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Deep South Dining: Refill Cafe

The Refill Cafe is taking a holistic approach to workforce training in the heart of Jackson, MS. Today on Deep South Dining Malcolm and Carol talk with Emily Stanfield, CEO of the Refill Jackson Initiative, and Sharna Shields, manager of the Refill Cafe. Modeled closely after Cafe Reconcile in New Orleans the Refill Cafe is looking to transform at-risk young people through classes and restaurant training.


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