The great getaway – Abbeyfield on Tour
For the Abbeyfield on Tour competition, Abbeyfield Living Society (ALS) houses and homes were randomly assigned a different country to celebrate, with the aim of bringing a culture to life through food, music, and activities to create the most memorable experience.
The tour kicked off with a trip to the Caribbean at Hampton House. The air was filled with lively music, laughter, and the mouth-watering aromas of beautiful Caribbean food. It was a day that perfectly captured the feeling of a tropical getaway, with happy faces all around.
The next destination was Brazil, with a "Brazil-iant" carnival of flavours at Abbeyfield House in New Malden. The kitchen prepared a delicious Brazilian feast, including chicken stroganoff, vegetable stew, and a variety of sides and desserts. It was a genuine celebration of culture, food, and great company.
A delicious visit to Sweden followed at Abbeyfield Winnersh. While meatballs were on the menu, the real star was the incredible Smörgåstårta, a savoury Swedish sandwich cake. It was a new and exciting treat for many residents and the perfect way to share a special moment together.
The tour continued with a taste of South Korea in Salisbury. Residents at MacGregor House and Boldre House came together for a special-themed coffee morning, complete with tasty Korean biscuits and snacks. It was a fantastic morning of trying something new and enjoying each other's company.
Abbeyfield Court in Southampton experienced a little bit of Greece, with the residents were treated to a delicious Greek meal, complete with traditional music and decorations they made themselves in their craft club. The smiles in the photos say it all and it was a wonderful day of creativity and camaraderie.
On the other side of town, residents at Abbeyfield House in Southampton were taken to Canada in an armchair adventure, with a delicious spread of Canadian favourites, including classic buttermilk pancakes, butter tarts, and maple-infused pastries. It was the perfect way to experience a different culture and conclude the tour.
The competition was fierce, with each house going above and beyond to make their event special. But in the end, there could only be one winner, and The Old Vicarage were crowned the champions of Abbeyfield on Tour for their magnificent French-themed meal and wonderful celebration of "joie de vivre." The kitchen team put on a magnificent French-themed meal that was nothing short of a Michelin Star trip to Paris.
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