Nigerian-owned Restaurant Almost Folding In London, Gets £8,000 Support From Beyonce
Faith Ukanwa
Jun 23, 2023
Nigerian-owned Restaurant Almost Folding In London, Gets £8,000 Support From Beyonce
Chuku's, a restaurant in North London owned by Nigerians which is almost folding up as a result of the increase in cost of living, has received £8,000 donation from popular American singer, Beyonce Knowles-Carter,
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Chuku's restaurant said to be the world's first Nigerian tapas restaurant, is operated by two siblings; Emeka and Ifeyinwa Frederick.
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Beyonc├®'s BeyGood Foundation established the Black Parade Small Business Impact Luncheon, which aimed at celebrating local businesses, individuals, and communities, affected by economic disparities worldwide.
The charitable foundation committed a total of $1 million (£806,401.00) to support struggling businesses around the world.
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The Luncheon, held at the prestigious Four Seasons in Tower Hill, welcomed over 100 entrepreneurs, offering them an opportunity to win prizes totaling $100,000 (£806,090).
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Among the 400 applications received, Emeka and his sister Ifeyinwa, made the list of the distinguished 2% of winners.
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Remarking on the grant awarded their restaurant, Chuku co-founder, Ifeyinwa stated: "I still can't quite believe that Beyonc├® has backed our restaurant, it feels a bit surreal.ÔÇØ
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Her brother and business partner, Emeka noted: "This grant couldn't have come at a better time.
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"Chuku's, like many other restaurants without financial reserves, has been severely affected by lockdowns and the escalating cost of living crisis.
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"Every day, we fight to remain open and reach our fourth anniversary.
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"This funding will alleviate some of our struggles and enable us to continue showcasing Nigerian culture on Tottenham's High Road for the time being.ÔÇØ
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— Faith Ukanwa