Chuao Chocolatier
Venezuelan heritage, culinary imagination, and chocolate made to create joy Meet the Founders Chuao Chocolatier was founded in 2002 by Venezuelan brothers Chef Michael Antonorsi and Richard Antonorsi. Chef Michael trained in culinary arts in France before bringing his technical knowledge, Venezuelan heritage, and imaginative approach to Southern California. The brothers named the company after…
Crispy Cones Carlsbad
Warm pastry cones, creamy soft serve, and a European-inspired dessert experience Meet the Local Owner The Carlsbad Village location of Crispy Cones was brought to the community by former NFL wide receiver Tyrell Williams. After seven years in professional football, Williams began a new entrepreneurial chapter by developing the Carlsbad franchise. The project required approximately…
Stella Jean’s Ice Cream
Inventive flavors shaped by friendship, travel, and culinary curiosity “A scoop can tell a story when its flavor carries a memory of home.” Meet the People Behind the Restaurant Husband-and-husband founders Gan Suebsarakham and Steven Torres created Pop Pie Co. in 2016 and launched Stella Jean’s in 2018. Gan, a Thai-born chef with culinary training…
Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream
An American ice-cream tradition, made fresh one batch at a time “The simplest treats often carry the longest memories.” Meet the People Behind the Restaurant Alice Handel began making ice cream in Youngstown, Ohio, in 1945, using fruit from her own garden. Her small neighborhood stand became the foundation of a national brand built around…