AMA Conference 2025 — Thursday social options

Registration

• Cultural Social at Fruitmarket Gallery
  Celebrate the mid-way point of the AMA Conference at our Cultural Social.
  
  Come together with other culture-lovers to spend the evening in the iconic Fruitmarket Gallery, a contemporary cultural space in the heart of Edinburgh.
  
  Join us — along with our cohosts Art Fund — for drinks, food, and a chance to enjoy a gorgeous gallery space, with a smaller - but still sociable - group of people. You'll get 30 minutes of exclusive access to British artist Mike Nelson's immersive installation at the gallery, so be sure to arrive on time!
  
  Your food and a welcome drink are included in your AMA Conference ticket cost, and there will be a cash and card bar available for any additional refreshments.
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• Destination Dinner 1 — David Bann
  Our Destination Dinners are a brilliant way to network with a small group of 10 people in a quieter setting, perfect for those looking for great dinner conversation.
  
  Just off the Historic Royal Mile, David Bann serves only vegetarian and vegan food, combining authentic Scottish traditions with influences from around the world in a minimalist, welcoming setting.
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• Destination Dinner 10 — SEN Vietnamese
  Our Destination Dinners are a brilliant way to network with a small group of 10 people in a quieter setting, perfect for those looking for great dinner conversation.
  
  Contemporary Vietnamese food made from a combination of locally sourced Scottish produce and authentic herbs and spices brought back directly from slow drying in the Vietnamese sunshine.
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• Destination Dinner 2 — Harajuku Kitchen
  Our Destination Dinners are a brilliant way to network with a small group of 10 people in a quieter setting, perfect for those looking for great dinner conversation.
  
  Harajuku Kitchen serves up authentic sushi and wholesome Japanese food crafted with passion. Set in a small, restaurant with vibrant art work, Harajuku is multi-award winning, including a 2025 AA Rosette. 
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• Destination Dinner 3 — Ka Pao
  Our Destination Dinners are a brilliant way to network with a small group of 10 people in a quieter setting, perfect for those looking for great dinner conversation.
  
  An innovative menu of sharing plates from South-East Asia with bold flavours and a delicious bespoke cocktail menu. This booking is for the set sharing menu.
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• Destination Dinner 4 — Vittoria on the Walk
  Our Destination Dinners are a brilliant way to network with a small group of 10 people in a quieter setting, perfect for those looking for great dinner conversation.
  
  Mixing locally sourced produce with authentic Italian ingredients, Vittoria on the Walk brings a taste of Italy to Edinburgh. Enjoy comforting Italian dishes from their set Pronto menu in the heart of Edinburgh Old Town.
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• Destination Dinner 5 — Scott's Kitchen
  Our Destination Dinners are a brilliant way to network with a small group of 10 people in a quieter setting, perfect for those looking for great dinner conversation.
  
  "Scottish, seasonal and seriously tasty." If you’re looking to try delicious Scottish food made with local produce, you’ve found your place. Enjoy a small menu of classic dishes overlooking Old Town.
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• Destination Dinner 6 — Solti
  Our Destination Dinners are a brilliant way to network with a small group of 10 people in a quieter setting, perfect for those looking for great dinner conversation.
  
  A mixture of Napali and Indian cuisine with rare spices and exotic flavours, Solti dishes up a menu of mouthwatering classics alongside chef specials. Located in Old Town.
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• Destination Dinner 7 — Edinburgh Street Food
  Our Destination Dinners are a brilliant way to network with a small group of 10 people in a quieter setting, perfect for those looking for great dinner conversation.
  
  If you like to have a choice of cuisines in a (very) instagrammable location then Edinburgh Street Food is the place for you. Multiple food options in an indoor/outdoor street food venue close to St James Quarter.
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• Destination Dinner 8 — Indaba
  Our Destination Dinners are a brilliant way to network with a small group of 10 people in a quieter setting, perfect for those looking for great dinner conversation.
  
  A Tapas menu providing an exciting blend of South African and Spanish flavours in one laidback eatery. 
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• Destination Dinner 9 — Mariachi
  Our Destination Dinners are a brilliant way to network with a small group of 10 people in a quieter setting, perfect for those looking for great dinner conversation.
  
  A vibrant family-run restaurant serving up delicious Mexican dishes, ranging from traditional family plates, to street food and Tex-Mex. Think tacos, enchiladas, burritos, and more.
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• Summer Social at Dovecot Studios
  Celebrate the mid-way point of the AMA Conference at our Summer Social.
  
  This year's main event will take place at Dovecot Studios, a beautiful tapestry studio in the heart of Edinburgh and a landmark centre for contemporary art, craft and design.
  
  This is the social for you if you enjoy a lively atmosphere and would love to meet lots of people. You'll get the change to do some serious networking, and also try your hand at weaving too.
  
  Your food and a welcome drink are included in your AMA Conference ticket cost, and there will be a cash and card bar available for any additional refreshments.
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