"It's no coincidence that my last name, Mesa, translates to "table." I believe I was born to work in the hospitality industry, and my passion for hosting people was nurtured from a young age. Growing up in the Dominican Republic with my maternal grandparents not only introduced me to an immaculate home but also a beautifully decorated dining table. My grandmother took pride in creating bright floral arrangements, polishing silverware, and making name cards with magic markers."
"Our table seated eight people, but it was always set for seven guests. I was confused and asked her why she did that. "I always leave an unmarked place setting in case we get a surprise visitor so that they can join us," she explained. And someone always showed up. I started hosting dinners I spent my formative years between the Dominican Republic and New York City, but I always dreamed of living in California."
Mesa means "table" and family hospitality shaped a lasting affinity for hosting. The grandmother maintained an immaculate home and a carefully decorated dining table, making floral arrangements, polishing silverware, and preparing name cards. A deliberate unmarked place setting welcomed surprise visitors, and guests frequently arrived. Childhood years were spent between the Dominican Republic and New York City, followed by a move to San Francisco. Hosting became a way to make friends, leading to "California Caribbean" themed dinner parties for visitors and startup clients. The hosting journey began with a July 2015 30-second video submission and a successful demo event audition.
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