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Knitalian: Artist uses yarn to create Italian deli

Knitalian: Artist uses yarn to create Italian deli

Summary

Textile artist Kate Jenkins has transformed Air Contemporary gallery in Soho into an Italian restaurant and deli filled with knitted, embroidered and crocheted food. Her exhibition, “Kate’s Knitalian,” opened on 30 October and runs until 5 December 2026.

Key Facts

  • The exhibition features yarn versions of foods such as pasta, salami, focaccia, pizza, fish, fruit and vegetables.
  • Visitors can choose woollen toppings at a pizza station.
  • Jenkins said her research involved eating Italian food over the past year.
  • The gallery is in Ham Yard, Soho.
  • Entry is free, and visitors do not need to book.
  • The exhibition is open Tuesday to Friday from 10:00 to 18:00 GMT and Saturdays from 10:00 to 17:00 GMT.
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