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Food for Thought: Interfaith discussion on Food
Food for Thought was an interfaith discussion held through food. That’s how we at SLRM chose to explore Sri Lankan food and the conversations around it. Held on the 22nd of December, 2022 we had a cozy gathering of individuals who graced the occasion in order to contribute to and explore this discussion.
We delved deep into attendees’ personal relationships and experiences of food, its religious and cultural importance, and the history of the food we eat in Sri Lanka.
Seth Ganepola beginning the discussion by talking about his very large appetite.
Father Prasad Harshan, Nahdiya Danish and Shihara Ferdinando sharing a conversation.
Nahdiya Danish bringing in the Gahwa (Arabic coffee) which she made because it started it raining and we moved the discussion indoors.
The Audience having a snack as discussions continue
Passing the ball: Yusri Ghouse introducing himself through his food habits.
Flowers along with handwritten cards given to all attendees
Mr ABM Firthouse explaining it to us about the origins of the Kotthu of Kattankudy.
Shihara Ferdinando addressing the crowd
Seth Ganepola addressing the audience
Nahdiya Danish speaking to the crowd
Shihara Ferdinando introducing herself through the passing of the ball
The pictures used in this article were taken by Shihara Ferdinando, Head of Public Relations and Aamilah Abdurrahim, Head of Design
This article was authored by Abdallah Zareek, Operations Intern