We post many images of food we make and food we like, both from Marianne's Kitchen and other places we eat. For those who've not heard the story, Marianne's Kitchen came about in part because we could not find a place to eat in Shoreview but we also wanted to pay homage to Linda's aunt. It's not just about the food. We're here because we enjoy putting good, healthy food in front of people but it's the customers who make the difference. Now in our fourth year we have met a lot of really nice people. We talk among ourselves frequently about who stopped in and who we've not seen for a while. When we ask your name, where you work or how your day is going it's because we care. Often we are asked if we have WIFI. The answer you will hear is "we have conversation." Hopefully everyone stopping in enjoys their food but also leaves knowing that this is a friendly place where the 'thank you's' are heartfelt and legitimate.
Saturday was Small Business Saturday courtesy of promotion by American Express. In this time of Black Friday, big box retailers and national brand shopping and dining it is a challenge to stand out, or even to be seen. One of the big box stores up the street was selling 1600 big screen TV's a minute (nationally) on Friday. At the end of our day we remember how many Cubano's or Avocado BLT's we sold and most of the time we remember your name. When we say "hello," "thank you" or "goodbye" we're not working from a script, simply being sincere.
It's not as much fun being here without our customers. We miss you but hope you've enjoyed the weekend, resting up or working hard, chilling with friends or family or wrapping up a good book.
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