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FarmersWagon.org Lyle Pinder Making a Difference to Feed the Hungry

June 2, 2020 by James Dissette

Since the beginning of the pandemic shutdown and school closures in March, Chestertown and Kent County community partnerships have been meeting the critical food needs for anyone 18 and under.

The Social Action Committee for Racial Justice, with Kent County schools, businesses, farms, and aided by private donations and an army of volunteers, have created a network of meal pick-locations throughout the county.

But what about people unable or unwilling to venture out into the risky world of the pandemic?

Enter FarmersWagon.org, an online farm-to-door market and brainchild of Lyle Pinder. When the Saturday Market closed, Pinder decided to create an alternative solution for those seeking farm-fresh produce and meat.

Drawing on his expertise in marketing and a high-tech background, the recently returned Kent county native created an online market to bridge the gap. Just place an order online at FarmersWagon.org and he and his volunteers will deliver it to your residence. Abiding by suggested health guidelines, no personal contact is involved. Delivery arrangements are coordinated with the purchaser, and calls are made minutes before delivery.

According to a recent announcement by The Social Action Committee for Racial Justice (SACRJ), they will be continuing their Feed the Children and Elderly Initiative beyond the immediatecrisis by forming a new parrtnership with FarmersWagon.org beginning June 1st.

FarmersMarket.org will coordinate senior meal deliveries one day a week (delivering the former two-day delivery quantities).

They will continue to work in partnership with Sumner Hall, who has been instrumental in providing financial management and a hub for accepting donations.

The Spy took a ride with Pinder on Saturday to find out more about this unique service. Masks and all.

To find out more about FarmersWagon.org and to order, go here See also their Facebook page

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Filed Under: 3 Top Story Tagged With: Food

Happiness – One Scoop at a Time By Heather Hall

May 23, 2020 by Heather Hall

You know summer’s arrived when people start lining up at the Scottish Highland Creamery – even if this year it means social distancing, wearing masks, and paying by credit, debit, or Apple Pay.

Located in Oxford, at the end of Tilghman Street, the Creamery is opening for the 2020 season this weekend. Despite all the new changes brought on by the pandemic, one thing that will probably remain the same is that people will be coming by foot, bike, car, ferry, and boat to indulge in their “flavorite” ice cream.

Voted fan favorite in What’s Up magazine, the Creamery was founded in 2005 by Victor and Susan Barlow. Although the Barlows are (mostly) retired, they have partnered with Richard and Christine Leggett to keep the dream alive and growing.

Longtime fans, the Leggetts have had a home in Easton for over a decade and regularly brought their children to the Creamery. Richard Leggett recalls the day his wife phoned from the Creamery a few years ago, to tell him there was a notice about new ownership. When that deal fell through, the Leggetts reached out to a mutual friend for an introduction to the Barlows. They became friends and shortly after partners, sharing their vision for quality products and community connections.

Richard admits that he’s always had a passion for ice cream. He worked in ice cream shops as a teenager, and during summers throughout his college years. More recently, he invested in a small gelato company – Dolcezza – which is now a national brand, carried by Whole Foods.

“Victor and Susan built an amazing business and brand, so the most important thing is to protect that,” says Richard, explaining that their ice cream is handcrafted on-site, one gallon at a time.

“For me, one of the most fun parts of the business has been getting to know people in the community and all our employees,” says Christine. “It feels like a bit of a family, and I really enjoy that.” That family feeling is mutual. “It’s been a real honor to be asked to serve at weddings, birthdays, and even funerals,” says Richard. “Some people have written in their will, or left instructions, because the Creamery something they enjoyed sharing with friends.”

Seeing an opportunity to serve the community year-round, the Leggetts purchased the property at 102 S Morris Street in Oxford and, in November 2018, opened the Oxford Social Café. This historic building, formerly part of the Maryland Military and Naval Academy, has housed many businesses over the years: a hotel, barbershop, salon, dental office, yacht sales, and convenience store – complete with a soda fountain.

