About The Outlaw Grill

This blazing truck has been ridin' through the Twin Cities and surrounding communities for three years now, rockin' socks and fillin' bellies...โ€œOutlaw Styleโ€!

This wild crew of fugitives whips up their signature selection of burritos โ€œOUTLAW styleโ€: NO rice or beans, but stuffed with golden, crispy, seasoned Tater Tots instead. There are tasty fillings and toppings for everyone, from sizzling Carne Asada (grilled steak), to Grilled Chicken, BBQ Pulled Pork, and plenty of Vegetarian options too. They've got you completely covered, and you can enjoy any of their Outlaw Burritos as a 'bowl', by choosing one of their Wild Loaded Tots options.

ABOUT BUTCHER SALT

I was destined to live the restaurant life.

Grandpa Hutar owned a KFC. Yes, I know the secret recipe.

My parents Greg and Kathy Hutar owned, Gregโ€™s Place (Eveleth) and Vertinโ€™s cafe (Ely). I started as a shy teenage host at Vertinโ€™s (hard to image me as shy, I know, maybe that was the beginning of the infectious enthusiastic personality I have today). One day my dad told me โ€œIf I wanted to make more money I needed to be a waitress or a cookโ€ I had just spilled coffee on one of the regulars a couple weeks earlier and after some discussion, we decided that I would be a breakfast cook. Auntie Rosie and Auntie Dina, Eloise, and Brenda showed me the ropes, taught me the tricks, and were my teachers daily. I am sincerely grateful for their patience.

Years later, when my parents said that they were selling Vertinโ€™s I thought why donโ€™t they just give it to me, oh the foolishness of youth.

Even with my family getting out of the restaurant life I never strayed from the world they had shown me.
Thereโ€™s something about working as a team feeding the hungry, with a focus on flavor, presentation and a sense of urgency that makes the heart beat a little stronger, your eyes twinkle a bit brighter, and your smile a little wider. How could you not want to live this life?

I am but a mix of everyone I have had the pleasure of standing beside in the various restaurants Iโ€™ve worked.

Rich Petry and Jason Slusser at Featureโ€™s Sports Bar and Grill (West Salem WI) took a chance on me. Iโ€™m not sure who got the most out of the relationship but it paid off for all of us. Under the guidance and instruction of these mentors I went from being a line cook to Kitchen Manager, they stuck by me during my college years, my growing years, and my coming out and for that they will always have my infinite respect.

Jaroslav Kreysa, Greg Hill and Ed Berg all gave the thumbs up to start my Chipotle career rolling. I certainly had no idea that it would turn into a nearly decade long career. I thought it was a perfect way to move to the cities and get great benefits like pet insurance and domestic partnership benefits. Neither of which I ever used, yet those were my main reasons for even applying in the first place. That move started the progression over the years to Assistant Manager | General Manager | Senior Restaurant Manager | Restaurant opening training team | Restaurateur | Restaurateur 2 | Restaurateur 3 | Restaurateur 4 my career at Chipotle was ever changing and so were my restaurant management skills, my ability to train teams, and a desire to build my own destiny. My tenure at Chipotle gave me the experience and confidence to venture out and follow my dream of building and running a food truck and has lead me to Butcher Salt: Inspired Street eats.

The time is now, Butcher Salt has arrived and my dreams are coming true, Life is a bit easier when people believe in you, believe in your dreams, and have the confidence to stand beside you as you leave stability and venture into the unknown and this wouldnโ€™t have been possible without the love and support of my partner in life and business Ms. Shari Brochhausen. She pours the water that makes my cup half full.
It is with the knowledge from so many in my past that I will find success in my futureโ€ฆButcher Salt.

Season the Day

UNABASHEDLY BOLD

We're the kind of people that run with scissors. We object to mediocrity and strive for real interactions with real people.ย ย Weโ€™re unabashedly bold in our pursuits and weโ€™re proud to be PaniniPinups.

HEAVY METAL GRILL STORY

I have had so many people ask me why I decided to build a food truck, how I came up with the name and why 80โ€™s rock? So I decided to answer these questions and more in our story.

