I was born in Albania , moved to the USA when I was 19 years old. Been working in restaurant business since. I managed Cafe Angelique for about 15 years. About three years ago I came up with the idea of hosting community car shows where cops and the community come together for better understanding. Thats when Cars Cops Coffee was born.
Q: Please tell us a little bit about your family.
I’m the youngest among my two siblings and my parents still live in Albania.
Q: Please tell us about your current career. What do you love most about what you do?
I am currently the General Manager at BAM At Mahwah. To bring joy and happiness to the community with food and coffee is what makes me happy!
Q: What are a couple of your favorite restaurants in our community?
Sangria
Q: How long have you lived or worked in our community?
2 months, I’m new and the community has been so welcoming and has really been showing us so much support!
Q: If you could travel anywhere in the world right now, where would it be and why?
Paris, love the architecture.
Q: What is one of your favorite movies? TV shows?
Guardians of the Galaxy
Q: What advice would you give to people?
Be kind.
Q: What is something on your bucket list?
Own a Ferrari
Q: What is your favorite thing or something unique about our community?
Love that the community is close with each other and supports local businesses!
Q: Where do you see yourself in 5 to 10 years?
Running for president – HAHA!
Q: What is the most beautiful place you have ever been?
Albania
Q: Favorite month? favorite holiday? and best single day on the calendar?
May, New Years, March first
Q: What would you rate a 10 out of 10?
A mother’s love is def a 10 out of 10!
Q: Who inspires you to be better?
My mentor, Emmet Dennis, he just produced a show for Hulu called “Drive“.
