7 Paintings at Radisson Blu Durham: Dinner Becomes a Work of Art

This winter, Radisson Blu Durham is opening a gallery unlike any other.

There are no velvet ropes and nobody shushing you. There’s just a dining table, seven extraordinary courses and some of the most famous art in the world coming to life in front of you.

7 Paintings, the immersive dining show described as The Art of Dining, opens at Radisson Blu Durham on Saturday, 28 November, 2026, with multiple dates throughout December, January and February (full details on our What’s On page). It is a brand new experience for Durham and we can’t wait to share it with you.

What is 7 Paintings?

7 Paintings is a seven-course dinner show where every course is inspired by a different legendary artist. Using 3D projection, each artist’s work comes to life on your plate and across the room while you dine.

It isn’t a dinner you simply sit and watch, either. Throughout the evening you’re part of the show: you’ll solve da Vinci’s riddles, guess the artist and even create your own action painting with edible colours.

The whole experience lasts around 2.5 to 3 hours. It’s an evening in seven acts and you’ll be talking about it for weeks.

Your evening in seven acts

Each course takes you to a different country and a different artist, and our kitchen team has created a menu to match every masterpiece.

Act I – Michelangelo | Italy

Salmon rillette in a shell crostini

Act II – Banksy | United Kingdom

Charcuterie meats, truffle mayonnaise, sakura cress, olive soil and toasted olive bread

Act III – Cubism inspired by Pablo Picasso | Spain

Sea bream fillet, lemon-celery salad and garlic-red wine essence

Act IV – Action Painting inspired by Jackson Pollock | USA

A vegetable painting of spinach-coconut, beetroot, pumpkin purée, goma dressing, young celery, leaf salad and chicory, which you create yourself

Act V – Andy Warhol | USA

Grilled beef tenderloin, sweet potato, glazed snow peas and balsamic jus

Act VI – Surrealism inspired by Dalí | Spain

Crema catalana, salted caramel ice cream, berries and mint

Act VII – Vincent van Gogh | Netherlands

A chocolate painting with citrus cake and a trio of chocolate sauces

Vegetarian options are available. Please let us know about any dietary requirements or allergies when you book.

Why it’s the perfect night out in Durham

A night in Durham is always special and this year there’s a brand new way to celebrate. 7 Paintings is ideal for:

• Date nights: a romantic evening with a difference
• Nights out with friends: something genuinely new to share
• Work Christmas parties: an early team celebration everyone will remember
• Client entertaining: an impressive way to say thank you
• Christmas gifts: for the art lover, the foodie, or the person who has everything

Step inside the art

We’ve loved bringing new experiences to Durham and 7 Paintings is one of the most exciting yet. Whether you’re an art fan, a food lover, or simply looking for something different to do in Durham this winter, there’s a seat at the table for you.

Be the first to book

Tickets will be available exclusively through 7 Paintings here.

Book early as places are limited.

Any questions? Email the Events team at events.durham@radissonblu.com with 7 Paintings in the subject line.

Follow us on Instagram and Facebook for sneak peeks, artist clues and the first look at the show.