We have been seeing no shows at every event this year. To combat this, I am putting a $5 deposit requirement on those who are new to my events. Regular attendees - there is no deposit for you, but please honour your RSVP or update before the deadline. Spots are still first come first served. We will see how this goes for a bit before having to move back to a deposit for everyone. Thanks for understanding Please note that cancellations within 30 hours or no shows will risk being removed from this group (or revert to paying a deposit). Those on waitlist are expected to attend if they get bumped in before 12:00 PM noon on Wednesday May 27, 2026. Annabelle's Kitchen is a modern Italian 'neighbourhood' restaurant and a loving homage to our Italian roots. Serving the food we were raised on and the food you love to eat, we offer a variety of classic pasta, antipasti, and pizza made from scratch using the freshest ingredients. We also offer great wine, innovative cocktails, and local craft beer. Menu - Annabelle's Kitchen | Italian Restaurant | Marda Loop PROCESS FOR ATTENDING Step 1: RSVP for event. Step 2: * if you are a regular (e.g. if you have met and can name my partner), simply RSVP - no further action. * if you are new-ish to my events (<3 events with me, if you are not sure, send me a message), please send a $5 refundable deposit to **[deposit4myspot@gmail.com](mailto:deposit4myspot@gmail.com)** with password "kitchen" - send deposit within 2 hours of RSVP or risk being moved to the waitlist. Step 3: I will not deposit your e-transfer unless you are on the going list. Step 4: If you cancelbefore noon on Wednesday May 27, 2026, your deposit will be refunded. Make sure to message Jessica with email address to return deposit to. Step 5: If you cancelafter 12:00 PM noon on Wednesday May 27, 2026, or do not show up to the event, your deposit will be used to help cover the cost of the Meetup site subscription. Step 6: You will receive your deposit back at the event. Once full, those remaining on the waitlist will be given opportunity if anyone drops out. Watch your inbox! If you cancelafter 12:00 PM noon on Wednesday May 27, 2026, or do not show up to the event, you forfeit your deposit and risk being removed from this group. This event has 8 spots and once full, those on the waitlist will be given opportunity if anyone drops out. Watch your inbox!