Maplewood rallies to support fire-damaged Asador del Sur

MAPLEWOOD, Mo. - The Maplewood community is coming together today to raise funds for Asador del Sur, a Latin American restaurant severely damaged by a fire on August 30th.

Local businesses including restaurants, shops, cafes, and bars are participating in the "Together for Asador del Sur" event, donating part of their sales and matching customer gifts to support the restaurant's recovery efforts.

Asador del Sur was preparing to celebrate its fifth anniversary when the fire struck, causing significant damage to the establishment.

The fundraising event aims to help the restaurant rebuild and continue serving the community.

The community's efforts highlight the strong support for local businesses in Maplewood, as residents and business owners rally to help Asador del Sur recover from the devastating fire.

For a list of participating restaurants, visit midcountychamber.org/asador-2/.

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