Thanksgiving is almost here, and the Los Angeles Mission is hard at work preparing a Wednesday feast for those less fortunate.
Up to 4,000 people will be fed, and that requires some large-scale kitchen tools, such as a 90-gallon vat of gravy.
Also on the menu are 3,600 pounds of turkey, 1,000 pounds of macaroni and 90 gallons of cheese.
But while the quantity of food may be impressive, the focus is really on those who will be eating.
“Ultimately, it’s really dealing with people that are dealing with food insecurity and also people down here on Skid Row who don’t have families at this time of the year,” said chef Erik Grant. “We want to embrace people with hope and love and help people on their journey, stabilize them and help get them into a better situation.”
Meals will be served from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 303 E. 5th St.