We are very lucky, Lucy Brown House has a version of Fanny Cradock—a Cordon Bleu chef and the artist Monet rolled into one: Charmaine, our superb volunteer usually cooks the Christmas meal from scratch.

And they are so lovely: home-cooked, tasty, with seconds, thirds available and anything else you want.


I was very fortunate to taste them in December 2024, utterly delicious, still this year the helpful Blackfriars Settlement provided the LBH Xmas meal, pre-prepared.
Nevertheless, there were nice touches and plenty of organisation from Bobby, Caroline, and the ladies. There were crackers, small presents, and even more food.


Many of the vulnerable residents can’t get out of their flats with ease, and their Xmas food was hand-delivered to them, thank to Bobby.