Fine Food for Fine People
Our Story
Three decades of bringing elegance to the midday meal.
Est. 1994
Where It All Began
In 1994, in a small kitchen in Maryland, The Lunchbox Lady was born from a simple observation: the working lunch had become an afterthought. Rushed sandwiches eaten at desks, forgettable meals grabbed between meetings—the midday meal had lost its soul.
Our founder believed differently. Inspired by the grand tradition of European luncheon culture, she set out to prove that a lunch could be both practical and extraordinary. That busy professionals deserved more than mere sustenance—they deserved a moment of genuine culinary pleasure in the middle of their day.
What started as a single delivery route has grown into something much larger, but the heart remains the same: every box that leaves our kitchen is prepared with the same care and attention as that very first delivery thirty years ago.
“A luncheon, properly served, is a masterpiece of quiet efficiency.”
— Our Founding Principle
The Hands Behind the Craft
Meet Our Chef
Craig Falk
Chef Craig Falk brings passion and precision to every dish that leaves our kitchen. With a dedication to quality ingredients and time-honored techniques, he ensures that each meal reflects the heritage and excellence The Lunchbox Lady is known for.
Under his leadership, our team continues to elevate the midday meal—transforming fresh, thoughtfully sourced ingredients into the elegant luncheons our customers have come to trust and enjoy.
Our Purpose
The Mission
To transform the midday meal from a forgotten necessity into a moment of daily excellence— nourishing body and spirit through thoughtfully prepared, beautifully presented food that honors both tradition and the demands of modern life.
What Guides Us
Our Core Values
Craft Over Convenience
We never take shortcuts. Every ingredient is selected with intention, every dish assembled with care. Quality is not negotiable—it's foundational.
People First
Behind every order is a person who deserves to feel valued. We treat our customers, our team, and our suppliers as partners in a shared mission.
Everyday Elegance
Elegance isn't reserved for special occasions. We believe that a Tuesday lunch can—and should—be as thoughtfully considered as a Saturday dinner.
Continuous Excellence
Thirty years in, we're still learning, still improving. Yesterday's best is today's baseline. We pursue excellence as a practice, not a destination.
Our Journey
Three Decades of Growth
The Beginning
First delivery made from a home kitchen in Maryland. The mission: bring elegance to the working lunch.
First Commercial Kitchen
Growing demand led to our first dedicated kitchen space, allowing us to serve more customers without compromising quality.
Corporate Catering Launch
Expanded to serve corporate clients, bringing the lunchbox experience to boardrooms and team meetings across the region.
30 Years Strong
Three decades later, we continue to innovate while honoring the traditions that made us who we are. The mission endures.
Become Part of Our Story
Experience the care and craft that thirty years of dedication can bring to your table.