Late food disappoints patrons at WIFFA Ball.
The much anticipated pre-Valentine Ball held by WIFFA (West Indian Families and Friends Association) took place on Saturday, 10th February, at The Nola Jones Hall in South London.
The location was transformed, and its red and white decorations made the venue look more like a luxurious Central london Hotel. A mature crowd of predominantly female patrons glamorously dressed complimented the setting, accompanied by fellows in tucs and all sorts.
WIFFA member Edla Rouse introduced and started the proceedings whilst DJ Credible played music for dining. Unfortunately, the food was delayed, much to the chagrin of many.
With time quickly ebbing away, the guest artist, Japanese-born saxophonist Megumi Mesaku, was introduced and rocked the house with her repertoire of Reggae backing tracks.
Daddy Vince then took to the decks and kept the dancers reasonably happy. At 10 pm, the canopies of Vol au Vent, salfish and various Jamaican patties were served. Maybe hunger had made them tasty, but they were almost like manna from heaven.
After completing the first course, our Megumi Saxophonist reappeared. Once again, she captivated the audience; food was served as the long queue started with the aroma of jerk chicken, escovitch fish, and macaroni pie, to say the least.
Very soon, the dancing started in earnest, including a candy dance of enormous proportions, while the lack of Soca and ballroom dancing was missing. Despite the mishaps the majority said it was still an enjoyable occasion
West Indian Families and Friends Association lost their founder and life, Chairman Tony Sandiford, who passed away on 14th December 2022.
