BEKASI, WEST JAVA — Eid al-Adha is a moment that all Muslims look forward to. On this day, they enjoy the meat of sacrificial animals. As one of the Muslim holidays, Eid-ul-Adha is interpreted as a manifestation of sacrifice, obedience to God, and care for others.
Alhamdulillah, on Wednesday (19/06/24), Lembaga Pelayan Masyarakat (LPM) Dompet Dhuafa together with Chef Ami-grand finalist in Master Chef Indonesia season 10-brought happiness to the residents of ODGJ (people with mental disorders) rehabilitation center at Yayasan Galuh, Bekasi. Through the Meat Alms Program, LPM Dompet Dhuafa initiated the “Darling (Mobile Kitchen) Cook Meat” event this Eid al-Adha.
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A total of three sacrificial goats were slaughtered there. The goat meat was cooked with goulash seasoning by Chef Ami with the help of Galuh Foundation administrators. Guyub was created when they cooked the curry menu for hundreds of rehab center patients. Starting from preparing the ingredients, to cooking the meat in a large stove with firewood, this activity became fun together.
“It’s fun to cook big like this. Every time we cook something big, there’s something interesting about it, especially with the ladies,” said Chef Ami. She was excited because the curry she cooked would be enjoyed by hundreds of patients with mental disabilities.
Head of LPM Dompet Dhuafa, Kamaludin, said that this activity was part of the Eid al-Adha 1445 H celebration in providing benefits for all.
“Those who live in rehabilitation foundations even though they are mentally disabled, we grow care by presenting a meat menu. In addition, there are also entertainment activities such as quiz competitions, drawing and dancing together,” he said.
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Apart from the patients, the foundation’s administrators also welcomed the event. One of them is Ratna (20). She said she was happy with Chef Ami’s presence and being able to cook together.
“I’m really happy to have a chef, we can learn how to cook properly. I usually help here in the kitchen, prepare ingredients and serve food to patients,” she said. (Dompet Dhuafa)
Text and photo: Anndini Dwi Putri, LPM
Editor: Dhika Prabowo