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I'm going to take a break for a bit. Back in the New Year. (Assuming I can actually stay away for that long.) Try not to miss me too much! In the interim, please be a dear and check out (and donate to) Menu for Hope.

What is Menu for Hope?
Menu for Hope is an annual fundraising hosted by blogger extraordinaire Chez Pim.  Five years ago, the devastating tsunami in Southeast Asia inspired her to find a way to help, and the very first Menu for Hope was born.  The campaign has since become a yearly affair, raising funds to support worthy causes worldwide.  In 2006, Menu for Hope raised US$62,925.12 to help the UN World Food Programme feed the hungry.

What is the World Food Programme?
WFP is the world’s largest food aid agency, working with over 1,000 other organizations in over 75 countries. In addition to providing food, the World Food Program helps hungry people to become self-reliant so that they escape hunger for good.

Where will donations go?
With a special permission from the WFP, the funds raised by Menu for Hope 4 will be earmarked for the school lunch program in Lesotho, Africa. 

What can I win?
Jeanne at Cooksister is coordinating the UK side of things. Check out the prize list here.
Fellow bloggers Howard and Ben are offering an awesome prize at Bacchus. And Jess at RipeLondon is offering her own very special care package. To enter the drawing (which, apparently, is American for raffle/contest/competition) go to the donation website.

Many thanks, and my best for a happy and healthy holiday season. Until 2008!
Krista
P.S. Anxious for my return? Feel free to comment away on my Top 10 London Restaurants, My London Restaurant To Do List, and my Pimp my Blog poll!