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Cafe Gratitude Demonstrates Generosity With Free 'I am Grateful' Dish

— May 18, 2011 — Eco
Cafe Gratitude has a unique take on what to charge for one specific dish on its menu. The 'I am Grateful' dish stems from the cafe's determination to run a socially responsible business; the idea is that customer's can pay whatever they can afford for the meal.

Although the suggested asking price for the meal is $7, Cafe Gratitude will not turn away anyone with less means. The cafe, located in San Francisco, serves a menu that is comprised entirely of vegan and organic treats. What is really noteworthy about the pricing structure is that normally people living on a tight budget would not be able to also eat healthy and high-quality foods. Cafe Gratitude has a model of generosity that may make other restaurants take notice.
Trend Themes
1. Socially Responsible Pricing - Restaurants can explore socially responsible pricing models like Cafe Gratitude's 'I am Grateful' dish to attract both budget-conscious and socially conscious consumers.
2. Inclusive Access to Healthy Food - There is an opportunity for restaurants to provide access to healthy and high-quality foods regardless of customers' financial means, as demonstrated by Cafe Gratitude's pricing structure.
3. Generosity as a Competitive Advantage - Restaurants can differentiate themselves by adopting a model of generosity, like Cafe Gratitude, to attract customers who value businesses that prioritize social responsibility.
Industry Implications
1. Restaurant Industry - Restaurants can disrupt the traditional pricing models and differentiate themselves by implementing socially responsible pricing strategies similar to Cafe Gratitude.
2. Healthy Food Industry - The healthy food industry can innovate by finding ways to provide affordable and accessible options to customers with limited financial means, inspired by Cafe Gratitude's inclusive approach.
3. Socially Responsible Business Industry - Businesses in various sectors can identify disruptive opportunities by embracing and promoting generosity as a competitive advantage, as exemplified by Cafe Gratitude's business model.
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