In the beginningโ€ฆ

Motley Crews Heavy Metal Grill came to life one day after reading an article about the food truck craze on Entrepreneur.com & It hit me like a bolt of lightning. With over 15 years in the restaurant industry and 15 years of marketing experience, a food truck would be my destiny!

Growing up in the 80โ€™s, was absolutely awesome! I mean Like Totally Awesome! A timeless generation of quirky catch phrases, freaky fashion and music, oh yeah the music! 80โ€™s rock is still alive and as strong as ever, many are still rocking today and local bands like Hairball keep this generation alive! An 80โ€™s rock themed food truck it shall be, now I needed a name.

I knew that I did not want to brand myself as a certain type of food truck and that I wanted the freedom to change my menu with the season or for that matter the mood I was in. This would not be possible with โ€œHot Dog or Philly stamped on the side of my truck. I mean who would think you could get an authentic Philly from a truck with a clown on the side? It was only a matter of time before that train of thought came to a head on collision with my love for music from the 80โ€™s and POOF! Motley Crews Heavy Metal Grill was born!

Now I needed a menu and since I have never been a fan of fine dining and know that local dives like The Nook, Mattโ€™s or even Cosettaโ€™s have the best food in town, I knew this would be a challengeโ€ฆor would it? I made the decision to NOT make a decision and do it my way! You want a good Philly? You got it! Seafood Paella? Done! The last piece of the puzzle was in place. I will make Food That Rocks!

Taking Soul Food to another level

ABOUT MARKET BAR-B-QUE

FOR MORE THAN 70 YEARS, MARKET BAR-B-QUE HAS BEEN SERVING REAL PIT SMOKED RIBS.

Back in the days of vaudeville, Market Bar-B-Que was famous for being the late night spot with great barbeque food. In no time at all, it became the Sardis of Minneapolis, an after hours haven for hungry show folks, sports personalities, and just about anybody who was anybody.

That was all back in the days when the Farmersโ€™ Market, our namesake, was located across the street. Vaudeville is gone, of course, and things have changed a lot over the years. But we still smoke our ribs just like we used to. And we still get all of the important people stopping in to enjoy our food. ย Even you!

Market BBQย Philosophy
Market Bar-B-Que opened in June of 1946 offering a unique barbeque brick pit and informal atmosphere. It gave Minneapolis something new and different, aiming to serve a limited number of specialties so delicious, and so well prepared that they could not be surpassed. Our unique barbeque brick pit is specially constructed so that the heat and smoke from the wood penetrates the meat, giving it a unique flavor and texture. This is why we serve our sauce on the side, so you can decide if you need it or not. We believe that the essentials of good eating are quality foods correctly prepared, a clean restaurant, and courteous service, We are sincere about giving each of our customers these very essentials. Thank you for your patronage.

DelSur Empanadas Storyโ€ฆ

With a shared passion for their culture, these two friends decided to bring to Minneapolis a piece of their beloved Argentina through its cuisine. Nico and Diego have shared a friendship forย many years.

Their background in traditional family owned neighborhood restaurants in Argentina gives them the perfect balance of formal culinary education and experience.

Empanadas are simple, tasty and convenient. Their popularity has spread beyond the traditional countries like Argentina to become truly international. Youโ€™re never more than a few yards away from an empanada wherever you travel in Argentina, and youโ€™re all the better for it. Empanada literally means โ€œwrapped in breadโ€ but this description does not do justice to the wonder of this Argentine staple. But donโ€™t make the mistake of believing all empanadas are created equal. Made from scratch and handcrafted individually, our empanadas meet the highest standards of quality, freshness and seasonality combining both modern-creative and traditional Argentinian styles of cooking.

About Habanero Tacos

Tacos, Burritos, Quesadillas, Alambres, Corn on the cob, Nachos Chips.

About Full Belly Happy Heart

We are excited for the opportunity to share our passion with you.ย  Pictured is our new mobile food trailer, & the possibilites are endless.ย  We are looking forward to sharing our love for great food, full bellies and happy hearts!

