A CHARITY is calling on food fans in County Durham to hold a retro-inspired dinner party to help it raise funds.

Marie Curie has launched a new fundraising campaign encouraging people to recreate their favourite nostalgic food.

Community fundraiser Lisa Wild said: "Recreate time-honoured classics or put a contemporary twist on some old classics like duck a l'orange and prawn cocktail. The money raised from every dinner party will help Marie Curie provide more free care to people living with a terminal illness and their families.

“Holding a ‘Dinner Down Memory Lane’ is a great alternative to a normal dinner party and by inviting friends to make a donation in return for a dinner with a difference, you’ll be helping Marie Curie Nurses to provide care and support to people living with a terminal illness and their families.”

For more information and to sign up for a free fundraising pack visit www.mariecurie.org.uk/dinner or call 0800-716-146.