Itihaas in Dalkeith and The Radhuni in Loanhead will donate 1% of their total December takings to Barnardo’s.
A recent survey commissioned by the 150-year-old charity revealed that over one in four parents of children under 18 in Scotland have struggled to provide enough food for their families in the past year, largely due to the ongoing cost-of-living crisis.
Habibur Khan, Managing Partner of the restaurants, said: “Christmas is a magical time for children, but it can also be a particularly difficult period for parents who are facing increasing financial pressures. Many families simply can’t afford to give their kids the gifts they’d like. We’re proud to be able to offer a little extra support to help make the season brighter for them.”
“Our customers have always shown great generosity towards good causes and I’m sure they will rise to the occasion yet again.”
Janice Gilroy, a Fundraising Manager at Barnardo’s, said: “We would like to thank Habibur and all of the customers at Itihaas and Radhuni restaurants for supporting our charity’s vital work. The money raised will boost our efforts to tackle the ongoing blight of child poverty which has been exacerbated by the continuing cost-of-living crisis.
“At Barnardo’s our purpose is clear: Changing childhoods and changing lives, so that children, young people and families are safe, happy, healthy, and hopeful. Last year, we worked with thousands of children across Scotland through more than 150 services and partnerships.”
The Radhuni’s awards have included Best Curry Restaurant in the UK and is one of only a handful of Indian-stye restaurants in Scotland to be awarded an AA Rosette for culinary excellence. Matin Khan, Director and Executive Chef of both restaurants, is a former Scottish Curry Chef of the Year and in 2024 was named UK Curry Chef of the Year by trade magazine Curry Life.
The restaurants’ donation to Barnardo’s will include proceeds from sit-in and takeaway meals, and drinks.
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