On Sunday, the morning after Rock Lottery, our beloved Radio Star was once again transformed — this time into an authentic British fish and chippy, all in the name of holiday spirit.
The volunteer group Neighbourly, Neighborly, 이웃 사람답게 Jeonju fried fish fillets and potatoes for the masses during this fundraiser, to raise money for the children in Jeonju’s orphanages — and give them the kind of Christmas that every child deserves. Well done, chaps!
Not wanting to miss out on a great cause (and great hangover food, mmmm) Evan and I paid a visit to the bar in the afternoon. It was only 2 PM, but the place was full of patrons (friends, friends of friends, strangers) and a load of volunteers peeling and chopping spuds.
We each ordered a batch of fish and chips, and a Hoegaarden to wash it all down with. I was tempted by the English tea, but beer sounded like a much more suitable partner for the deep-fried fare.
Candles and newspaper tablecloths, along with a mellow mix of music, created an inviting atmosphere. We snacked, sipped, and chatted with pals, generally enjoying the setting.
A group of our friends preps the potatoes for the fryer :)
The group ended up raising over 1.3 million won for the children — almost half of their goal on the first fundraiser! These kids are going to have an unforgettable holiday season.
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