Transformation Table

This year, Transformation Table was filled with stories, exciting new dishes, and community. From welcoming new chefs and cuisines to honoring the 10th commemoration of the Emanuel Nine, every meal brought us closer together. Each Table reminded us that connection is the most important ingredient.

Thank you to our incredible guests, hosts, chefs, Tamadas, and sponsors - you made 2025 unforgettable. Big changes are coming in 2026, but for now, we celebrate the moments, the meals, and the memories we’ve shared. 🕯️❤️

This Kwanzaa, we celebrate Umoja, or “unity,” by gathering around the table. As we cook and feast together, we honor culture, heritage, and family. 🕯️

Deck the halls and pass the plates! 🎄

This Christmas, we’re celebrating the joy of shared meals, global flavors, and favorite memories, because the best holiday tradition is coming together.

On the first night of Hanukkah, families around the world light candles to celebrate resilience, hope, and the power of gathering. Just as a little light can grow, so does connection, especially when we come together over a meal with someone new. May this season bring learning, warmth, and meaningful moments around shared tables. 💙

This year’s International Day of Persons with Disabilities reminds us of a simple truth: a society cannot progress if it leaves people out of the story.

The 2025 theme, “Fostering disability-inclusive societies for advancing social progress,” calls us to build communities where every person’s dignity, agency, and humanity are honored. People with disabilities still face higher rates of poverty, barriers to employment, gaps in social protection, and systems that too often overlook their voices.

At our Tables, we work to change that. By bringing people together across abilities, cultures, and backgrounds over a shared meal, we create spaces where connection leads to inclusion and celebration. 🎉

Today is the perfect day to say THANK YOU to each of you!

Thank you all for crossing boundaries, creating belonging, and reminding us what’s possible when people come together. It’s been an incredible year. 🧡

We had a wonderful evening seeing old (and new!) faces, enjoying a spread of multicultural dishes, and sharing stories of neighborly connection at our Alumni Potluck and Anniversary Dinner on Saturday night! We owe a HUGE thank you to and the team for being incredible hosts, and opening up such a warm and inviting space for our alumni. Thank you also to each of our wonderful guests who brought the tastiest dishes and meaningful conversations— you are the ones who make the Transformation Table community so special and welcoming.

Until next time! 🥂

Food unites us, food sustains us.

If you or a loved one are in need of assistance, there are resources available to you. Check out Lowcountry Food Banks website to find the closest food pantries near you, or call 2-1-1 to connect with SC United Way for assistance.