From the Desert to the Table
An Evening with Raif Rashed
An Unforgettable Evening of Story, Resilience & Druze Cuisine

April 16 | 7:00 PM
Manchester, NH
Address Provided upon Registration

Join us on Thursday, April 16 for a moving and intimate evening with Raif Rashed, a survivor of the Nova Music Festival, resilience advocate, and founder of Taboonia, New York City’s first Druze restaurant.

Listen as he shares his personal story, his journey forward, and how he later channeled his experience into opening the first Druze resturant in New York. The evening will conclude with Raif preparing a traditional Druze meal, offering guests a taste of the culture, traditions, and hospitality that have been central to his identity and healing.

limited to 50 guests | $50 per person | Registration closes April 10.

The program will include:

• Raif’s journey from survival to rebuilding in New York

• An introduction to Druze culture and traditions

• A live Druze cooking demonstration

• A shared meal prepared by Raif

This unique evening brings together storytelling, culture, and cuisine in a powerful reflection on resilience and community.