How many times have you gone out to lunch or ordered catering and
left with a feeling that you just helped someone else out? No, I am not
talking about the server wearing orange short shorts who you tipped 30%
for serving you beer wings because she was a struggling student. I am
talking about helping families in need out.
I had an opportunity to eat at
Inside the Box in Downtown Tampa. Inside the Box Cafe & Catering is the brainchild of
Metropolitan Ministries. I was introduced to MM a few months ago while doing a
Day of Giving Back with my company,
North Highland.
Today, I was fortunate enough to have an opportunity to sit with their
President and CEO Tim Marks, along with Advancement Coordinator Keelee
Wren to learn a little more about what Inside the Box has to offer.
One thing that immediately impressed me was Inside the Box's concept. Imagine
Tom's
shoes - One for One (for every pair purchased, a child in need receives
a pair) but incorporate that with food: A meal for you a meal for them.
For every meal purchased at Inside the Box, you are giving someone in
need a meal.
It is in a great spot to grab an inexpensive gourmet sandwich or salad in Downtown Tampa. A 1/2 sandwich will only set you back
$3.95!
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| Italian Antipasto Sandwich |
Inside the Box Executive Chef, Cliff Barsi spent
three decades working in resorts and
corporate catering. Now he is uses his culinary skills to train those
who want to better their life. All of the staff at Inside the Box are
graduates of Metropolitan Ministries program, helping people get back on
their feet. This concept not only keeps people off the streets but
gives them hope and a future.
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| Grilled Veggie Sandwich |
Today, I tried the weekly special (which I feel should be on the menu
all the time), the Chicken Waldorf Sandwich. It was full of flavor and
fruit.
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| Chicken Waldorf Sandwich |
Inside the Box has a variety of options and tons of
side dishes. The box lunches are a great idea for corporate catering. I
will surely be using then in the future for our lunch and learns! PS -
the fire roasted veggie and edamame side salad is off the chain. Check
out the full
menu and catering
menu
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