Times are tough. And very few - if anyone - has been insulated from this recession. It may be a slowdown in your business - clients putting things on hold in this volatile economy, resulting in less income for you and for your company. It may be job loss - if not you, then someone you know. Or, it may translate to spending less discretionary income - skipping the tropical vacation this year or seeing if you can get another few thousand miles out of the 10+year old car.
I think we've all felt the pinch in one way or another. It's one thing, however, to feel a pinch - no matter how big; quite another to be wondering where your next meal is coming from, literally down to your last dollar.
This is where "A Better World Cafe" comes in: the recently-opened restaurant has implemented a policy of 'pay what you can' with suggested prices appearing next to items on the menu. And, the cafe features a "complimentary community entree" for those who can't pay anything in addition to offering these folks the opportunity to earn more food by volunteering their time & talent to the cafe.
The article points out that those who are not in dire financial straits are welcome to pay above the recommended prices as a way to help those less fortunate.
"A Better World Cafe" is located in Highland Park, NJ - stop in if you're in the area. You can read more info on this "giving back" option in dining here
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interesting concept!
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