Mary (Twink) Gates
Gathering together on July 16, 23 members of the British Club enjoyed an authentic Indian dining experience at Saffron Indian Bistro right here in Oro Valley.
The event brought together club members to experience the rich flavors and warm hospitality that the restaurant is known for. Guests enjoyed a wide variety of authentic Indian dishes, ranging from flavorful curries and freshly baked naan to aromatic rice specialties and delicious vegetarian options.
The evening provided an opportunity for members to reconnect, welcome new faces, and strengthen friendships in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. Lively conversations, shared laughter, and outstanding food made the gathering a memorable occasion for everyone in attendance.
Everyone thanked Arlene Nichols and Janita Ardis-Sharum and their Social Committee for organizing an exceptionally, very enjoyable evening.
Everyone also expressed their appreciation to the staff at Saffron Indian Bistro for their attentive service and the quality of the dining experience. The restaurant’s inviting ambiance and expertly prepared cuisine received praise from guests throughout the evening.
As the British Club continues to organize social outings and community events, members look forward to future opportunities to explore local dining establishments while celebrating British traditions, friendship, and cultural exchange.
The dinner at Saffron Indian Bistro served as another successful reminder that good food and good company remain the perfect ingredients for bringing a community together.
For Membership information, contact Eileen Sedgwick by phone at 520-834-4142 or email at esedgwick66@gmail.com.
Membership is open to any person who was born in Britain or The Commonwealth or holds or has previously held a British passport, and is a current Homeowner of either SaddleBrooke One, SaddleBrooke TWO, and SaddleBrooke Ranch. The Member’s spouse or partner may be of any national origin.
The British Club now has 69 members from the following hometowns:
England: Cambridge, Colchester, Derbyshire, Hampshire, Kent, Liverpool, Merseyside, Southampton, Louth, South Yorkshire, Lincolnshire, London, Manchester, Newbury, Nr. Highclere Castle (Downton Abbey), Newcastle upon Tyne, Northamptonshire, Oxford, Portsmouth, Rochester, Swindon, Wigan Wooton, Worcestershire
Ireland: Limerick
Isle of Man: Douglas and Foxdale
Scotland: Kilmarnock, Lennoxtown
Wales: Swansea, Glan Conwy
Canada: Nova Scotia
France: Loches
Germany
South Africa: Johannesburg
U.S.A.: Mt. Shasta and San Francisco, Calif; Denver and Colorado Springs, Colo., Chicago, Ill., Leavenworth, Kans., Massachusetts, Billings, Mont.,Staten Island, N.Y., Pittsburgh, Penn., Utah, Seattle, and Spokane, Wash.