GASTROTRUCK PHILOSOPHY

Respecting the food and the environment from which it comes from is our utmost concern. Our partners are chosen based on their level of commitment to socially and environmentally responsible practices. We exercise 100% utilization of our products and maintain zero-waste procedures.

FOOD

Handcrafted food is our passion and seasonality plays a dynamic role in our menu. We take pride in serving delicious food done right, from preparing all of our meats in-house to making all of our own condiments. Working with fresh seasonal ingredients allows the natural flavors of the food to shine through each dish. We can taste the difference and we hope you can too!

GATROTRUCK CHEF

Chef Stephen Trojahn, owner of GASTROTRUCK, has over 20 years of culinary experience throughout the United States, Jamaica and Puerto Rico. He is passionate about showcasing the best that nature has to offer in every season. Chef Stephen draws inspiration from his many travels around the world and the delicious local products that Minnesota brings to the table.

About Fabled Rooster

Minneapolis Veteran owned and operated Food Truck focusing on Local, Sustainable Eats while giving back to the community.

ABOUT BUTCHER SALT

I was destined to live the restaurant life.

Grandpa Hutar owned a KFC. Yes, I know the secret recipe.

My parents Greg and Kathy Hutar owned, Gregโ€™s Place (Eveleth) and Vertinโ€™s cafe (Ely). I started as a shy teenage host at Vertinโ€™s (hard to image me as shy, I know, maybe that was the beginning of the infectious enthusiastic personality I have today). One day my dad told me โ€œIf I wanted to make more money I needed to be a waitress or a cookโ€ I had just spilled coffee on one of the regulars a couple weeks earlier and after some discussion, we decided that I would be a breakfast cook. Auntie Rosie and Auntie Dina, Eloise, and Brenda showed me the ropes, taught me the tricks, and were my teachers daily. I am sincerely grateful for their patience.

Years later, when my parents said that they were selling Vertinโ€™s I thought why donโ€™t they just give it to me, oh the foolishness of youth.

Even with my family getting out of the restaurant life I never strayed from the world they had shown me.
Thereโ€™s something about working as a team feeding the hungry, with a focus on flavor, presentation and a sense of urgency that makes the heart beat a little stronger, your eyes twinkle a bit brighter, and your smile a little wider. How could you not want to live this life?

I am but a mix of everyone I have had the pleasure of standing beside in the various restaurants Iโ€™ve worked.

Rich Petry and Jason Slusser at Featureโ€™s Sports Bar and Grill (West Salem WI) took a chance on me. Iโ€™m not sure who got the most out of the relationship but it paid off for all of us. Under the guidance and instruction of these mentors I went from being a line cook to Kitchen Manager, they stuck by me during my college years, my growing years, and my coming out and for that they will always have my infinite respect.

Jaroslav Kreysa, Greg Hill and Ed Berg all gave the thumbs up to start my Chipotle career rolling. I certainly had no idea that it would turn into a nearly decade long career. I thought it was a perfect way to move to the cities and get great benefits like pet insurance and domestic partnership benefits. Neither of which I ever used, yet those were my main reasons for even applying in the first place. That move started the progression over the years to Assistant Manager | General Manager | Senior Restaurant Manager | Restaurant opening training team | Restaurateur | Restaurateur 2 | Restaurateur 3 | Restaurateur 4 my career at Chipotle was ever changing and so were my restaurant management skills, my ability to train teams, and a desire to build my own destiny. My tenure at Chipotle gave me the experience and confidence to venture out and follow my dream of building and running a food truck and has lead me to Butcher Salt: Inspired Street eats.

The time is now, Butcher Salt has arrived and my dreams are coming true, Life is a bit easier when people believe in you, believe in your dreams, and have the confidence to stand beside you as you leave stability and venture into the unknown and this wouldnโ€™t have been possible without the love and support of my partner in life and business Ms. Shari Brochhausen. She pours the water that makes my cup half full.
It is with the knowledge from so many in my past that I will find success in my futureโ€ฆButcher Salt.

