Three local legends in the Tampa food scene have more in common than what meets the eye. Apart from orchestrating excellence in the culinary world, the real day to day assignment starts with home life. These three Fathers truly appreciate and know what it means to be a great dad. Gaining insight into each of their father hood experiences, they share whats special within their family life.
Executive Chef Chad Johnson
Berns Steak House
“Sundays during football season have become a thing for my girls. We’ll make a big spread of nachos, tacos – all the usuals. They will ask me for ‘football food’, which means nachos to them. It’s a budding tradition of ours.”
Chef Emeritus Hab Hamde
Next Level Brands
“My perfect way to spend Father’s Day revolves around having a BBQ. The day would start with me firing up the grill early in the morning, preparing marinated steaks, seasoned chicken, and fresh vegetables to be grilled. As the enticing aroma of smoky steaks fills the air, my family and I would spend quality time together, engaging in activities like playing card games or sharing stories. The best part of this day is that I never have to do the dishes.”
Executive Chef Fernando Sanchez
Boulon Brasserie + Bakery
“Now that I myself am a father, my perfect way to spend Father’s Day is having a BBQ by the pool and watching my son having fun just being a child.”
—By Evan Parag
