Bite the beaches

Let’s start with my story, and how I got started and how the journey has been so far.
Several years ago, I was a manager for First National Bank mortgage division, but had a background in restaurants and catering with a small breakfast/lunch restaurant in Phoenix AZ. As we all know the mortgage business crashed in 2008 and I was faced with the bank closing and losing my job. I struggled along for the following year and did whatever I could to make ends meet. I was cleaning houses and working for a catering company as a waiter.

Watching the catering company and thinking of the things I had done in the past made me know I could offer the public a better way of presentation and quality. All fresh and handmade, nothing frozen or pre-packaged as some companies do. I set out with small events and dinner parties and my following grew, Moments in time Catering was born. From there I saved enough to open the 2nd of 3 restaurants. Moments In Time Catering and Gourmet and Moments In Time Bistro which I sold a in 2016

So there I was, sold the restaurant and couldn’t really find the next location when it came to me to embark on an Idea I had for a long time, a food truck. I did some research and found what local people seem to like and Tacosaurus was born. We successfully operated Tacosaurus ( A Mexican – seafood fusion) I launch Tacosaurus in the begin of 2017 and in 2022 a company in Hawaii contacted me and just had to have my truck.

I learn early on in life when someone wants to buy your business that’s when you sell, There always comes a day when you wish you had taken advantage of the moment.

Now I am back in the Mortgage business but have kept my catering company going with a limited number of long time clients. Now that’s not to say you wont hear about a full reopening in the near future .
Nothing is ever easy in business. I have faced so many challenges over the years, too many to really count. I would say the most important thing to remember is always believe in yourself and never give up. The person that never tries will never be the person that wins

Moments in time was recognized by channel 10 news as being voted in the top 4 caterers in South Florida and I was also featured on the TV show bites with belky.

I’m very proud of these accomplishments and look forward to much more as we try to design new restaurant concepts.

So, That’s a little bit about me and my background. Next question, Why do I want to write about our local food culture? Pretty simple, I love food and great dining experience. I have several favorites that I frequent often.

I’m hoping to share my experiences with anyone that is interested in reading about my thoughts.

I am honestly hoping to help people become more excited about going out to eat, and want to try and raise the bar a bit in Fort Lauderdale.

I we have some very wonderful establishments ( bars and Restaurants) and sadly a lot that are just getting by because, either people don’t care or just don’t know the difference between ok and great. This not only is in food quality but service and atmosphere.

Ok everyone, so this will be what ill be doing moving forward, I’m not out to bash anyone’s business but I also am not apologetic for giving an honest review. My food background is strong , and sharing my thoughts I feel will add some value to our city