The Team

YOUR TEAM

issue number one / 2021

Angela Moonan, Co-Creator Angela@LovingOurFood.com

Born and raised in a small town on the shores of Lake Ontario, I learned my affinity for being near or on the water would stay with me all my life," says Angela Moonan. "When I visited St. Augustine with my daughter (a student at Flagler College), I was hooked on it's natural beauty, its' music, its' history, and of course, it's food! Growing up in an Italian family, food represents celebration and connecting to our neighbors, churches, and community. The blessings abound here in our nation's oldest city. Loving Our Food. What a thrill! After twenty-five years of running my own marketing and media consultancy, to now help bring to life and celebrate the finest dining experiences in the city I've come to love and call Home, is truly such an honor and an incredible gift.

Sonja Willets, PR & Account Management Sonja@LovingOurFood.com

Growing up in St. Augustine, Sonja has learned where to go for pretty much everything. One thing she gets right every time, is the best place to enjoy a fabulous meal. With her family in the wine and food industry in Croatia, Sonja learned from a very young age how to prepare and appreciate all culinary delights. Certified in Hospitality Management, Sonja has the knowledge on how people deserve to be treated, and she excels in this department. The pairing with Angela and the LOF team is a dream come true, and those who know her agree.

A native of Charleston, SC, John grew up steeped in the history, art and natural beauty of the Carolina Lowcountry. He received his degree from Ringling School of Art and Design in Sarasota, and has over 30 years of design and publication experience.

John Chitwood, Graphic Designer

McKenna Moonan, Social Media, Photographer McKenna@LovingOurFood.com

McKenna has a unique eye and loves being behind the camera as much as she does being in front of it. A senior at Flagler College majoring in both international studies and political science she's preparing to launch into her graduate work in digital communications.

Special Acknowledgements

n Chris Pranis, Contributor

Chris has been a resident of St. Augustine Beach for the past 13 years but is originally from Long Island New York. He began his culinary chops in a classic NY “greasy spoon” diner. From there he worked at a small French restaurant led by a classically trained Austrian chef. Instead of attending the Culinary Institute of America he opted to become a marine biologist and ultimately became an aquaculturist for the famous Bluepoints Oyster Company. Working for Arnold Palmer Golf Management was a highlight in Chris’ career. His diverse food background is certainly unique but his love of food and culinary adventure is his driving force. He is currently the Director of Sales & Marketing at the AAA Four Diamond Embassy Suites St. Augustine Beach Oceanfront Resort, as well as administrator of Flavatown, the Facebook Group and the culinary travel website of the same name.

n Chef Barry Honan n Kelley Fitzsimonds, Bon Vivant Presenting our LOF inaugural issue - it's look and purpose... https://youtu.be/nzLtLp6RRfw