23 June 2009

Healthy buffet lunch in church lobby

The lobby of Petaling Jaya (PJ) English church was abuzz with excitement as the 60-over crowd hovered around a wide array of healthy food ranging from local to western delicacies.

The menu consisted of entrees of vegetarian chicken chop with mushroom sauce; potato au gratin; rice stack which consisted of layered brown rice; sautéed red beans, romaine lettuce, tomatoes and topped with cheese; tomato rice, chapatti dipped over spinach curry and potato masala on the side; corn soup and bruschetta for starters and for dessert was a delectable apple flat cake and tropical salad. These delicacies were prepared without harming any animals!

“This is a good way of presenting the Adventist lifestyle to our friends, especially to those who do not know about us yet,” said Mrs. Marcia Rajakumar, the woman behind the event and health leader of PJ Church.

“The food is nice and healthy, and also cheap–you can eat as much as you want!” exclaimed one visitor.

“What a good way to fellowship with fellow Adventists and non-church members alike,” said one participant.

The food was cooked by every church member, with the help of the Adventist Community Health Centre team headed by Jane Yap. This served as an avenue of fellowship among members of the church. Amid the laughter, fun and light atmosphere, everyone did their duty with zest and dedication.

The event is done bi-monthly at the same location. [AND]