MARAY SERVES UP GRADUATION CELEBRATIONS WITH A SPECIAL TASTE OF THE MIDDLE EAST

Celebrate the Class of 2026 with vibrant flavours, signature plates and a celebratory cocktail at Maray, just a stone’s throw from Chester Cathedral.

The Class of 2026 has made it – and now it’s time to celebrate in style. With University of Chester graduation ceremonies taking place from Tuesday 3rd to Friday 6th November 2026, Maray in Chester is inviting graduates and their families to gather around the table for a memorable celebration.

Located just a stone’s throw from Chester Cathedral, where the graduation ceremonies will take place, Maray offers the perfect spot to continue the celebrations after the big moment. Known for its vibrant Middle Eastern-inspired dishes, bold flavours and sociable approach to dining, the restaurant is putting together a special menu to mark this milestone occasion.

Raise a glass to the Class of ’26 with the Class of ’26 Cocktail, a celebratory mix of Absolut vodka, pomegranate, lemon, orange and sparkling wine – the perfect toast to years of hard work and a bright future ahead.

Alongside the cocktail, graduates and their guests can enjoy a selection of specially chosen plates, including Lamb Belly Skewer, served with red onion salad and garlic yoghurt, and Padron Peppers, seasoned with Berber spice and paired with pumpkin seed and ajo blanco.

No celebration would be complete without something sweet. Maray’s graduation specials finish on a high with Knafeh, orange and mascarpone mousse, accompanied by rose-poached pears for a fragrant, indulgent finale.

Celebrate together and make the most of your special day at Maray, Chester.