Today, we discuss Claire's passion for sustainability, which happens to be a primary value at Hunky Dory. It’s the driving factor behind everything they do at the restaurant. As Claire explains, you don't need to be a scientist to create sustainable, effective processes. Inviting people to Hunky Dory's brand of activism in a non-preachy way is what she and her staff strive to do. We also take on the high and low points of adulting, creating a sense of inspiration by way of her food and drinks, and focusing on the human experience within the hospitality industry.

We recorded this conversation a few weeks before New York City would become a pandemic hotspot and effectively shut down, including Claire's restaurant. So far, Hunky Dory has pivoted and is hanging on. So, if you're near Crown Heights in Brooklyn, please grab some grub to-go. For you far-flung folks who dig Claire's low-waste hospitality initiatives, find the link below for Claire's GoFundMe campaign.

Selected link love + resources from the episode

Connect with Claire: Website | Instagram | Hunky Dory on Instagram | Outlook Good on Instagram
Hunky Dory (restaurant)
Help Our Hunkys (COVID-19 Go Fund Me to help the team)
How Bad Are Bananas? by Mike Berners-Lee (book)
The Organic Manifesto by Maria Rodale (book)
LvcS convo with Sharon Rowe, Founder of Eco-Bags
Kickass Theme Music: “Things Are Getting Better” Written by Rishi Dhir. Performed by The High Dials.
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