Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 23, 2020
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Emily Daunt
Michigan Restaurant & Lodging Association (517) 377-3933 |
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"Full Plates, Full Hearts" Thanksgiving Day Event Offers Free Hot Meals to Individuals and Families In Need, Nov. 26
The two-part culinary event is hosted by the Michigan Restaurant & Lodging Association, Detroit Restaurant & Lodging Association and the Detroit Shipping Company
The two-part culinary event is hosted by the Michigan Restaurant & Lodging Association, Detroit Restaurant & Lodging Association and the Detroit Shipping Company
DETROIT – November 23, 2020 – The Michigan Restaurant & Lodging Association (MRLA), Detroit Restaurant & Lodging Association (DRLA) and the Detroit Shipping Company will host its third annual FREE community meal – Full Plates, Full Hearts – on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 26, to support individuals and families in need. The two-part culinary event, which includes a walk-up opportunity and special delivery to select area nonprofits, will provide a total of 300 delicious meals to some of Detroit’s most at-risk populations.
“The hospitality industry has a wonderful history of giving back to local communities,” said Justin Winslow, MRLA President and CEO. “We are proud to host our annual ‘Full Plates, Full Hearts’ event, not only in this season of giving, but at a time when so many are going without during such a challenging year. This is one way we can share the spirit of hospitality with those who have the greatest need.”
The first part of Full Plates, Full Hearts is a walk-up event that begins at noon at the entrance of Detroit Shipping Company located at 474 Peterboro St. in Detroit. Thanksgiving meals, boxed in individual portions, will be distributed one per person on a first-come, first-served basis, while supplies last. Masks are required and social distancing will be observed.
The second part of the event is a special delivery of individually-boxed meals to three local nonprofit organizations, including Alternatives for Girls, COTS and Neighborhood Service Organization. The boxed meals will be prepared by participating restaurants Bangkok 96 Street Food and COOP Caribbean Fusion and will include roasted turkey with gravy, cornbread stuffing, crispy brussels, Mac n Cheese and cranberry sauce.
“While we cannot open our doors this year, the needs of the community remain high,” said Jon Hartzell, owner of Detroit Shipping Company. “Chef Max Hardy and Chef Genevieve Vang, and their teams are preparing this meal with love.”
“The hospitality industry has a wonderful history of giving back to local communities,” said Justin Winslow, MRLA President and CEO. “We are proud to host our annual ‘Full Plates, Full Hearts’ event, not only in this season of giving, but at a time when so many are going without during such a challenging year. This is one way we can share the spirit of hospitality with those who have the greatest need.”
The first part of Full Plates, Full Hearts is a walk-up event that begins at noon at the entrance of Detroit Shipping Company located at 474 Peterboro St. in Detroit. Thanksgiving meals, boxed in individual portions, will be distributed one per person on a first-come, first-served basis, while supplies last. Masks are required and social distancing will be observed.
The second part of the event is a special delivery of individually-boxed meals to three local nonprofit organizations, including Alternatives for Girls, COTS and Neighborhood Service Organization. The boxed meals will be prepared by participating restaurants Bangkok 96 Street Food and COOP Caribbean Fusion and will include roasted turkey with gravy, cornbread stuffing, crispy brussels, Mac n Cheese and cranberry sauce.
“While we cannot open our doors this year, the needs of the community remain high,” said Jon Hartzell, owner of Detroit Shipping Company. “Chef Max Hardy and Chef Genevieve Vang, and their teams are preparing this meal with love.”
About the Michigan Restaurant & Lodging Association
Michigan Restaurant & Lodging Association (MRLA) is the recognized leader of Michigan's hospitality industry, providing essential services to the foodservice and lodging community. Founded in 1921 as the Michigan Restaurant Association and now known as the MRLA, the Association represents over 5,000 Michigan foodservice and lodging establishments. The industry plays an integral role in Michigan's economy, employing more than 595,000 people and creating nearly $40 billion in annual sales. For more information, visit www.mrla.org and www.detroitrla.org.
About the Detroit Restaurant & Lodging Association
The Detroit Restaurant & Lodging Association, which is part of the Michigan Restaurant & Lodging Association, represents the local interests of the hospitality industry that employs more than 17,000 people and generates approximately $1 billion in sales in Detroit. It provides owners and operators in the Tri-County area with access to member benefit programs, valuable industry connections, political and community representation and support for initiatives that will best impact member businesses. For more information, visit www.detroitrla.org.
About the Detroit Shipping Company
Detroit Shipping Co. is a restaurant collective and beer garden featuring five unique food-truck style eateries, two full service bars, a coffee and ice cream shop, a small outdoor stage, galleries for local artists and retailers, and two private lounges. All constructed from refashioned shipping containers. Detroit Shipping Co. also features outdoor dining with heaters. And all located within a few miles of everything you already love about Detroit. For more information, visit www.detroitshippingcompany.com.
Michigan Restaurant & Lodging Association (MRLA) is the recognized leader of Michigan's hospitality industry, providing essential services to the foodservice and lodging community. Founded in 1921 as the Michigan Restaurant Association and now known as the MRLA, the Association represents over 5,000 Michigan foodservice and lodging establishments. The industry plays an integral role in Michigan's economy, employing more than 595,000 people and creating nearly $40 billion in annual sales. For more information, visit www.mrla.org and www.detroitrla.org.
About the Detroit Restaurant & Lodging Association
The Detroit Restaurant & Lodging Association, which is part of the Michigan Restaurant & Lodging Association, represents the local interests of the hospitality industry that employs more than 17,000 people and generates approximately $1 billion in sales in Detroit. It provides owners and operators in the Tri-County area with access to member benefit programs, valuable industry connections, political and community representation and support for initiatives that will best impact member businesses. For more information, visit www.detroitrla.org.
About the Detroit Shipping Company
Detroit Shipping Co. is a restaurant collective and beer garden featuring five unique food-truck style eateries, two full service bars, a coffee and ice cream shop, a small outdoor stage, galleries for local artists and retailers, and two private lounges. All constructed from refashioned shipping containers. Detroit Shipping Co. also features outdoor dining with heaters. And all located within a few miles of everything you already love about Detroit. For more information, visit www.detroitshippingcompany.com.
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