The host lineup for Chi Fan for Charity (CFFC) 2025 is almost complete. More than 35 hosts have already formed their groups, leaving only a few spots open for those interested in hosting a table. If you wish to be a table host for CFFC 2025, taking place on Saturday, November 8, you need to act quickly!
This year features a selection of 46 restaurants that represent a diverse range of Beijing's culinary offerings. From local favorites like Side Street and Arrow Factory to fine dining establishments such as TRB Hutong and Maison Flo, there's something for everyone. Additionally, the starting price has been reduced to just RMB 400 per person, making it more accessible. Each restaurant will be preparing a special menu for the evening, ensuring a unique dining experience at every table. You can view the complete list of 46 restaurants here.
It's essential to highlight what makes this event unique: the participating restaurants generously donate their time, food, and venue. All of the table fees paid by the hosts go directly to the chosen charities. This means that the total cost of your meal supports this year's beneficiaries: Bethel, From Our Eyes, and the Beijing Qingcaodi Charity Foundation. This is a significant contribution from the local culinary community.
As a host, your task is simple: secure one of the remaining tables and gather nine friends or colleagues to join you. This is a practical way to enhance that support. You and your guests will also gain access to the CFFC Afterparty, which will occur at the Kerry Hotel on November 8 starting at 9:30 PM.
The Beijinger has been a long-time supporter of CFFC, and we continue to be impressed by the generosity demonstrated by both the restaurants and attendees. The remaining host spots are unlikely to be available for long.
To reserve one of the last tables, scan the QR code below to join the dedicated CFFC Table Host WeChat group, where you can have your questions answered and complete the booking process.
If you’ve been contemplating it, now is the time to make a decision. Help CFFC fill the last few tables for what promises to be a wonderful evening of dining for a worthy cause.
CFFC Beijing 2025 will occur on Saturday, November 8, followed by an afterparty at the Kerry Hotel from 9:30 PM, where you can find more details here. You can also scan the QR code in the poster above for further information about CFFC.
READ: CFFC 2025: Complete List of 46 Restaurants
Images: courtesy of the CFFC
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The lineup of table hosts for Chi Fan for Charity (CFFC) 2025 is almost complete.