Mosaic of Charlotte recently returned to Moore Place for another joyful cooking class, continuing our mission to bring people together through the universal language of food and conversation. This month’s featured dish was the Kofta Sandwich—a classic Turkish-style meatball sandwich that is both hearty and full of tradition.
By using high-quality ground beef from our Qurbani donations, we were able to turn a sacred act of giving into a nourishing meal for our neighbors in Uptown Charlotte.
👩🍳 A Turkish Classic: The Kofta Sandwich
The kitchen was a hub of activity as our team prepared the meal with care. The residents enjoyed a full sensory experience, watching the ingredients come together to create a familiar yet culturally unique comfort food.
The Main Event: Flavorful, hand-shaped meatballs (Kofta) seasoned with traditional herbs and spices.
The Assembly: Served in fresh, crusty bread and topped with crisp greens.
The Perfect Sides: Accompanied by crispy fries and followed by sweet treats to round out the meal.
The simplicity of the sandwich made it easy to serve and enjoy, leaving plenty of room for what matters most: connection.
✨ Building Belonging, One Meal at a Time
Moments like these remind us that food has a unique power to bring hearts together. Each session at Moore Place is more than just a “service”—it’s a chance to build familiarity and trust.
Shared Dignity: Eating together as equals fosters a sense of belonging for residents.
Trust Through Consistency: Our regular presence at Moore Place allows us to grow deeper relationships with the community.
Meaningful Connection: Turning simple ingredients into a shared experience helps remind our neighbors that they are seen and valued.
“A shared meal is the shortest distance between two people.”
💙 Thank You to the Moore Place Community
We are deeply grateful to the Moore Place community for welcoming us back once again. Your smiles and openness make every visit a highlight for our volunteers.
We also extend our thanks to:
Our Qurbani Donors whose generosity provided the high-quality meat for this class.
Our Kitchen Volunteers for their hard work in preparing and serving the meal with love.
Our Partners who support our mission to strengthen the Charlotte community.
Together, we continue building community one shared meal at a time.
Support Our Next Cooking Class
Your donations directly fund the ingredients and supplies needed to keep these classes running at shelters across Charlotte. 📥 Donate via Zelle: charlotte@divancenter.org
📸 See the Kofta Class in Action: 👉 View the Instagram Post