer and author of "flipping beats" Adam Texeira and Manhattan School of Music alumni James Larter on percussion.

Karamel - 4 Coburg Road, London N22 6UJ. The Karamel vegan kitchen will be serving food until 9.30pm. Email karamel8775@gmail.com to book a table for groups of 3+.

📚 Launch of Jordi Casamitjana’s New Book “Why Vegans Don’t” | Sat D...

FREE

On 13th December 2025, an event to launch the new book Why Vegans Don’t: A Philosophical Guide to Vegan Behaviour will take place at the vegan venue Karamel in Wood Green, London, where Jordi Casamitjana will talk about his new book and will sell signed copies at a discount price.

ℹ️ About the event On Saturday 13th December 2025, the free event will start at 4:30 PM and finish at 6 PM (when participants can join another free event in the venue titled Pooches & Popcorn, which is a dog-friendly movie night) at Karamel (4 Coburg Rd, London N22 6UJ), a vegan bar where you can get a lovely vegan dinner after the event ends. During the launch, Jordi will read an extract of his book, answer questions about it, and attendees will be able to buy a signed copy at a much cheaper price.

📘 About the book A thought-provoking exploration of vegan philosophy that includes controversial issues still debated within the vegan movement, this book goes deep into the ethical, scientific, and philosophical reasons why vegans reject some products and practices, uncovering an enlightened worldview that challenges exploitation, inspires moral progress, and celebrates sentient life in all its forms. From the main axioms of the philosophy of veganism to the reasons behind refusing backyard eggs, ahimsa silk, oysters, or horse riding, each chapter offers clarity, evidence, and insight for anyone seeking to understand what living by the vegan philosophy means.

👤 About Jordi Originally from Catalonia, but resident in the UK for several decades, Jordi Casamitjana is a vegan zoologist specialising in animal behaviour, who has been involved in different aspects of animal protection for many years. In addition to scientific research, he has worked as an undercover investigator and animal welfare consultant, often on wild animal issues. Some of his professional achievements include the closure of several zoos, securing the first successful prosecutions of UK illegal hunters under the Hunting Act 2004, and his participation in the banning of bullfighting in Catalonia. Jordi, who has been vegan since 2002, became well-known in 2020 for securing the legal protection of all ethical vegans from discrimination in Great Britain in a landmark legal case that was discussed all over the world. Jordi is also the author of a novel titled The Demon’s Trial and the autobiographical reference book Ethical Vegan: A Personal and Political Journey to Change the World. Since 2020, he has become a freelance content writer and video creator for several vegan organisations, as well as a public speaker on veganism and animal rights issues.

🐶 Pooches & Popcorn (dog-friendly movie night): It's a Wonderfu... | Sat Dec 13 | 6pm

FREE

Cosy up for a relaxed winter evening with the timeless Christmas classic It’s a Wonderful Life, the first in our festive double-feature.

🎟️ Free entry, just RSVP! 🗓 Saturday 13 December 🕕 arrive from 18:00 · 🎬 movie at 19:00 📍 Karamel Club - 4 Coburg Rd, London N22 6UJ 💬 Group chat in the London Vegan Network community on WhatsApp

🐾 Come on your own or bring your pups, but please only dogs who are comfortable around other dogs and people in a busy indoor setting.

🍿 Arrive early to grab food, settle in, and get comfortable. 🎬 We aim to start the movie around 19:00.

🌭 Karamel’s fully vegan kitchen and bar will be open all evening, with their "Cinema Special" combo on the menu. ✨ Don’t miss next week’s follow-up screening: The Muppets Christmas Carol, same time, same place!

🚉 Closest stations: Wood Green and Alexandra Palace. ♿️ Step-free access and a wheelchair-accessible toilet are available.

FESTIVE VEGAN SUNDAY ROAST | Sun Dec 14 | 1pm

Vegan Christmas at Karamel N22 – Festive Roast Lunch

Join us this December for a delicious plant-based festive roast at Karamel!

We’re serving up a joyful Festive lunch full of flavour, colour, and all the seasonal trimmings — the perfect way to celebrate with friends, family, or your community.

Sunday 14 & 21 December 2025, 1.15pm - 6pm

Booking is essential! Reserve your table now: karamel8775@gmail.com or Call 020 8090 0071 for enquiries and bookings. *During our opening times!

*Please contact us prior to your booking to make us aware of any allergies or intoleraces!

We can’t wait to celebrate the season with you at Karamel.

SAMPLE 100% VEGAN MENU

Almond & Chestnut Wellington Roast* - £16 Served with roast potatoes, roast parsnips, swede and carrot mash, cabbage medley, peas and gravy.

*Chicken and Mushroom Pie Roast with all the trimmings

*Stout Pie Roast with all the trimmings

*Gluten free option available without stuffing and pastry.

Other Vegan mains available Eg. Pizzas, Burgers etc.

