Bambisanani Charity Dinner at Tharavadu is a great success
On Sunday 9 July, over 130 people gathered at the amazing Tharavadu restaurant in Leeds to celebrate the work of the charity and to raise funds for future projects. The event was organised by David Farmer and Catherine Chattoe from the partnership and Mr Jose, owner of the restaurant.
Tharavadu has been named in a list of the Top 100 UK restaurants; it serves the most amazing Kerala food and is Michelin recommended. Indian cricket captain Virat Kholi has described it as his favourite restaurant in Leeds. The dinner provided the opportunity to take stock of the many achievements the partnership has made and celebrate the return of student volunteer visits to South Africa after Covid.
At absolutely no cost to the charity Mr Jose, most generously, provided the premises, food, drink and his amazing staff to enable the dinner to take place. Normally, Sunday is his day off but he opened the doors and provided a welcoming smile and his renowned service to everyone.
The afternoon enabled parents and student leaders from the visits to South Africa to exchange stories and meet with wider members of the Bambisanani team. Old acquaintances were reunited and new connections were made. There was a wonderful joyous atmosphere and the very special camaraderie associated with the partnership had an impact on all who were fortunate to be there.
The cuisine and hospitality were exceptional and made the occasion very special indeed. The event made over £3,700 and David Geldart, Founder of the partnership thanked all those involved for making it such a wonderful Bambisanani occasion. To rapturous applause from all those gathered Mr Jose received a special Bambisanani award for his outstanding commitment to supporting the charity.
Mr Jose announced that he and his team would like to offer the restaurant for a Bambisanani event on an annual basis. In addition to raising much needed funds this will provide families of the student leaders to celebrate their achievements, share their stories and sow further seeds for the partnership to grow and flourish.
So, the big question for everyone will be when will the tickets go on sale for next year? Book early – it will be a sell out!
