Love for Food

In this episode of Driven: Unscripted Success, Chef Ricardo Lory joins hosts Mike Mannino Sr. and Nareman Hamdan to share his incredible evolution from humble beginnings in Naples, Florida to becoming the culinary mind behind Chef Global and Creative Catering Naples. Ricardo opens up about the pivotal experiences that shaped his culinary perspective—from working at Walt Disney World and living with international roommates, to solo food tours in Puerto Rico, Costa Rica, and Europe.

Discover how Ricardo’s love for food transformed into a food truck empire built during the pandemic, and how one viral chicken sandwich sparked a community movement. He walks us through the highs and challenges of building a brand from scratch, buying a catering business, and now catering large-scale events with purpose and pride.

Listeners will walk away inspired by Ricardo’s authenticity, hustle, and unwavering gratitude to the people who supported him. This episode is a masterclass in starting where you are, adapting boldly, and serving your community through passion.

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