Larry discovered his love for the kitchen at a young age, starting by helping his mom bake cookies. His passion for cooking grew even more during time spent at a friend’s house, where his friend’s Filipino grandmother introduced him to new culinary experiences and techniques.

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Originally following in his family’s footsteps by pursuing a career in healthcare, Larry attended the University of Wisconsin–Oshkosh and began working for Sodexo in the food service department. That experience inspired him to shift his path—he changed his major from Biology to include Business. After graduation, he continued with Sodexo in higher education while attending Marquette University. After eight years, Larry took on a new opportunity with SSA Group, a company providing food, retail, and catering services for the Milwaukee County Zoo, where he remained for nearly seven years before joining Compass Group/Chartwells at Pewaukee School District.

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Outside of work, Larry enjoys spending time in the kitchen cooking and baking for friends and family. He has also started a small sourdough business—his starter is now four years old! In his free time, he loves playing volleyball with friends, attending concerts, and traveling across the U.S.