Smooth Radio MacMillan Appeal

Earlier this year  Stella (the proprietor) heard about an event being organised by Smooth Radio. The aim of The Starlight Supper was to get the listeners to hold dinner parties on a particular date as a fundraiser for Macmillan Cancer Support. Being an organisation that has helped and supported several family members, Stella decided to take part. Unfortunately an evening supper could not be arranged to fit in with the day to day running of the hotel. Undeterred, Stella opted for a Charity Luncheon on Sunday 14th March, which, coincidentally, was Mothering Sunday. The family traditionally get together and go for a meal, but this year Stella told them that she would cook the meal and they could donate the money to the charity. Invitations and Menu’s were designed, printed and sent out, word spread and very soon the quiet family luncheon had turned into a mass event with over 30 people to cater for! Family and friends gave their help for free and the day was a great success, with Stella cooking a choice of 3 starters, 3 main courses and a selection of desserts, one of which was a Raymond Blanc chocolate recipe that she had never done before. During the day there was a prize for the person who could guess the total amount raised and the guest that won the bottle of Champagne was just 10p out! The excellent food and great conversation made this a day to remember and a grand total of £835.20 was raised. Stella said that she would like to help this charity again but could she do something easier like running a marathon or climbing Everest!