IDSA volunteers gathered at the Gateway Community Center on Sunday, Feb 29th. The program started with a presentation describing how to prepare the dessert. We also had a demonstration of the making of ashure and shared recipes. Following the presentation, people from different cultures and backgrounds enjoyed the dessert. Most said that they enjoyed the dessert. The sweetness of the dessert was reflected in the words and emotions exchanged between the attendees. A small example of "how sweet it would be to share cultural diversity" was seen.

On Monday, March 1st, IDSA opened two tables at the UT Campus; one on West Mall, and one in front of Gregory Gym. The tables were full of servings of Noah's Pudding. Students were at first puzzled when they read "Free Noah's Pudding." Some thought it was a free sample of a new product. Some enjoyed the dessert without asking questions. However, the people who asked "Why are you distributing this?" contributed most of the crowd. "A sharing of our culture, a symbol of unity, and a gift of friendship" was a typical answer they got. Thanks go to all volunteers who try to "bridge the gaps"...