And a big Thank You from the BRIGHT Run because Khalilah and her family have decided to donate $1 to the BRIGHT Run from each $5 special burger sold on opening day. A cheque presentation will take place in the spring.
Khalilah, a two-year survivor, said she wants to give back after being treated so well at the Juravinski Cancer Centre.
“I was really impressed with the care I received from everyone during my treatment,” she said. “I received all my treatment at the JCC and I had a wonderful team, from the chemo nurses to the doctors.”
The Dec. 4 opening was attended by a range of family members, representatives from the Oakville-based Big Smoke parent company, Brantford Ward 4 councillor Richard Carpenter and representatives of the local Chamber of Commerce.
Judging by the number of folks waiting outside for the first burgers off the grill, Khalilah and Jason, a chef for 15 years, are likely to make a great success of their first restaurant. And the Swiss burger tasted mighty fine!
