Chef Roc – The Chef Roc Show / Nonprofit Executive
Hi, I’m Steve Cassarino, aka Chef Roc. I grew up in Connecticut and moved to San Diego in 1979 after graduating from Johnson & Wales University School of Culinary Arts. My love for food…
Eyga – San Diego Swim Week
After immigrating to the United States from Sudan at the age of 12, I began my journey in modeling and beauty pageants. Winning the title of Miss South Sudan in 2017 was a significant…
Garo Minassian – Parc Bistro
San Diego has felt like home since I arrived in 1984. After years of building restaurants, I found myself drawn to Bankers Hill’s vibrant spirit in 2016. Opening Parc Bistro wasn’t just about creating…
Katia Callahan – Eastlake Food 2 Go
I grew up in Mexico City. I graduated college and moved to the USA, lived in San Francisco first, and then moved to San Diego. I am passionate about my community and love helping…
Christina Ng
I’ve always loved food. From my first memories of tasting sushi at 3 years old, to studying Food Science at UC Davis, to sustaining a 15+ year career in the hospitality industry, I’ve known…
Nancy Gulizia
Sugar Mamma Caramels all began as a gift of love. Since 2009, our founder and confectioner, Nancy Gulizia, has been gifting family and friends with her signature Sea Salt Caramels every Christmas. Encouraged by…
Robyn Spencer
It’s always hard to talk about yourself. I am so fascinated by others and their stories. I am a widowed Mom of a 15-year-old son. We moved down to San Diego from LA in…
Kurt Castle
I am a single disabled father of two teenagers who owns an all-natural probiotic spray company. My product is safe for all and has multiple uses, I am from El Cajon and have been…


