The mood was festive, while David Black, CEO of Bella Luna cut the ceremonial ribbon at last night's Grand Opening Event for the new Luxury Kitchen Showcase. As he took a few moments to thank the supportive crowd for attending - he was surprised with himself to be overwhelmed with emotion. Business, for many individuals, is much like the birth of a child.  The anticipation, the organization, and the hard work doesn't always prepare you for how the moment will feel when it arrives. As David thanked Bella Luna's vendor partners, staff and their family members for the late nights, extra hours and teamwork it took to build this beautiful showcase, you could almost feel the depth of the breath he needed to take in order to deliver his words. Paul Martinelli, President of Finecraft Custom Cabinetry of Sarasota, summed up his thoughts for the crowd, "I would like to thank David on behalf of the local vendors he has brought with him into this opportunity, at a time when not many businesses are taking risks, Bella Luna has stepped up." 

Sally Rose, Promotional Director of Adversting of the Greater Sarasota of Commerce congratulated David on his commitment to job creation and expansion in the Sarasota area. Several Chamber members attended the event, along with Bella Luna vendor partners, clients, staff, family and even curious Westfield Southgate shoppers accepted an impromptu invitation by National Sales Manager, Tanya Holland to join our VIP event! 

Guests enjoyed Mini Crab Cakes with Basil Mayonnaise, Grilled Chicken Skewers with Sesame Hoisin Glaze, Assorted Wood Fired Gourmet Pizza Bites, and Roasted Red Pepper and Goat Cheese Crostini with Lemon Caper Aioli catered by Cosimo's. As a token of appreciation for their attending to show support for Bella Luna, each guest received a copy of The Chamber of Commerce's beautiful coffee table book GREATER SARASOTA From Shorelines To Skylines.