Manchester’s top chefs head to Brixton for one-night-only American Express Food Fest takeover

Self proclaimed ‘Manchester food icons’ – including Another Hand, OSMA, SAMPA, and Nell’s – are heading to London for a one-night-only culinary takeover at Freight Brixton on Thursday, 17 September …

Sep 8, 2026 - 15:51

Manchester’s top chefs head to Brixton for one-night-only American Express Food Fest takeover

Self proclaimed ‘Manchester food icons’ – including Another Hand, OSMA, SAMPA, and Nell’s – are heading to London for a one-night-only culinary takeover at Freight Brixton on Thursday, 17 September 2026.

The event launches this year’s ‘American Express Presents: Food Fest’ and sees the northerners collaborating with Brixton residents (Los Gordos, Little Bao Boy, Black Stars) and local guest Whole Beast to create exclusive, one-off dishes available for one evening only.

Foodie line up

Nell’s Pizza x Los Gordos: Bringing a taste of New York to Manchester since 2020, family run Nell’s Pizza crafts thin, crisp slices with the ultimate char and crunch. Their NYC inspired dough takes on authentic Mexican street tacos in this dynamic cross city pairing.

Another Hand x Whole Beast: Proudly independent and Michelin Guide recommended, Another Hand is led by Chef owner Max Yorke. Celebrated for an evolving menu built on foraged, local ingredients and low intervention British produce, they team up with Brixton nose-to-tail butchery and live-fire specialists, Whole Beast.

Osma x Little Bao Boy: Built on Scandinavian culture and traditional Nordic cooking techniques, Michelin Guide recommended OSMA showcases seasonal produce delivered with a relaxed, warm hospitality. Head Chef and co-founder Danielle Heron, who featured on The Great British Menu 2023, brings her refined Nordic touch to collaborate with Taiwanese street food favourite Little Bao Boy.

SAMPA x Black Stars: Operating as an intimate 12 seat chef’s table in Manchester’s Northern Quarter, Michelin-recommended SAMPA reimagines dishes inspired by all 26 states of Brazil using modern techniques and exotic ingredients. Their vibrant South American flavour profiles collide with the bold, smoky spices of Jamaican jerk icons Black Stars.

Buy tickets

Tickets for the London event are priced at £15 per person and available via the Freight Brixton website now: https://www.freightbrixton.com/food-fest

Guests select a timed arrival slot when booking and are invited to have a drink in the chill-out area after their 90-minute slot time.
General Entry includes a welcome drink and a savoury dish, DJs and live music.
Amex Cardmembers will receive a complimentary cocktail, access to a VIP bar, and fast track queue lines.