Interview with Juan Luis Gonzalez, Executive Chef of Mago Grill & Cantina

In this episode of Inspira, meet Juan Serrato, President of Carolina Food Service, as he shares his journey of bridging cultures, industries and communities. Raised between the U.S. and Mexico, Juan brings cultural insight and business leadership to everything he does. His cross-industry path—from animal feed to restaurants to foodservice distribution—led him to helm Carolina Food Service in 2016, where he proudly supports Latino restaurants with tailored, culturally informed solutions. A former mayor of Degollado, Jalisco, Juan is also a dedicated…

Join Gilberto Villaseñor II, Chief Visionary Officer of V&V Supremo Foods, Inc., and Juan Zaragoza of Birrieria Zaragoza for a deliciously engaging 6-part series as they delve into the heart of Mexican cuisine. Discover Juan’s dedication to culinary distinction, their deep dive into the traditional art of making birrieria, and uncover why V&V Supremo’s Chihuahua® cheese is the key to the unmatched flavor of Birrieria Zaragoza’s famous Quesabirrias. Experience their everyday prep rituals and celebrate their shared passion for exceptional…

Gilberto Villaseñor II, Chief Visionary Officer of V&V Supremo, talks to Alex Cabrera, owner of Lalo’s restaurant located on Maxwell Street, about the risks involved in opening a business. Cabrera also mentions how neighborhoods in the Chicago area have diversified and transformed over the years. Also, he notes the importance of having consistent, quality products.