Loneliness Awareness Week Activities
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One Monday a month, we cook one big dinner, and everyone is invited. For free. So, how does it work?
We’ll be hosting 100 strangers on two long tables, playing some ice-breaker games to help people get to know each other, and serving a delicious, shared feast.
The menu for the night is designed by one of Kindred’s in-house chefs, often reflecting their personal heritage, where the emphasis is placed on the tradition of food sharing. For June’s edition, Luca Vigano will be curating an Italian inspired feast. Guests are encouraged to attend solo, to serve one another before they serve themselves, put their phones away, and concentrate on being in the moment.
Please note that only 1 ticket can be requested per person.
There will be an option donate to our partner charity, the Nourish Hub on the night if you choose to do so, but there’s no obligation.
Kindred was founded by Anna Anderson, who spent her career in social work and is passionate about human connection. With a desire to create a space for the community to connect face-to-face, with no one feeling excluded. The building is a hidden gem on the Hammersmith roundabout, set over three floors, in a lovingly restored Grade II listed building that has been opened up for everyone to enjoy.
Upstairs at Kindred are two floors used for cultural and private events, as well as weekday coworking. Cellar at Kindred, is an all-day dining spot with a seasonal menu sourced from quality producers.
At the heart of the concept, is ‘The Campfire’. A series of homegrown events designed as an antidote to loneliness and disconnection in London and to celebrate and support ideas that can change the world for the better. All the money raised from private events and dining, directly fund ‘The Campfire’.
To join one of Kindred’s community dinners, you will need to complete a ballot via their website. The deadline for the June dinner is 9am on June 4th. Successful entrants will be notified by 5pm on June 5th.