Vegan Desserts from £3.99 - £7.50

Salted Caramel Cake, Chocolate Fudge Cake, Jaffa Cake, Ice Cream.

Karamel, 4 Coburg Road, London N22 6UJ - nearest tube/train : Wood Green and Alexandra Palace (8 to 10 mins walk)

🎲 Sunday roast & board games! Geekstraveganza| Sun Dec 14 | 1pm

Geekstraveganza is a fun, friendly afternoon of good company, tasty vegan food, and board/card games! We’ll have plenty to play, but feel free to bring your own.

🎟️ Free entry, just RSVP! 🗓 Sunday 14 December 2025 🕐 13:00 – 19:00 📍 Karamel Club - 4 Coburg Rd, London N22 6UJ 💬 Goup chat in the London Vegan Network community on WhatsApp

🤓 Everyone’s welcome — regulars are happy to teach, and hosts can introduce you or suggest games. Drop in anytime; new games start as people arrive.

🤤 The venue hosts us for free, so please grab some food or drinks from the 100% vegan kitchen and bar to support them. Don’t miss Kath & Roger’s legendary Sunday roast with all the trimmings!

🚉 Closest stations: Wood Green and Alexandra Palace. ➡️ Find us in the room behind the bar (and sometimes in the main area). ♿️ Step-free access and a wheelchair-accessible toilet are available. 🐶 Dog-friendly venue, so furry friends are welcome too!

NEXT WEEK!

KAIYO-KARAMEL Christmas Gig featuring Geoff Simkins and Tommy Emmer...

Doors open 7pm, music starts at 8pm.

£13 General admission; £10 Earlybird; £5 Student

Come and celebrate the end of the year jazz season at Karamel. Simon and Amy of KAIYO are joined by Geoff Simkins and Tom Emmerton.

Geoff Simkins Geoff has appeared at festivals, clubs and concerts in all parts of the United Kingdom, Europe, Scandinavia, West Africa, Bahrein, Dubai and the Far East. He often appears with American musicians who are visiting this country and over the years has played with such legends as Art Farmer, Al Cohn, Tal Farlow, Conte Candoli, Slide Hampton, Bobby Shew, Al Grey, Eddie “Lockjaw” Davis. Current projects include a trio with pianist Nikki Iles and bassist Dave Green, and the incredible duo “Lucky Teeth” with Liam Noble. You might enjoy this writing abut Geoff from a while back but still relevant… https://simonpurcell.com/blog/page/2/

Tommy Emmerton An in-demand freelance musician, as well as appearing with the BBC Big Band, Louis Dowdeswell Big Band and Callum Au Big Band Tommy recorded and performed with artists Michael Buble, Jamie Cullum, Gary Barlow. Quincy Jones, Al Jarreau, Maria Schneider, the Ronnie Scott's Jazz Orchestra and the RPO - and he is a magnificent jazz artist in his own right.

KAIYO band line-up: Simon Purcell - piano; Amy Baldwin - bass; Mark Taylor - drums.

Karamel - 4 Coburg Road, London N22 6UJ. The Karamel vegan kitchen will be serving food until 9.30pm. Email karamel8775@gmail.com to book a table for groups of 3+.

🐶 Pooches & Popcorn (dog-friendly movie night):The Muppet Chris...

FREE

Cosy up for a relaxed winter evening with the timeless Christmas classic The Muppet Christmas Carol, the second in our festive double-feature.

🎟️ Free entry, just RSVP! 🗓 Saturday 13 December 🕕 arrive from 18:00 · 🎬 movie at 19:00 📍 Karamel Club - 4 Coburg Rd, London N22 6UJ 💬 Group chat in the London Vegan Network community on WhatsApp

🐾 Come on your own or bring your pups, but please only dogs who are comfortable around other dogs and people in a busy indoor setting.

🍿 Arrive early to grab food, settle in, and get comfortable. 🎬 We aim to start the movie around 19:00.

🌭 Karamel’s fully vegan kitchen and bar will be open all evening, with their "Cinema Special" combo on the menu. ✨ Don’t miss next week’s follow-up screening: The Muppets Christmas Carol, same time, same place!

🚉 Closest stations: Wood Green and Alexandra Palace. ♿️ Step-free access and a wheelchair-accessible toilet are available.

We Aché | Sat Dec 13 | 6pm

Doors open 7pm, music starts at 8pm.

£13 General admission; £10 Earlybird; £5 Student

We Aché - original Salsa/Timba music. Put on your dancing shoes and groove to some Timba, Salsa, Reguetón and Cha-cha-cha!

Enrique Bringas - Vox & guitar Marcus Decker - Keys Randy Lester - Percussion Mireia Carbonell - Bass Kunal Netrapal - Drums

Karamel - 4 Coburg Road, London N22 6UJ. The Karamel vegan kitchen will be serving food until 9.30pm. Email karamel8775@gmail.com to book a table for groups of 3+.

SEE U THERE!