Consumption Book Club
Consumption Book Club is where literature meets the dinner table. Each event centers on one book exploring a form of consumption—from food to fashion to futures. We’ll dig into these themes through guided discussions and embodied activities while working through a tasting menu inspired by the book itself. Feed your consumer habits with things that will actually leave you satisfied: community, connection, and cuisine.
This gathering will dive into Land of Milk and Honey by C Pam Zhang, exploring overconsumption, desire, and decadence without destroying the planet. You’ll leave full of thoughts and delicious foods, and with a zine full of recipes, art, and resources for reimagining what it means to consume. Come hungry.
No pressure if you haven't finished the book—we'll start with quiet reading time to digest curated excerpts before the meal begins at 7pm. Your vegetarian tasting menu includes thoughtfully-paired wines (with non-alcoholic options) throughout the evening.
Schedule
6:00pm - Cozy reading of selected excerpts
6:45pm - Introduction and opening ritual
7:00pm - Course One: First Taste
7:30pm - Course Two: Comfort Food
8:00pm - Course Three: Sustaining Decadence
8:45pm - Course Four: Satisfaction
9:30pm - Closing Ritual
kyle is an artist and designer based in brooklyn, ny. they run chimeras collective with their friend, olivia.
Colette is a writer, baker, and cook living in Queens.