In addition to serving Scottish Highland Creamery ice cream (sold by the pint and quart) year-round, the Cafe feature Rise Up Coffee and Turnbridge Point Bakery.

Over the winter, they hosted a few well-received evening occasions. The building is in the process of being restored so the Café can host larger events in the main part, while the smaller wing of the building will serve as an office.

The Leggetts are excited to have both venues. The Creamery, co-located with Capsize restaurant, is a great location for service by the scoop, with folks (naturally) “on the go” during the summer. The Café, Richard notes, is a place where people come to sit and chat, so you really get to know them.

The Governor’s stay at home order interrupted operations for the Café, canceling the Creamery’s spring festivities for Oxford Day and the 15th-anniversary celebration. However, in response to overwhelming customer requests, the Leggetts quickly pivoted and began temporarily delivering quarts – along with meals by Blue Heron Catering – throughout the region.

Despite it being a logistical challenge, the Leggetts credit their General Manager, Kendall Gant, and Production Manager, Max Maiolini, who made frequent trips back to Oxford to restock. The Leggett’s boys, Henry & Harrison, served as navigators, plotting the best routes through St Michaels, Easton, Trappe, and Oxford.

Staff and fans alike look forward to the reopening of the Creamery this Memorial Day weekend. Gant, who started working at the Creamery 8 years ago, while she was still in high school, thinks she knows why this is such a popular establishment. “We have an amazing product, great staff and customers, and a mission that I can stand behind with 100% confidence. I love seeing the look on someone’s face when they’ve tried our ice cream for the first time or when they’ve just found their new favorite flavor.”

As for favorite flavors, Italian Lemon Cookie still tops the list. Biscotto, Coffee Heath Bar, and Butter Pecan are also in high demand. Of course, chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry are staples, but most customers split their order, getting 2 or 3 favorites together.

You can still get your scoops in person at the Scottish Highland Creamery, but expect some minor changes. The Creamery is taking a measured approach to ensure the safety of staff and customers. Orders will be taken at the menu board (rather than the window), and all orders will be filled in disposable cups (though you may ask for a cone on top). To minimize risks, samples won’t be available, and the seating area will also be closed. Feel free to walk around and enjoy the view while maintaining a distance of 6 feet, of course.

After the holiday weekend, the Creamery anticipates opening the last weekend in May and the first weekend of June, then hope to resume daily service after that.

For more information, check their web page or Facebook or or call 410-924-6298.

Heather Hall is a Leadership Coach, Spiritual Director, and Storyteller through arts and crafts. Born and raised in Maryland, she spent 22 years in Alaska, working in environmental service. She recently returned to the Shore and resides in Oxford.

Photos courtesy of Richard Leggett

 

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Filed Under: 3 Top Story Tagged With: Food, Oxford, Talbot Spy

Opening Weekend for St. Michaels Farmers Market

April 22, 2020 by Spy Desk

On Saturday, April 25 at 8:30 AM, the St. Michaels Farmers Market emerges from a winter rest for its twenty-second season of offering farmer-grown and locally-produced items to the people of Bay Hundred and beyond. With more than fourteen producers displaying their veggies, meats and more in the public parking lot at 204 S. Talbot St., there is always something beautiful and delicious to take home.

Farmers and vendors returning this year include: Spirit Grower Farm, Sand Hill Farms, The Bay Mushrooms, Little Fields Floral, King Berries, Cottingham Farm, Blades Orchard, Windon Distilling (known for their Lyon Rum), and, the springtime favorite, Kreider’s Tomatoes. Shoppers can find meats, eggs, tomatoes, berries, jams, jellies, pastries, cakes, pies and of course fresh-from-the-farm spring vegetables like greens, lettuces and asparagus.

The Market also welcomes its 2020 staff person who makes sure farmers, vendors and customers are all well taken care of. Says the new Market Manger, Amanda Kidd, “I am both honored and excited to serve the prestigious St. Michael’s Farmers Market and all community members. I cannot wait to see what this journey has in store!”

