Colombo Social’s monthly long-lunch series, Mum Cha, returns for its first edition of 2025!

Plate it Forward Founder and CEO, Shaun Christie-David, and his mother Shiranie will cook alongside special guest Nat Thaipun and her mum, Nutsiree Thaipun, for an unforgettable afternoon celebrating food, family, and culture.

Self-described as chaotically creative and highly driven, Nat Thaipun is a once-in-a-generation talent. Thaipun, the acclaimed winner of MasterChef Australia, is a proud Australian-born Thai woman who grew up in a busy family of five on Naarm/Melbourne’s outskirts. Inspired by the bustling streets of Thailand and the culinary traditions of her mother and late grandmother, Nat’s cooking philosophy is rooted in the belief that food is capable of bridging cultural divides and connecting people to their heritage, identity, and culture. From marginalized communities to urban food enthusiasts, Nat is passionate about making high-quality food accessible to all.

Sharing their cherished family recipes and stories, this edition of Mum Cha will be filled with laughs, delicious dishes, and heartfelt moments. Both mums will share their experiences of raising (and cooking) for their children in Australia, along with the funny, foreign foods they encountered in their new home.

Mum Cha is a monthly celebration dedicated to the incredible women and mothers who inspire those around them. The event invites the wider community to come together over a set menu, sharing childhood stories that reminisce their collective love of food in the home. These gatherings enable participants to discover and savour delicious meals, forge connections, and create new memories by honouring the significant role that food and family play in shaping their lives. This communal experience highlights how food acts as a bridge, bringing diverse individuals together to celebrate shared experiences and build lasting relationships.

Every month, Shaun and his mother Shiranie will cook a 8-course meal alongside an Australian personality within the hospitality, sports, music or fashion arenas, and their mother. Each collaborative menu will represent a fusion of cultures and dishes, that both mothers want to share with the community, in an intimate setting comprised of 40 seats. In addition to the elaborate menu, the ticket will include a welcome cocktail, and unlimited, premium red and white wines for the 2-hour culinary escapade.