41: WHAT'S THE LUNCHBOX LADY? CRAIG FALK TELLS US

We all have interesting and funny stories about how we got into this industry. Craig tells his origin stories, and it might cause you to nod in agreement! 

You'll learn about The Lunchbox Lady and then (because he's just chillaxing with that) he added on a season popup called Bmore Big Softy, which is soft-shell crab sandwiches. If you are at all interested in getting into the popup game, this is the episode for you!  And if that's not your thing, you'll certainly get hungry listening!

Instagram: The Lunchbox Lady and Bmore Big Softy

41: WHAT'S THE LUNCHBOX LADY? CRAIG FALK TELLS US

40: MEALS ON WHEELS PARTNERING FOR FOODIE EVENT IN THE PANDEMIC

Meals on Wheels of Central Maryland, our local chapter, is selling tickets to Night of a Million Meals. Local or not, you can purchase and support their mission. This years' zoom event is on May 17th, and can come with a meal kit for $75.

Today's show includes two interviews.  

--Stephanie Archer Smith, Executive Director at Meals on Wheels of Central Maryland starts the show and shares their mission and example of how Meals on Wheels works to make a difference. We explore the importance of this event. Meals on Wheels is eager to expand their message of serving seniors. We hear how Meals on Wheels has responding to increased demands of at-home seniors since the beginning of the pandemic; and how they extend their mission with More than a Meal--supporting seniors with additional services they may not be aware of--medical, financial assistance and more.

--Chef Anthony Franklin speaks to the role Cosima plays in participating in Night of a Million Meals by creating a cocktail and a spring dinner. Night of a Million Meals appreciates the relationship Cosima is fostering with the kind support of owner Judith Golding. 

We explore Meals on Wheels desire to continue to evolve Night of a Million meals, in a year when food insecurity for seniors is an acute concern in our city; and balance that with giving back to three businesses who support their mission by providing the items in the meal kit box. Building upon the relationship with one restaurant Cosima, one catering company, Chef's Expression,  and one cake company, Cakes by Jason, Meals on Wheels will have a successful event, and have supported independent restaurants when they need (and appreciate) support. 

The takeaway? As a restaurant, find a way to continue the journey to connect with one or two local non-profits, whose mission aligns with your mission or vision. Happy listening.