Ever wonder what happens when a former police detective turns his passion for planning into one of Central Florida’s most sought-after catering companies?

🎥 Filmed at Foxtail Coffee on Plant Street in downtown Winter Garden — huge thanks to this local favorite for being the coziest spot to connect.

Andy Raphael, founder of Big Boards Catering, joins us to talk about how a knack for community events turned into a full-blown local favorite. He’s built a 25+ person team that caters to everything from private dinners to events with over 1,000 guests and never skimps on flavor, service, or a backup plan.

We talked about:
👮‍♂️ How 30 years in law enforcement shaped the way Andy runs his catering business
🔥 What really goes into planning a flawless event — even when the oven breaks
💡 How Big Boards adapts catering styles for any vibe
🎯 The importance of contingency plans, radical responsibility, and solving problems before they hit the guest experience

Whether you're dreaming up a dinner party or wondering how catering at this level really works behind the scenes, this one's for you!

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🌐 A special THANK YOU to Ken Taibbi, who is filming AND producing all of the @WGCollab episodes! Go check him out at www.fullyequippedproductions.com

🌐 Learn more about Big Boards Catering: https://bigboardscharcuterie.squarespace.com/
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📘 Find them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BigBoardsCharcuterie

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