Under Governor Hogan’s Stay at Home order, farmers markets are considered essential operations to ensure communities can have access to safe, healthy foods. “We believe the Farmers Market experience is just as safe or even inherently safer than any big box or chain grocery shopping experience right now,” explains Randy Royer, SMFM President. “It’s simple: You are buying right from the farmer, so there are just fewer hands in the operation. It’s farm to table shopping.”

To ensure that both farmers and Market customers feel comfortable and safe during their visit, the Market is putting several measures in place.

● Both farmers and customers are asked to wear masks for Market.
● Everyone is asked to respect social distancing guidelines, staying six feet apart.
● The first hour of market, 8:30-9:30am, is designated for vulnerable customers.
● Handwashing stations will be a new addition this year – farmers and producers will be provided with sanitizer donated by Windon Distilling .
● Farmers and producers will facilitate all produce and product transactions, providing items to you as you select them.
● Bring your change! Having exact change will be helpful to reduce the handling of money. Electronic payments are even better.

The St. Michaels Farmers Market’s success over the years is largely due to its ‘producer-only’ focus (meaning everything sold at the market is grown or produced by the vendor selling it), high-quality products, volunteer commitment, and its history as a place for people to come together. Although there won’t be any food tastings or eat-in seating for the Market’s opening or in the weeks to come, the spirit of being a vibrant community gathering place is still part of the Market’s intent. As their Facebook page says, “The mechanics of the market are going to look very different for a while, but the SOUL of it won’t change. We are still all about creating opportunities for positively local farmers to connect with positively local shoppers.” You can find weekly updates about SMFM happenings and what’s in season on their Facebook at www.Facebook.com/LoveYourFarmer. You’ll also find an option to sign up for their weekly e-newsletters.

St. Michaels Farmers Market is a non-profit, producer-only market and community gathering place for residents and visitors, that also provides economic opportunities for farmers and food producers, offers local food education and gives everyone access to healthy, fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, eggs and other products.

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Filed Under: Food and Garden Notes Tagged With: farmers market, Food, local news, The Talbot Spy

Free Food Drive-Thru Giveaways Today

March 31, 2020 by Spy Agent 8

Easton
The Union Baptist Church at 233 Glenwood Avenue will hold a FREE drive-thru food distribution for residents of Talbot County today, March 31, beginning at 9 a.m. and continuing till the food is gone. Drivers are asked to line up on Glenwood Avenue near the entrance to the church. (Note: Please clear your trunk before coming to the church.) You will need to complete a form you’ll receive on site; a picture of the form will be taken to limit contact. Proof of Talbot County residency may be required. DO NOT get out of your car and keep your windows closed. When you arrive at the head of the line, pop your trunk so the food can be loaded without your having to exit your car.
St. Michaels
A FREE Drive-thru, No Contact Farmers Market will take place in St. Michaels today, March 31, from 3-5 p.m. The Drive-Thru pick up will take place in the Public Parking Lot behind Pemberton’s Pharmacy; look for signage for traffic flow. Drive up, pop your trunk, and volunteers will drop in a bag of assorted fresh fruits and veggies! DO NOT EXIT YOUR CAR. To minimize risk, NO WALK-UPS ALLOWED. All produce has been generously donated by Sysco.
Delivery will be provided upon request for seniors, the disabled, and those without transportation. For delivery call Trish Payne with the St. Michaels Community Center, 410-829-3883, and leave your name, number in household, full address, and phone number.

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Filed Under: Archives Tagged With: Food, St. Michaels, Talbot County, The Talbot Spy

Talbot County Food Pantries

March 31, 2020 by Val Cavalheri

NEED Help finding a Food Resource Near you?
Call 410-770-5155 – Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
Easton Area
Neighborhood Service Center
126 Port St., Easton, MD
Monday and Thursday 10am-2pm
St. Stephen’s AME
9467 Unionville Rd., Easton, MD
Outdoors, Staffed
Tues & Thurs 10am-1pm
St. Vincent de Paul
29533 Canvasback Dr., Easton, MD
Tuesday 1-4pm, Saturday 9am-noon
Harvest of Hope
Church of God
1009 N. Washington St., Easton, MD
Monday-Friday 9am-4pm
Bay Hundred Area
Royal Oak United Methodist
6968 Bellevue Rd., Royal Oak, MD
Unmanned outside
24 hours, everyday
St. Luke’s United Methodist
5642 Poplar Lane, Bellevue, Royal Oak, MD
Monday-Saturday, 24 hrs., Indoors
Bozman United Methodist Church
7988 Bozman-Neavitt Rd, Bozman, MD
Unmanned inside
Everyday from 7am-7pm
New St. John’s United Methodist
9123 Tilghman Island Rd., Wittman, MD
Unmanned outside -24 hours, Everyday
Starting on 4/3 Pop-up Pantry
Every Friday 10am-noon
Tilghman Food Pantry
5731 Tilghman Island Rd, Tilghman, MD
Monday 5-7pm, Tuesday 9am-noon
Wednesday 3-6pm, Friday 11am-3pm
St. Michaels Community Center
103 Railroad Ave, St. Michaels, MD
Mon. 5-7pm, Wed. 3-5pm, Fri. 11am-3pm
Christ Church St. Michaels
103 Willow St., St. Michaels, MD
Monday 9-11am, Thursday 1-3pm
Call the Talbot Food Resource Line with questions – 410-770-5515 or email [email protected]
Please consider supporting one of the organizations feeding your neighbors in Talbot County by going to the following:
https://talbotcovid19.org/donation/

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Filed Under: Archives Tagged With: Food, Talbot County, The Talbot Spy

Talbot Spy COVID-19 Restaurants & Deliveries Update

March 25, 2020 by Spy Desk

Restaurants & Deliveries & Markets

CARRYOUT & DELIVERY

EASTON

4 Sisters Food Truck: free delivery to Easton area and $5 for delivery to Trappe, Preston, St. Michaels, and Oxford. (410) 443-0769. NOTE: they are offering a free platter to anyone who is in need in our community due to the crisis.

Bombay Tadka, both in Easton and Cambridge, are offering free delivery to the immediate area, 443-515-0853. NOTE: Ask for the ‘Good Karma Special:’ For every two entrees purchased, they will will give one to a neighbor in need in the community. Additional ‘Good Karma Specials’ may be added to your order for $10.

Chilis: Delivery or pickup (410) 763-7077

Easton Pizzeria: (410) 822-4911, www.eastonpizzeria.com

Eat Sprout: Free delivery to your door anywhere in Talbot County. 443-223-0642

Giovanni’sPizza: Delivery or pickup (410) 770-6993

Olive Garden: (410) 763-9018

Piazza Italian Market: Open for customers, but limit 5 at a time for distancing. Offering free, same day delivery and curbside pick up. (410) 820-8281, https://www.piazzaitalianmarket.com/

Potbelly is offering free delivery through March 29 via its app, Potbelly.com, GrubHub, and DoorDash. (Plus all orders are securely packaged with tamper-evident stickers).

Rusticana Pizza: Deliver or pickup–219 Marlboro Ave. (410) 820-7422 ; 810 Dover St. (410 820-5110)

Victory Garden: (410) 690-7356

 

OXFORD & ST. MICHAELS

Awful Arthurs: St. Michaels, Friday | Saturday | Sunday 11am – ’til ?  (410) 745-3474

Latitude 38 in Oxford will deliver in Oxford for a $5 fee. (410) 226-5303 NOTE: CHECK THEIR FACEBOOK PAGE FOR UPDATES AND TO ORDER EASTER DINNER

The Galley in St. Michaels: Free delivery in St. Michaels and within a five-mile surrounding area. (410) 200-8572

Sam’s Pizza Restaurant: St Michaels (410) 745-5955. They deliver from Tilghman Island to Miles River Bridge Landing and Easton Village

 

CURBSIDE / TAKEOUT  ONLY

EASTON

Doc’s Downtown Grill: (410) 822-7700

El Dorado: (410) 820-4002

Giuffrida’s Pizzaria: (410) 770-3500

Hill’s Cafe: (410) 822-9751

Hunter’s Tavern (Tidewater Inn): (410) 822-1300

In Japan: (410) 443-0681

Ledo Pizza: (410) 819-3000

Olde Mill Deli: (410) 822-9088

Olive Garden: Curbside pickup only (410) 763-9018

Osteria Alfredo: (410) 822-9088

Rise Up: (410) 822-1353

Ruby Tuesday: Curbside pickup only (410) 763-8475

Sakura: Curbside pickup only (410) 690-4773

Snifter’s: OPEN for carry out, and Hair O’ The Dog is OPEN for your beverage needs!!  (410) 690-7342

Sunflower & Greens: (410) 822-7972

The BBQ Joint:  410-690-3641

The Bagery: Call (410) 690-4188 or order online

Whole Note Coffee: (410) 204-4880

 

OXFORD,  ST. MICHAELS, & TRAPPE

Ava’s, St Michaels & Cambridge is open for carry out. They also are selling their pizza kits so you can make them at home. 410-745-3081 St. Michaels or 443-205-4350 Cambridge

Carpenter St: In St. Michaels (410) 745-5111

Chesapeake Landing: St. Michaels (410) 745-9600

Coffee Trappe: 410-476-6164

Inn at Perry Cabin: St. Michaels. Curbside Dinner Menu complete with Wine and Spirits. (410) 829-3203 daily between 11:00am – 4:00 pm for pickup between 5:00 – 6:00 pm.

Momma Maria’s in Trappe: 410-476-6266

 

OTHERS

Check with Door Dash to see if they deliver from your favorite restaurant. Their info is constantly changing. They will either eave the food at your door or hand it to you. https://www.doordash.com/food-delivery/easton-dc-restaurants/

Blue Heron Catering, provides catering and personal chef services. (410) 822-8204

 

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Filed Under: Archives Tagged With: coronavirus, Covid-19, Food, The Talbot Spy

Covid-19 & Small Acts of Kindness: Kendra Sanders

March 23, 2020 by Val Cavalheri

In these trying times, we hope to give you a glimpse of some ordinary people doing extraordinary things. There are many. Here is just one story.

This post caught our attention:

Easton restaurant owners, in light of the changes offered by Gov. Hogan, if anyone needs help navigating Facebook to get your page set up to promote carry out, delivery, post menus, post job openings for delivery drivers, etc., please message me. I can help. #wereallinthistogether #keepthelightson

With so many restaurant businesses in our area being impacted, this seemed to be a significant offer. After speaking to Kendra Sanders, the author of the post, the Spy agreed she would be perfect for our Small Act of Kindness series.

At first glance, you may wonder why the social media director for Curves NA & Oceania, Inc., one of the largest fitness center chain, wanted to help restaurant owners in Easton. That is until you learn that all of this global responsibility is handled right here from her desk. But her offer to give free advice is personal: “Both of my sons are in the food service industry in Easton,” she told us, “and my oldest son and their father were in food service, as well. I’m very sensitive to these folks with variable income and how quickly it could be devastated. When you shut down an entire industry that has so many storefronts across the entire state–which is quickly becoming across the country–how many people are being affected by that?”

Looking at the dynamics of the crisis, Sanders assessed that regular customers weren’t able to be normal and just get in the car for lunch or a night out at their local restaurant. She went further: What about those fine dining places? “Those places are the ones who will suffer the worse because they’re not in the stream of consciousness, like the places that normally and regularly offer curbside service,” she said.

As a media guru, Sanders knows that it’s going to take some creativity on the part of the business owners to ‘keep the lights on.’ “Everybody is looking for information right now, and Facebook, let’s be really honest, is where everybody is going. And I thought, ‘that’s where I can make a big difference because I have some experience with that.’ It doesn’t need to be hard, but It does need to be done quickly, and that’s something that I can do and do pretty readily, and I have access to a lot of tools.”

The tools Sanders speaks of are ones she’s developed and uses for work; ones she could quickly adapt to another industry. She asked her boss for permission and was given the go-ahead.

Ask what the most critical guidance she can give, and Sanders will tell you it’s all about communication. “The first thing I recommend,” she says, “is for restaurants to create a comprehensive single pinned post on Facebook with their ‘temporary services information.’ This includes delivery area, hours, menu, link to their website, and how to get in touch with them. They need to update their cover image to very boldly say ‘Currently Offering Curbside’ or ‘Currently Offering Delivery. People shouldn’t have to wonder when they hit that page: ‘are they delivering?’ The worst thing in the world is when people have to scroll to find it. It’s got to be in that cover image, and it has to be in that post.”

Sanders, an almost native of the Eastern Shore (she was born here, moved away and is now back), has a lot more practical advice for the industry. “If I know something that can help you, I’m more than willing to share. I don’t know everything about everything, but I know a little something about a lot of things.”

Sanders can be reached at [email protected]. If you know someone who is making a difference, let us know.

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Filed Under: 9 Brevities Tagged With: coronavirus, Covid-19, Food, The Talbot Spy

St. Michaels Community Center Offers Delivery Support to Bay Hundred Food Pantries

March 20, 2020 by Spy Desk

The St. Michaels Community Center is available to make deliveries for all local pantries in the Bay Hundred area on Tuesdays and Thursdays during the COVID-19 outbreak. SMCC will pick up food from local pantries in its blue after-school bus and deliver to people in areas west and south of St. Michaels.

SMCC is collecting a list of individuals in need of grocery deliveries, with addresses from St. Michaels to Tilghman Island. Times and locations will be announced on SMCC’s website, with those needing deliveries asked to call 410-745-6073 or email [email protected].

SMCC is also providing take-out meals and grocery pick-up to those in need from 5 to 7 p.m. Mondays, 3 to 5 p.m. Wednesdays, and 11 to 3 p.m. Fridays at its 103 Railroad Ave. location in St. Michaels.

Individuals wanting to help can donate to SMCC at paypal.me/smccmd, or drop off non-perishables at the St. Michaels Community Center, the St. Michaels Police Dept., YMCA of the Chesapeake locations, local firehouses, and area churches.

The extension of SMCC’s outreach is coordinated in part with Talbot County’s Emergency Services, Health Department, law enforcement, public schools, area churches, and other non-profit community service providers. More information and updates from SMCC are at stmichaelscc.org.

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Filed Under: 9 Brevities Tagged With: Covid-19, Food, meals, st. michaels community center

“Good Karma” Begins to Spread Across the Mid-Eastern Shore

March 19, 2020 by Spy Desk

While increasing concerns surrounding the COVID-19 virus spreads across Maryland, the country, and the world, the closing of schools, restaurants, bars, gyms, and theatres is hitting Marylanders hard. But, something special is happening on the Eastern Shore. Restaurant owner, Rohit Shinde, of Bombay Tadka, is responding by helping those in our community who are in desperate need, living paycheck to paycheck, or finding themselves without a job during this crisis.

Shinde operates Bombay Tadka Indian restaurant at locations in Cambridge and, more recently, Easton. He immigrated to the US from Mumbai (formerly Bombay), India four years ago. He opened Bombay Tadka by himself at 1721 Race Street in Cambridge, making quite an impression on the locals by offering delectable Indian cuisine in a market that lacks international food. Regular patrons turned good friends, Scott and Tammy Saunders, helped Shinde open his Easton location at 508 Idlewild Avenue at the end of 2019 where Bombay Tadka became an instant sensation. He now has friends that help him run the two restaurants.

Like other restaurants, they are unable to provide sit down service to customers during the Coronavirus pandemic, so they are offering curbside, carryout, and delivery service. According to Shinde, “I come from a small family, and I know that times are difficult. I want to help make things better for people again by helping to ease their suffering.” He added, “Good Karma is about intention. If your intention is good, and your actions are good, then good will be returned to you in this life or the next.” That’s why both Bombay Tadka locations are offering “Good Karma Specials” to those in need. Beginning immediately until further notice, for every TWO entrees customers purchase from Bombay Tadka, Shinde will set aside one “Good Karma Special” to give to neighbors in need, FREE OF CHARGE. If, when customers order, they would like to donate additional “Good Karma Specials” for a neighbor, you may add $10 to your order to “pay it forward,” and they will add it to the specials available to give away.

Shinde adds, “If you know anyone who is need, please direct them to us. They may call as a regular carryout customer, and all they need to do is give their name and ask for today’s ‘Good Karma Special,’ and then pick it up like any other carryout order at our restaurants.”

“My wife and I are thrilled to support Rohit, and hope more of our friends and neighbors will join us by donating ‘Good Karma Specials’ to help Rohit feed people who may otherwise go without a meal during this time,” said Scott Saunders.

Visit or call Bombay Tadka at 1721 Race Street in Cambridge, 443-515-0853 and at 508 Idlewild Avenue in Easton, 443-746-2135. For more information, visit www.bombaytadkamd.com, or email [email protected].
You don’t have to believe in Karma to make a donation, or to get a much-needed meal for you or your family, but you may find the principle is alive and well, right here in our community. Namaste.

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Filed Under: Archives Tagged With: Food, local news, The Talbot Spy

Food: Local Restaurant Takeout and Delivery Update

March 16, 2020 by Spy Agent 8

We don’t yet know the extent of COVID-19 and how it will affect us here in Talbot County. But, we were curious if local businesses are changing the way they’ve done things.

Whether you’re self-isolating, on quarantine, or too stressed to cook, we surveyed local restaurants about changes to their delivery options.

One of the exceptions, and the reason for this roundup of responses, was prompted by Eat Sprout’s email/posting from this morning: “Beginning immediately Sprout is offering free delivery to your door in Talbot County.” When questioned further, owner Ryan Groll said, “Whatever we can do to help the community. We can deliver anything from our café: bread, meals, soups, wraps, snacks, drinks, etc.” Eat Sprout can be reached by calling: (443) 223-0642.

Another change is being made by The BBQ Joint ((410) 690-3641), which said that although they didn’t deliver, they will be offering curbside pick-up service for at least the next week. A request should be made when the order is placed. Victory Garden Cafe is offering curb side pick up and free delivery to Easton. They will also deliver to Oxford with a $50.00 food order: 410.690.7356.

Coffee Trappe 410-476-6164 and Momma Maria’s in Trappe. 410-476-6266 will take your phone order with curbside pick up.

The Bagery 410-690-4188 or online offers curbside pickup.

The Galley in St. Michaels offers free delivery in St. Michaels and within a five-mile surrounding area. Latitude 38 will deliver in Oxford for a $5.00 fee.

Other services, such as Blue Heron Catering, provides catering and personal chef services. Beat the Rush Delivery offers to deliver food from groceries, farmers’ markets, or local eateries. They have special fees for seniors or those on subsidized income.

Potbelly is offering free delivery through March 29th via its app, Potbelly.com, GrubHub, and DoorDash. (Plus all orders are securely packaged with tamper-evident stickers).

Many restaurants, such as Headwaters Seafood and Grille, and Snifters, use DoorDash for their deliveries. Delivery fees vary.

In neighbors helping neighbors, 4 Sisters Food Truck have announced that they are offering a free platter to anyone in need in our community. They are located at 600 Dover Road in Easton They will also deliver free to the immediate Easton area and charges $5.00 for delivery to Trapp, Preston, St. Michaels, and Oxford.

Also, Bombay Tadka (443-515-0853), both in Easton and Cambridge, are offering free delivery to the immediate area and instituting a “Good Karma Special.” For every two entrees purchased they will will give one to a neighbors in need. Additional “Good Karma Specials”  may be added to your order for $10.00.

The Amish Market in Easton will be open this week (March 19-21, 2020), however the dining area will not be open.

This list will, more than likely change, as the days and weeks pass, and new restrictions are either imposed or lifted. One thing is probably certain in this time of uncertainty, businesses will need to redefine ‘business as usual.’

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