Bangalore: Stonehill International School’s campus came alive on Saturday as the Stonehill Parents Teachers Association (PTA) hosted its annual International Food Fair (IFF). The event brought together students, parents, teachers, and members of the wider community for an evening celebrating food, culture, and connection.
The fair featured 40 food stalls showcasing cuisines from across Stonehill’s diverse international community, with dishes representing countries including Sweden, Belgium, The Netherlands, South Korea, Japan, India, Philippines, Turkey, The UK, Denmark, Ibero America, Canada, France and The USA. A highlight of the school calendar, the International Food Fair reflects the multicultural makeup of Stonehill’s student and teacher body, which represents more than 40 countries worldwide.
Joe Lumsden, Head of School at Stonehill International School, said, “The IFF is always a really special event for our whole community. Parents begin planning in November and use the winter holiday to bring ingredients back from their home countries so that they can share authentic dishes with other families in our school community. The PTA then uses money raised through sales on the day to support a number of charities that we are committed to. It’s an educational, delicious, multi-cultural experience designed to support worthy causes.”
“The International Food Fair is a beautiful reflection of who we are as a community, diverse, welcoming, and deeply connected. This event is entirely powered by our parent volunteers, students, and staff, and their generosity, creativity, and teamwork are what make evenings like this so special for everyone at Stonehill,” said Akhila Das Blah, President of the Stonehill PTA.
The gala event began with the traditional flag parade, symbolising the school’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.
The event was further enlivened by student and parent cultural performances. The evening wrapped up with an enthralling performance by a live band that kept the crowd on its feet. Once again, the International Food Fair provided an opportunity for the Stonehill community to come together and celebrate its multiculturalism.
