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Join us as we look back at an unforgettable charity dinner that raised £16,000 for Hospitality Action, as Cornwall’s culinary talent came together to celebrate the very best of the region’s produce.
On 27th February 2025, The Alverton played host to an unforgettable celebration of Cornwall’s finest produce and hospitality at the inaugural Great Coast-to-Coast Charity Dinner. More than just a culinary event, this spectacular evening raised an incredible £16,000 for Hospitality Action, a charity dedicated to supporting those in the hospitality industry who’ve fallen on hard times.
The night brought together some of Cornwall’s most high-profile chefs, each lending their expertise to create a five-course dinner that showcased the very best of the county’s seafood, grass-fed meats, and harvest. It was an evening of gastronomic excellence, with dishes carefully paired with selected wines and beers, creating a dining experience that delighted all 120 guests in attendance.
Hosted in the historic Great Hall, a room dating back to 1830, the event was a true celebration of Cornwall’s coastal bounty. From Jude Kereama of Kota and Kota Kai, who also played a pivotal role in conceptualising the evening, to Ben Palmer of The Sardine Factory and Chris Eden, Head Chef at Watergate Bay, the evening was a chance to sample some of the region’s finest culinary creations. Other renowned chefs included Tim Kendall, 2018’s South West Chef of the Year, and our very own Nick Hodges, Executive Chef at The Cornwall Hotel Collection.
The goal of the evening was to raise much-needed funds for Hospitality Action, a charity that provides support to people working, or who have worked, in the hospitality sector, and who are facing difficult financial, physical, or mental challenges. Whether through helping with day-to-day living costs or providing emotional support, Hospitality Action is a vital resource for the industry.
“What an incredible evening raising much-needed funds for Hospitality Action, a charity close to all our hearts,” said Ben Young, Managing Director of the Cornwall Hotel Collection. “We are so grateful to everyone who supported the event – from the guests to the incredible team behind the scenes, as well as all the fantastic suppliers and industry colleagues who contributed. Together, we reached our target, and that means a lot.”
The atmosphere in the kitchen was electric, as chefs from all corners of Cornwall worked side-by-side to create a memorable experience. Jude Kereama, who is also an ambassador for Hospitality Action, shared his excitement about the event: “We all loved working together to support Hospitality Action, a charity that means so much to all of us. It was such a privilege to be part of an evening that raised £16,000 for the charity. The support from our guests was incredible, and we’re thrilled by the success of this first dinner. We hope it marks the start of many more to come.”
At The Alverton, we believe in the power of community and the importance of supporting one another. The Great Coast-to-Coast Charity Dinner is just one example of how we can come together to make a real difference. We’d like to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who made the evening such a success – from the chefs and suppliers to the guests who attended and contributed to this amazing cause.
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