In October last year the Ballina RSL Club lost one of their chefs, Minh Griffiths, to a sudden and tragic massive heart attack in a gym.
Following this death, the club’s Executive Chef Stephen Mills pulled together a team of chefs, industry professionals and friends to join him in a Healthy Hospo challenge raising money for The Heart Foundation.
‘Some of our team chose to swim, walk, run and bike ride, they all did a great job raising money and awareness for the Heart Foundation,’ said Stephen Mills, ‘and to finish the challenge with last night’s dinner was an exceptional way to celebrate the life of our dear friend Minh.’
Stephen had four guest chefs in the kitchen along with his team. Diners at the fundraising banquet enjoyed six delicious courses with matching beverages and a very entertaining auction by board member, Peter Sinclair.
The total amount raised from the challenge was close to $21,000.
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