Season the Day

About Full Belly Happy Heart

We are excited for the opportunity to share our passion with you.ย  Pictured is our new mobile food trailer, & the possibilites are endless.ย  We are looking forward to sharing our love for great food, full bellies and happy hearts!

HEAVY METAL GRILL STORY

I have had so many people ask me why I decided to build a food truck, how I came up with the name and why 80โ€™s rock? So I decided to answer these questions and more in our story.

In the beginningโ€ฆ

Motley Crews Heavy Metal Grill came to life one day after reading an article about the food truck craze on Entrepreneur.com & It hit me like a bolt of lightning. With over 15 years in the restaurant industry and 15 years of marketing experience, a food truck would be my destiny!

Growing up in the 80โ€™s, was absolutely awesome! I mean Like Totally Awesome! A timeless generation of quirky catch phrases, freaky fashion and music, oh yeah the music! 80โ€™s rock is still alive and as strong as ever, many are still rocking today and local bands like Hairball keep this generation alive! An 80โ€™s rock themed food truck it shall be, now I needed a name.

I knew that I did not want to brand myself as a certain type of food truck and that I wanted the freedom to change my menu with the season or for that matter the mood I was in. This would not be possible with โ€œHot Dog or Philly stamped on the side of my truck. I mean who would think you could get an authentic Philly from a truck with a clown on the side? It was only a matter of time before that train of thought came to a head on collision with my love for music from the 80โ€™s and POOF! Motley Crews Heavy Metal Grill was born!

Now I needed a menu and since I have never been a fan of fine dining and know that local dives like The Nook, Mattโ€™s or even Cosettaโ€™s have the best food in town, I knew this would be a challengeโ€ฆor would it? I made the decision to NOT make a decision and do it my way! You want a good Philly? You got it! Seafood Paella? Done! The last piece of the puzzle was in place. I will make Food That Rocks!

About Fabled Rooster

Minneapolis Veteran owned and operated Food Truck focusing on Local, Sustainable Eats while giving back to the community.

OUR PHILOSOPHY

Respecting the food and the environment from which it comes from is our utmost concern. Our partners are chosen based on their level of commitment to socially and environmentally responsible practices. We exercise 100% utilization of our products and maintain zero-waste procedures.

OUR FOOD

Handcrafted food is our passion and seasonality plays a dynamic role in our menu. We take pride in serving delicious food done right, from preparing all of our meats in-house to making all of our own condiments. Working with fresh seasonal ingredients allows the natural flavors of the food to shine through each dish. We can taste the difference and we hope you can too!

OUR CHEF

Chef Stephen Trojahn, owner of GASTROTRUCK, has over 20 years of culinary experience throughout the United States, Jamaica and Puerto Rico. He is passionate about showcasing the best that nature has to offer in every season. Chef Stephen draws inspiration from his many travels around the world and the delicious local products that Minnesota brings to the table.

GASTROTRUCK PHILOSOPHY

Respecting the food and the environment from which it comes from is our utmost concern. Our partners are chosen based on their level of commitment to socially and environmentally responsible practices. We exercise 100% utilization of our products and maintain zero-waste procedures.

FOOD

Handcrafted food is our passion and seasonality plays a dynamic role in our menu. We take pride in serving delicious food done right, from preparing all of our meats in-house to making all of our own condiments. Working with fresh seasonal ingredients allows the natural flavors of the food to shine through each dish. We can taste the difference and we hope you can too!

GATROTRUCK CHEF

Chef Stephen Trojahn, owner of GASTROTRUCK, has over 20 years of culinary experience throughout the United States, Jamaica and Puerto Rico. He is passionate about showcasing the best that nature has to offer in every season. Chef Stephen draws inspiration from his many travels around the world and the delicious local products that Minnesota brings to the table.

About Full Belly Happy Heart

We are excited for the opportunity to share our passion with you.ย  Pictured is our new mobile food trailer, & the possibilites are endless.ย  We are looking forward to sharing our love for great food, full bellies and happy hearts!

