Eric started out as a kid with a experimental imagination in his mothers kitchen at the age of about 8. His uncle being a longtime national award winning (ICA CATIE) caterer/founder of Beyond Events in San Francisco created a little spark in Eric's mind. His cousin, Kenneth Buff a young chef/business partner made his way through Le Cordon Bleu in Pasadena, California while Eric was still in high school. It was then he realized what he wanted to d

Kenneth "Arlen" Buff started his journey at a young age in his grandmother's kitchen. Arlen learned techniques and the love that was daily put into a family meal. When asked when did you realize you wanted to be a chef? Chef Arlen recalls a story when he was 13 or so and his mother used to make what in the south is called "fried potatoes". Arlen replied "I just remember that they were so greasy." He approached his mother and said "why don't you b

Jason always knew he wanted to be an entrepreneur. He grew up in a lifestyle that left him searching for ways to financially support himself and his siblings. With creativity and drive to put his talents to work, he began a mowing service which serviced the trailer park where he lived in, eventually leading to a nearby trailer park. He was only Twelve years old at the time and had created a successful business that benefited more than just himsel

Derrick holds a blue collar work ethic he has been in the aircraft industry for over nine years. But his true passion has been in the bar industry. Derrick has an extensive knowledge of beer and wine. When asked Derrick what he loves most about the bar industry he replied "I love working with people and the overall atmosphere that comes with being in a pub"