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Atlanta Chef Delivers Holiday Joy to 100 Families

12/23/2025

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In Atlanta, Georgia, Crescent City Kitchen hosted a holiday event to support families affected by a government shutdown.
Crystal Drakes, owner of Crescent City Kitchen, adopted nearly 100 children and their families, providing toys, bikes, and electronics.
Single mother Jamese Harris expressed gratitude for gifts, noting her children did not ask for anything specific.
Drakes has supported community efforts and aims to bring joy and relief to families this holiday season.

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In Atlanta, Georgia, Crescent City Kitchen hosted a holiday event to support families affected by a government shutdown.
Crystal Drakes, owner of Crescent City Kitchen, adopted nearly 100 children and their families, providing toys, bikes, and electronics.
Single mother Jamese Harris expressed gratitude for gifts, noting her children did not ask for anything specific.
Drakes has supported community efforts and aims to bring joy and relief to families this holiday season.