Save the date: Night of culinary compassion to feature Family Island chefs, prizes and surprises

Fri, Aug 12th 2016, 12:24 AM

Hands for Hunger's Paradise Plates, one of the most anticipated charity benefits, in its eighth year promises to be an extra special event.
As usual, guests can expect to sample the finest delicacies prepared by Nassau's top chefs. This year special dishes will also be served up by some of the best chefs in the Family Islands. To complement the fare, well-known vintners, brewers and beverage purveyors will shake up signature drinks for guests to enjoy during the October 1 event, scheduled for a 7 p.m. start at Atlantis' Imperial Ballroom.
"Guests can expect to see some of the best restaurants Nassau has to offer at Paradise Plates, including Nobu, Mahogany House, Luciano's of Chicago, and many more. For the first time we will also have some of the finest restaurants from the Family Islands such as 1648 Bar and Grille in Governor's Harbour and Xuma's Restaurant and Bar in Highbourne Cay, and Bahamian chefs living abroad," said Zeleka Knowles, Hands for Hunger executive director.
In addition to the fine fare, prizes and surprises throughout the night will keep guests in high spirits. The Paradise Plates raffle features prizes that are as unique and exciting as the event itself. Some raffle prizes include travel to anywhere JetBlue flies, Family Island "staycations", private sushi lessons and more.
While sampling fine food and enjoying good company, guests are doing their part to help the less fortunate members of society. One hundred percent of the proceeds go towards eliminating unnecessary hunger and food waste in The Bahamas.
Hands for Hunger has delivered one million pounds of food to members of the New Providence community facing hunger and food insecurity. Its food rescue program currently serves 13 recipient agencies, including the Bahamas Red Cross, Great Commission Ministries, the Salvation Army, the Bahamas AIDS Foundation and the Elizabeth Estates Children's Home, among others.
"One million pounds of food delivered is a major milestone but we still have a lot more work to do to accomplish our mission to eliminate hunger and reduce food waste," said Knowles. "Thanks to the support of our presenting sponsors, JetBlue and Island Luck, we are planning an event that is truly worthy of the occasion."
Tickets for Paradise Plates are $175 and are now available for purchase online at www.handsforhunger.org; and at Hands For Hunger in the New Providence Community Centre, Blake Road.

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