Rochester, N.Y. — ‘Tis the season of giving, and one local organization is working to ensure everyone’s holiday is merry and bright.
St. Peter’s Kitchen opened its doors on Tuesday for it’s annual Christmas dinner to offer a hot meal, fresh produce, and some groceries to go.
The kitchen also made sure there was enough pie to satisfy any sweet tooth.
“They’re here to celebrate,” said Robert Boyd, the CEO of St. Peter’s Kitchen. “We try to bring a light to them. We have live music today, it’s just a glorious day.”
The menu included charcuterie, ham with pineapple sauce, macaroni and cheese, sweet potatoes and collard greens.
St. Peter’s Kitchen has been fighting food insecurity in the city’s west side since 1982.
The event made possible with the help of several volunteers, who expected to serve nearly 400 people.
“Not just people who are homeless, but people who can’t live on their social security anymore. They can’t live on what they’re making.” said Boyd. “We’re providing that additional level of food to enable people to get by.”
Boyd also underscored the importance of people not only having access to food, but the right kinds of food to ensure a healthy lifestyle.
St. Peter’s Kitchen is open every Monday through Saturday from noon until 1 p.m.
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