Trait d'Union USA-Mauritius: Outdoor Gathering

Once again, we had a wonderful gathering chez Suzanne and Dave. The weather was splendid (no rain, no humidity, no mosquitoes). The seventy-some guests included faithful friends, colleagues and neighbors who join us every year. Above all, we were happy to note many new faces, fellow compatriots and their families. We hope that this is the beginning of a larger family supporting the cause of poor students in Mauritius. Thank you all for joining hands and for supporting the less fortunate. This year's proceeds will go towards (a) the renovations of St. Pierre RCA Primary School, Moka; purchase of new desks, chairs, books and school supplies; (b) help pay exam fees for students in order to gratuate from high school.

This outdoor gathering, for those who are not familiar with it, is an annual fundraiser held on the green, green grass of Suzanne and Dave in Mclean since 2002. Guests enjoy an evening of fun and food : home-made Mauritian and non-Mauritian dishes are prepared by volunteers, bingo games and sega music. This year was no exception. There was a fantastic display of grilled vegetables, barbecued chicken made by 3 different volunteer-cooks, Mauritian-style lomein, various salads (green/ pasta / potato), hot dogs and Polish sausages (miam miam with coto-mili et piments bien forts, or not so spicy-hot for some Mauritians...) and other condiments. Dal puris provided by the Nayek family was very much appreciated by everyone, as well as the gateaux-piments chauds-chauds that were fried on the spot. Merci, merci tout dimoune. Thank you all for your faithful support on behalf of the poor students of St. Pierre RCA Primary school, Moka, Mauritius.

Folks had much fun and laughter during bingo games and lucky winners had many prize choices.

Enjoy the pictures below. For more pics, follow the link - - > June 4, 2011 Party

A l’année prochaine!

See you same time next year!

Chefs at work: