October Kitchen - B2B - November 2018

THE NOURISH LETTER www.OctoberKitchen.com | 860-533-0588 | 309 Green Rd., Manchester, CT 06042 This is our way of saying that you are important to us and we truly value your business. Please feel free to pass this newsletter on to your friends and neighbors. ENJOY! How Companies Participate in the Season of Giving A s a local small business, October Kitchen regularly receives requests for donations to local fundraisers, charity GIVE BACK

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to recognize businesses that give back. If you think giving back doesn’t make sense for your bottom line, keep in mind a survey from Cone Communications found that 85 percent of consumers will switch to a new brand or company that supports causes they believe in. Plus, companies that engage in community service and volunteer programs tend to see higher employee retention rates. It literally pays to do the right thing. I know it can be daunting to find appropriate ways for your business to give back, but remember that worthwhile community service doesn’t have to be big or splashy. A lot of companies donate a small percentage of their profits to a local charity or cause during the month of December, but if this doesn’t work for you, why not lead your employees in volunteering at a local charity instead? Other volunteer avenues include organizing a coat drive, reaching out to customers to collect toy donations for foster kids during the holidays, sponsoring a youth sports team, donating a gift certificate to a charity auction or offering company services at a discounted price to a local nonprofit. Companies can give back in little ways, but these little donations really do add up. As a small-business owner, I encourage other small businesses to find ways they can give back, too. When we step up, we have the power to do so much good in our communities.

events and sponsorships. October Kitchen exists to provide healthy food and promise good living and longevity. This mission doesn’t end in the kitchen. No matter what time of year it is, when someone asks for help for a good cause, we are always happy to say yes. Back in September, we donated a turkey dinner to the Manchester High School Football Booster Club. A week later, we were making recovery

muffins for a local church’s 5K race. We’ve had the privilege of working with Boy Scout troops, theater clubs, charities that serve the blind and other amazing organizations in our community. When someone asks us to help with a good cause, we’re thrilled for the opportunity to give back. And giving back doesn’t always mean making a big donation. October Kitchen often gives back in smaller, more personal ways, from throwing in some extra muffins for someone who needs a pick-me-up to offering a client going through cancer treatment 50 percent off their orders. It feels good to help out, but beyond the personal joy that comes with doing good, I consider giving back to be part of a company’s corporate responsibility. Giving back is the best way for small businesses to genuinely say thank you to the community that supports them. It’s worth noting that communities tend

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Jimmy Gilleece Proves Heroes Exist THE THIEF AND THE WEDDING RING

like the ring was lost to the sea, but Gilleece again went the extra mile and hired divers to search the ocean floor. By some miracle, they found the wallet with the ring still safely inside. This wasn’t the end of Gilleece’s good deeds. Young Prather, the thief, was homeless and hadn’t eaten in two days. Estranged from his mom and living in the forest alone, Prather stole the wallet so he could buy food. “I could tell he wasn’t a criminal,” Gilleece said. “He was just somebody who needed a little help.” And Gilleece offered that help. Today, Prather lives at Gilleece’s house with Gilleece’s fiancée and kids. He’s working two jobs, including helping out around the bar, and says his future looks bright for the first time in years. “I couldn’t have been luckier,” Prather said. “Most other people would have just [given] the footage to police and he chose to help me. He’s made me part of his family.”

Jimmy Gilleece owns a bar called Jimmy’s at Red Dogs in North

Carolina. Like any good business owner,

Gilleece cares about his customers, but earlier this year, Gilleece showed just how big his heart is when he went above and beyond for a woman who lost her wallet and for the thief who stole it. In March 2018, Gilleece was contacted by a woman who had lost her wallet at his bar. She was frantic because her wedding ring, valued at $10,000, had been inside the wallet. Rather than shrug it off, Gilleece combed through security-camera footage. After three hours of searching the footage, he spotted the wallet on a bench outside the bar just as a suspicious young man approached. With a little detective work, Gilleece discovered the thief was 17-year-old Rivers Prather. The boy admitted to taking the cash and dropping the wallet into an ocean channel. It looked

This just shows how much good a little compassion can bring.

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WHY NOT WINTER SQUASH? The Perfect Addition to Your Menu

Some of the thick-skinned squashes, like hubbard, can last up to six months in the refrigerator. Meanwhile, the thin skins of delicata and acorn squash are even edible, so they don’t need to be peeled. Winter squash is the real Swiss army knife of vegetables. Winter squashes can be cubed, sliced, roasted, boiled, grilled, mashed, stuffed, spiralized or made into soup. There’s no end to the healthy recipes that call for winter squash. Serve them alongside roasted chicken, swap out the tortilla for butternut squash in an enchilada, or stuff some apples in an acorn squash for a spicy, buttery treat. However you prepare them, you’re sure to “fall” in love with this seasonal staple! Looking to work with a nutritionist who can help you take advantage of the healthiest foods all year long? Call Jen or Evelyn at Sea Slim Nutrition and Weight Loss at 860-918-9176. Don’t

TESTIMONIALS At October Kitchen, our mission is to provide delicious, nourishing meals. In doing so, we hope to help our clients lead healthy and independent lives. Nothing fills our hearts more than knowing we’ve succeeded in our goal when we hear such kind words from our clients. “My boyfriend and I work long hours and by the time we get home, we do not feel like cooking. October Kitchen saved me! I enjoy being able to take out of the freezer homemade, healthy food and pop it in the oven (or microwave). So much better than Dream Dinners, where you spend hours there preparing your food and then when it’s time to eat it, you still have to prep it and cook it. Paul at October Kitchen already does everything for you and you just need to heat it up and eat. They use less salt and seasonings, so it’s good for everyone — ‘You can always add it, but you can’t take it out.’ Seeing as we have no health issues, we always ‘add it’ and that’s okay! Love, LOVE October Kitchen!” –Carol L. Vitamins and Minerals Winter squashes are high in vitamins and minerals like beta-carotene, vitamins A and C, folate, potassium, magnesium and calcium. This means that a serving of butternut squash at Thanksgiving dinner is not only delicious, but it’s also good for your skin, heart, bones and immune system. Move over potatoes — winter squash is back in season! Available everywhere from farm stands to the local supermarket, now is the time to take advantage of the goodness that is winter squash. With more than a dozen different squash varieties available, these versatile fall vegetables can help you easily change up your meals while providing a lot of nutrients and other health benefits. Gut Heath Whether you prefer pumpkin, butternut, acorn, delicata or kabocha, winter squash is great for your gut because it’s high in fiber, averaging 6 grams per cup. Low Carbs Compared to potatoes, winter squash is also lower in carbohydrates. Plus, the pectin in these nutrient powerhouses is anti-inflammatory, has antioxidant properties and supports healthy blood sugar levels.

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“Love this place! Wide variety of meals to choose from each week. Everything I’ve ordered has always been extremely tasty. All healthy options. I don’t have to worry about cooking when I get home from work or resort to takeout. I know I’m paying for the convenience, but it’s absolutely worth it. Excellent customer service too. Really nice and attentive people.”

–Monica A.

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How to Give Thanks Year-Round

Taking the time to acknowledge who and what you’re grateful for is a Thanksgiving tradition far more important than turkey or football. It’s the cornerstone of the holiday and the reason we feast together in the first place. But when you really think about it, should expressing our gratitude and appreciation for others be limited to one day every year? Of course not! Why Gratitude Matters As we get older, it’s easy to succumb to negativity and pessimism — “Kids these days,” “The world isn’t what it used to be,” etc. The crabby grandparent and angry old neighbor are archetypal depictions of later life. But these fictions don’t AN ATTITUDE OF GRATITUDE Should Last Beyond Thanksgiving

minutes to write down the acts, people and moments that you’re grateful for. Some will be big, others small — but all will have an impact on your mood and bring a smile to your face. Before you know it, you’ll have an entire book full of good memories and warm feelings. While keeping a journal is great, there are other ways to go about cultivating and expressing gratitude. The easiest one is simply to say “Thanks” whenever you can. It may seem insignificant, but you’d be surprised what a difference it makes. When you approach the world with the perspective that every day is Thanksgiving, it’s only natural to be grateful. We all have moments when we want to curse the world — especially as we get older — and those experiences are perfectly normal. Just as frequently, though, we have moments that are worth celebrating, often with people who are worth appreciating. Which will you think about more?

have to be your reality. Recognizing and acknowledging gratitude will help you take stock of the positive aspects of your life and dwell less on unhappy thoughts. Being grateful has also been linked to significant health benefits. According to gratitude expert and author Dr. Robert A. Emmons, “Preliminary findings suggest that those who regularly practice grateful thinking do reap emotional, physical and interpersonal benefits. Adults who keep gratitude journals on a regular basis exercise more regularly, report fewer illness symptoms, feel better about their lives as a whole and are more optimistic about the future.” How to Practice Gratitude In the above quotation from Dr. Emmons, he mentions the practice of keeping a gratitude journal. This activity is a great way to start seeing the world with a more positive, appreciative eye. As often as you can, take a few

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