Why a Senoia restaurant is feeding anyone alone on Thanksgiving
Free Thanksgiving buffet feeds those in need
Borgo Italia on Main Street is opening its doors on Thanksgiving evening to serve a free buffet to anyone spending the holiday alone, individuals unable to afford a meal, and on-duty emergency responders.
SENOIA, Ga. - A Senoia Italian restaurant will open its doors on Thanksgiving evening to ensure no one in the community has to spend the holiday eating alone.
Senoia community holiday dinner
What we know:
Borgo Italia, located on Main Street in Senoia, is preparing to host anyone looking for good food and company on Thanksgiving. The free holiday meal is open to all community members, including local police officers and firefighters.
Owners Cris Folchitto and Alex Folchitto, sister and brother who immigrated to the U.S. from Italy, explained that they know firsthand how difficult it is to be far from loved ones during the holidays. Guests who want to attend are welcome to bring a favorite family recipe to share with others around the table.
Thanksgiving table reservations
What you can do:
The community gathering begins at 6 p.m. on Thanksgiving evening at the restaurant.
Guests planning to attend are asked to call Borgo Italia at 770-629-2300 in advance, so the owners know who is coming.
Senoia restaurant Borgo Italia gives back for Thanksgiving
Siblings Cristiana and Alessandro Folchitto own Borgo Italia, an authentic Italian trattoria and wine bar located in downtown Senoia, and they are now offering community this Thanksgiving. The pair are opening the doors of their restaurant at 6 p.m. on November 25th for a free buffet for veterans, first responders, and anyone who is feeling alone.
Unannounced dinner menu details
What we don't know:
The owners have not yet announced the full list of dishes they will prepare alongside the shared meals brought by guests.
It is also not yet clear how many total seats will be open for the evening gathering.
The Source: The information in this story was gathered from Borgo Italia owners Cris Folchitto and Alex Folchitto, who spoke with FOX 5's Doug Evans about their holiday plans.