13: Mike Caliendo & Eddie Castillo of AZ Food Crafters

A little about our guests. Mike and Eddie have been together for 17 years and are married. No kids in the house, but some very adorable dogs. They decided to go into business together 4 years ago. Mike had an epiphany, with a help of a friend, at his 50th birthday party. A little about their business. Mike had been in restaurant management for nearly 30 years before he lost his corporate job and had to reinvent himself. Eddie was already on the path of entrepreneurship with something other than food – his passion. Eddie has worked in kitchens all his life. They decided to play to their strengths and created began selling pies at local Farmer’s Markets. They have expanded to include a Bakery Café. One piece of advice (the nutshell version) Citrus in anything changes the whole dish. Reading Material Read business directed Yelp articles and information about social media. Get in Touch with Our Guests Visit the Bakery Café at 971 W. Ray Road, Suite 2, Chandler, [email protected]