The First Paphos People Taverna Club

Melania Taverna

The concept of a Taverna Club was idealised at the end of December 2007, when I came on board as a moderator. Both Neil and I seperately expressed an interest in the forum hosting taverna nights, and I said I would be happy to arrange them. Pete and Martin thought it was a good idea, and Pete laughingly made me the Social Secretary.

In truth I imagined maybe 20 people being interested in visiting a different taverna each month. So you can imagine my surprise when we had over 70 people sign up for the first one in March.

Luckily Matheos at the Melania Taverna took it all in his stride and laid on a magnificent meze for us. The atmosphere was lively, and people mixed and chatted to each other, putting names to faces and cementing new friendships.

Neil came into his own calling the raffle prizes and getting into every photo imaginable. He was shunted out of the way when he had his photo taken with Chaz – a retired headmaster who came out for a quiet meal with a couple of friends. Chaz much preferred having his photo taken with a nice young lady. So he had his photo taken with me and looked much happier about it. Visit the Paphos People photo gallery and see for yourself.

A good time was had by all and a grand total of EUR613 was made which will go to the Friends of Paphos Hospice.

Although I make the arrangements and liaise with the taverna owners to ensure people are catered for properly, special thanks must go to Jackie for her help in collecting the money.

The next Taverna Club will be held at Costas Taverna in Pegia on 25th April. Make sure you put your name down if you want to reserve a place.

Verity.
 

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