1) I would like to pursue creating a community-oriented restaurant.
2) My idea is for a restaurant that takes a portion of every sale it makes and puts it into a fund that will be used to host free community meals periodically that is open to any and everyone. My reasoning for this is today's world is fast-paced and fragmented. As a result, many people miss the opportunity to connect over a meal, especially those in need.
THE WHO? Anyone in the community that wants to connect with their peers over a meal, especially the needy.
THE WHAT? Too many people forego spending quality time with one another over meals.
THE WHY? Many people are in a rush and don't like to get out of their comfort zones, and some people do not even have access to fresh food.
3) TESTING THE HYPOTHESIS: I believe that everyone, especially in the United States, has this need, but the boundaries are not limited to the US. Human connection is a need that every person on Earth craves, and food safety is a global issue. Everybody needs food. People miss out on the opportunity to bond over a meal for different reasons, as mentioned. Some people do not want or "can't" take the time out of their busy lives, some people have a hard time in social settings, and some people simply don't have adequate access to food
4) INTERVIEWS
1) Nick Simpson agrees that people need food, but he feels that opening up an organization to put on free meals that will attract all types of people is inviting danger because it's impossible to predict what people will do.
2)Lisa Turbeville thinks it's a good idea but questions the safety as well.
3) Antony Turbeville thinks it's a cool idea.
4) My friend Christian who used to be homeless would surely like it. He benefits from free things like that.
5) Bennet Hill thinks I should do something different with my life.
REFLECTION
I like to have people's approval about my life decisions, so wanting to pursue something that is divisive will be interesting for me to navigate.
HEy Chase,
ReplyDeleteTo be honest with you, I think you're idea has the best of idea and intentions, but won't likely work. Here's my reasoning: people are rude. I know this sounds weird, but hear me out, once homeless and needy get wind of the events, those with money will stop showing. With their lack of attendance, the community meal concept just becomes another food for the homeless event.
Hey Chase, first of all I think that this is a great idea. I completely agree with you that in today's day and age people are not connecting over their meals. Too many times I see people just trying to finish their food and get on with their days rather than sit down with the person in front of them and converse over the meal.
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