About Hot Indian

Our mission at Hot Indian Foods is to add a little spice to peoplesโ€™ days. We want every person who eats with us to take away something fun, memorable, and meaningful: perhaps you canโ€™t stop thinking about the Spinach Paneer Indurrito you just devoured, or maybe you saved an entire dollar by busting out an awesome Bollywood dance move you didnโ€™t even know you had. Whatever you take away from the experience is up to youโ€ฆ but making you want to come back for more is our responsibility.

We started with our bright orange food truck in 2013 and have since expanded into our first restaurant and a stall at Target Field, all with the hopes of making Indian cuisine less intimidating and more approachable for a broader audience. Our menu will always be centered around Indian flavors in familiar formats. Hence, the Indurrito (Indian Burrito) and Indi Frites (Indian-seasoned Fries) as our signature items.

About Habanero Tacos

Tacos, Burritos, Quesadillas, Alambres, Corn on the cob, Nachos Chips.

HEAVY METAL GRILL STORY

I have had so many people ask me why I decided to build a food truck, how I came up with the name and why 80โ€™s rock? So I decided to answer these questions and more in our story.

In the beginningโ€ฆ

Motley Crews Heavy Metal Grill came to life one day after reading an article about the food truck craze on Entrepreneur.com & It hit me like a bolt of lightning. With over 15 years in the restaurant industry and 15 years of marketing experience, a food truck would be my destiny!

Growing up in the 80โ€™s, was absolutely awesome! I mean Like Totally Awesome! A timeless generation of quirky catch phrases, freaky fashion and music, oh yeah the music! 80โ€™s rock is still alive and as strong as ever, many are still rocking today and local bands like Hairball keep this generation alive! An 80โ€™s rock themed food truck it shall be, now I needed a name.

I knew that I did not want to brand myself as a certain type of food truck and that I wanted the freedom to change my menu with the season or for that matter the mood I was in. This would not be possible with โ€œHot Dog or Philly stamped on the side of my truck. I mean who would think you could get an authentic Philly from a truck with a clown on the side? It was only a matter of time before that train of thought came to a head on collision with my love for music from the 80โ€™s and POOF! Motley Crews Heavy Metal Grill was born!

Now I needed a menu and since I have never been a fan of fine dining and know that local dives like The Nook, Mattโ€™s or even Cosettaโ€™s have the best food in town, I knew this would be a challengeโ€ฆor would it? I made the decision to NOT make a decision and do it my way! You want a good Philly? You got it! Seafood Paella? Done! The last piece of the puzzle was in place. I will make Food That Rocks!

GASTROTRUCK PHILOSOPHY
Respecting the food and the environment from which it comes from is our utmost concern. Our partners are chosen based on their level of commitment to socially and environmentally responsible practices. We exercise 100% utilization of our products and maintain zero-waste procedures.

FOOD
Handcrafted food is our passion and seasonality plays a dynamic role in our menu. We take pride in serving delicious food done right, from preparing all of our meats in-house to making all of our own condiments. Working with fresh seasonal ingredients allows the natural flavors of the food to shine through each dish. We can taste the difference and we hope you can too!

GATROTRUCK CHEF
Chef Stephen Trojahn, owner of GASTROTRUCK, has over 20 years of culinary experience throughout the United States, Jamaica and Puerto Rico. He is passionate about showcasing the best that nature has to offer in every season. Chef Stephen draws inspiration from his many travels around the world and the delicious local products that Minnesota brings to the table.

About Full Belly Happy Heart

We are excited for the opportunity to share our passion with you.ย  Pictured is our new mobile food trailer, & the possibilites are endless.ย  We are looking forward to sharing our love for great food, full bellies and happy hearts!

GOURMET GRILLED CHEESE?

Yup, you heard that right. Itโ€™s not just a grilled cheese with gourmet cheeses on it. Itโ€™s an experience, an adventure if you would. We strive to come up with unique and creative concepts of sandwiches, that include cheese. Take a look at our menu on our websiteย to get more information, as our menu changes weekly!

DelSur Empanadas Storyโ€ฆ

With a shared passion for their culture, these two friends decided to bring to Minneapolis a piece of their beloved Argentina through its cuisine. Nico and Diego have shared a friendship forย many years.

