Everything is upside down. The small businesses were hit by the frequently changing regulations by local, state, and federal authorities. They had a huge effect, especially in the foodservice.
With 35 years of experience as a chef, depending on the navigation of the restaurant owner in this uncertain time, with the decreased income to the quarter of the normal, I decided to take my financial life in my hand and go for my 10-15-years old dream to become my own boss.
During my military service, I lived in the Philippines for ten years and learned their cooking. Later on, I worked for an Italian restaurant owner and learned authentic Italian cuisine, and it became my specialty.
I feel like this unique situation in the world just kicked me over the fence. It gave me the firm decision to finally start my own business.