Feli’s feed a feast to Malvern Cube young chefs

We are privileged in Rotary to be able to support many groups of people and projects every year. Occasionally, a very different dynamic combination comes along that conjures up a whole new meaning to the expression ‘helping others to help themselves’. Feli’s Restaurant and Malvern Cube are one such amazing combination.

Malvern Cube provide activities for young people aged 10-18, offering free sessions which are fun and also provide something extra. Whether it’s learning something different, boosting confidence, meeting new friends or just relaxing, they have something for everyone.

That fun and the ‘something extra’ is given with much thought, planning and concern for the welfare of the Cube youngsters by Chef Felice and Fiorinda Tocchini, owners of Feli’s Bar & Restaurant at Hawbridge, Stoulton. Last week, a group of 18 youngsters, led by Youth Manager Jo Hine, were treated to an experience second to none. Chef Felice demonstrated a variety of tasty meals for the youngsters to practice and take home to their families.

To make it more of a challenge, the group were divided into three teams and their meals were then judged by Chef Felice. All those taking part received a Morrisons gift voucher from President Elect Lynne Raymer and Lesley Faulkner in recognition of their effort and achievement. Lynne said, “the young people worked hard in teams to make delicious food which was beautifully presented.  They took pride in their work and clearly thoroughly enjoyed the day and their achievements as well as tucking into their lunch.”

Reflecting on the day, Malvern Cube’s Jo said, “what an amazing day it has been thanks to Felice and Fiorinda who provided such an excellent experience for the young people, enabling them to learn some tasty and accessible recipes.” Jo thanked Pershore Rotary for the gift vouchers awarded as prizes and for the interest shown in their charity and its young members.

Rotary supports activities and training that improves education for all children by involving the community through supporting programmes that strengthen the capacity of children to learn.