Their background in traditional family owned neighborhood restaurants in Argentina gives them the perfect balance of formal culinary education and experience.

Empanadas are simple, tasty and convenient. Their popularity has spread beyond the traditional countries like Argentina to become truly international. Youโ€™re never more than a few yards away from an empanada wherever you travel in Argentina, and youโ€™re all the better for it. Empanada literally means โ€œwrapped in breadโ€ but this description does not do justice to the wonder of this Argentine staple. But donโ€™t make the mistake of believing all empanadas are created equal. Made from scratch and handcrafted individually, our empanadas meet the highest standards of quality, freshness and seasonality combining both modern-creative and traditional Argentinian styles of cooking.

ABOUT BUTCHER SALT

I was destined to live the restaurant life.

Grandpa Hutar owned a KFC. Yes, I know the secret recipe.

My parents Greg and Kathy Hutar owned, Gregโ€™s Place (Eveleth) and Vertinโ€™s cafe (Ely). I started as a shy teenage host at Vertinโ€™s (hard to image me as shy, I know, maybe that was the beginning of the infectious enthusiastic personality I have today). One day my dad told me โ€œIf I wanted to make more money I needed to be a waitress or a cookโ€ I had just spilled coffee on one of the regulars a couple weeks earlier and after some discussion, we decided that I would be a breakfast cook. Auntie Rosie and Auntie Dina, Eloise, and Brenda showed me the ropes, taught me the tricks, and were my teachers daily. I am sincerely grateful for their patience.

Years later, when my parents said that they were selling Vertinโ€™s I thought why donโ€™t they just give it to me, oh the foolishness of youth.

Even with my family getting out of the restaurant life I never strayed from the world they had shown me.
Thereโ€™s something about working as a team feeding the hungry, with a focus on flavor, presentation and a sense of urgency that makes the heart beat a little stronger, your eyes twinkle a bit brighter, and your smile a little wider. How could you not want to live this life?

I am but a mix of everyone I have had the pleasure of standing beside in the various restaurants Iโ€™ve worked.

Rich Petry and Jason Slusser at Featureโ€™s Sports Bar and Grill (West Salem WI) took a chance on me. Iโ€™m not sure who got the most out of the relationship but it paid off for all of us. Under the guidance and instruction of these mentors I went from being a line cook to Kitchen Manager, they stuck by me during my college years, my growing years, and my coming out and for that they will always have my infinite respect.

Jaroslav Kreysa, Greg Hill and Ed Berg all gave the thumbs up to start my Chipotle career rolling. I certainly had no idea that it would turn into a nearly decade long career. I thought it was a perfect way to move to the cities and get great benefits like pet insurance and domestic partnership benefits. Neither of which I ever used, yet those were my main reasons for even applying in the first place. That move started the progression over the years to Assistant Manager | General Manager | Senior Restaurant Manager | Restaurant opening training team | Restaurateur | Restaurateur 2 | Restaurateur 3 | Restaurateur 4 my career at Chipotle was ever changing and so were my restaurant management skills, my ability to train teams, and a desire to build my own destiny. My tenure at Chipotle gave me the experience and confidence to venture out and follow my dream of building and running a food truck and has lead me to Butcher Salt: Inspired Street eats.

The time is now, Butcher Salt has arrived and my dreams are coming true, Life is a bit easier when people believe in you, believe in your dreams, and have the confidence to stand beside you as you leave stability and venture into the unknown and this wouldnโ€™t have been possible without the love and support of my partner in life and business Ms. Shari Brochhausen. She pours the water that makes my cup half full.
It is with the knowledge from so many in my past that I will find success in my futureโ€ฆButcher Salt.

Season the Day

GOURMET GRILLED CHEESE?

Yup, you heard that right. It's not just a grilled cheese with gourmet cheeses on it. It's an experience, an adventure if you would. We strive to come up with unique and creative concepts of sandwiches, that include cheese. Take a look at our menu on our websiteย to get more information, as our menu changes weekly!

GASTROTRUCK PHILOSOPHY

Respecting the food and the environment from which it comes from is our utmost concern. Our partners are chosen based on their level of commitment to socially and environmentally responsible practices. We exercise 100% utilization of our products and maintain zero-waste procedures.

FOOD

Handcrafted food is our passion and seasonality plays a dynamic role in our menu. We take pride in serving delicious food done right, from preparing all of our meats in-house to making all of our own condiments. Working with fresh seasonal ingredients allows the natural flavors of the food to shine through each dish. We can taste the difference and we hope you can too!

GATROTRUCK CHEF

Chef Stephen Trojahn, owner of GASTROTRUCK, has over 20 years of culinary experience throughout the United States, Jamaica and Puerto Rico. He is passionate about showcasing the best that nature has to offer in every season. Chef Stephen draws inspiration from his many travels around the world and the delicious local products that Minnesota brings to the table.

About Full Belly Happy Heart

We are excited for the opportunity to share our passion with you.ย  Pictured is our new mobile food trailer, & the possibilites are endless.ย  We are looking forward to sharing our love for great food, full bellies and happy hearts!

ABOUT BUTCHER SALT

I was destined to live the restaurant life.

Grandpa Hutar owned a KFC. Yes, I know the secret recipe.

My parents Greg and Kathy Hutar owned, Gregโ€™s Place (Eveleth) and Vertinโ€™s cafe (Ely). I started as a shy teenage host at Vertinโ€™s (hard to image me as shy, I know, maybe that was the beginning of the infectious enthusiastic personality I have today). One day my dad told me โ€œIf I wanted to make more money I needed to be a waitress or a cookโ€ I had just spilled coffee on one of the regulars a couple weeks earlier and after some discussion, we decided that I would be a breakfast cook. Auntie Rosie and Auntie Dina, Eloise, and Brenda showed me the ropes, taught me the tricks, and were my teachers daily. I am sincerely grateful for their patience.

Years later, when my parents said that they were selling Vertinโ€™s I thought why donโ€™t they just give it to me, oh the foolishness of youth.

Even with my family getting out of the restaurant life I never strayed from the world they had shown me.
Thereโ€™s something about working as a team feeding the hungry, with a focus on flavor, presentation and a sense of urgency that makes the heart beat a little stronger, your eyes twinkle a bit brighter, and your smile a little wider. How could you not want to live this life?

I am but a mix of everyone I have had the pleasure of standing beside in the various restaurants Iโ€™ve worked.

Rich Petry and Jason Slusser at Featureโ€™s Sports Bar and Grill (West Salem WI) took a chance on me. Iโ€™m not sure who got the most out of the relationship but it paid off for all of us. Under the guidance and instruction of these mentors I went from being a line cook to Kitchen Manager, they stuck by me during my college years, my growing years, and my coming out and for that they will always have my infinite respect.

Jaroslav Kreysa, Greg Hill and Ed Berg all gave the thumbs up to start my Chipotle career rolling. I certainly had no idea that it would turn into a nearly decade long career. I thought it was a perfect way to move to the cities and get great benefits like pet insurance and domestic partnership benefits. Neither of which I ever used, yet those were my main reasons for even applying in the first place. That move started the progression over the years to Assistant Manager | General Manager | Senior Restaurant Manager | Restaurant opening training team | Restaurateur | Restaurateur 2 | Restaurateur 3 | Restaurateur 4 my career at Chipotle was ever changing and so were my restaurant management skills, my ability to train teams, and a desire to build my own destiny. My tenure at Chipotle gave me the experience and confidence to venture out and follow my dream of building and running a food truck and has lead me to Butcher Salt: Inspired Street eats.

The time is now, Butcher Salt has arrived and my dreams are coming true, Life is a bit easier when people believe in you, believe in your dreams, and have the confidence to stand beside you as you leave stability and venture into the unknown and this wouldnโ€™t have been possible without the love and support of my partner in life and business Ms. Shari Brochhausen. She pours the water that makes my cup half full.
It is with the knowledge from so many in my past that I will find success in my futureโ€ฆButcher Salt.

Season the Day

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