#AllCoopedUp with Caterer, Michele Gan

When I close my eyes and imagine life as I used to know it, I am at a fabulous party, surrounded by all of my favorite people, with the most delicious treats laid out on platters all around us. If I’m hosting,  Michele Gan’s Serves You Right is responsible for the great eats. There is no caterer like Michele - a beautiful spirit with impeccable taste buds to match. As soon as this quarantine nightmare is over, I’m throwing exactly that party with Michele at the center… that is unless some smart #AllCoopedUp readers swoop in before I can. In the meantime, I’ll just be here ordering her food to-go. If you follow my lead, you won’t regret it. -Jenna


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What’s your profession, and what does your day-to-day work experience look like now?

I am a caterer and event planner and my day to day has changed dramatically since we are not doing much in the catering business only in the delivery arena.

Are there objects or spaces in your house that you are newly appreciating? Or are there objects and spaces you have come to loathe? 

Neither I love my house but I am constantly thinking about redecorating for the hell of it.

Describe your at-home quarantine uniform. 

Same as my regular uniform super casual and different sneakers everyday.

Who are you quarantining with? Do you feel the need to “get away”? How do you make it happen? 

I am quarantining with my family and 2 other close families. I definitely feel like I need to get away so I go to the beach as often as possible and plan to drive to Yosemite.

What’s the last thing you purchased online? Regret or obsessed? 

I am constantly purchasing online even if I don't need stuff.

Tell us the best shows, podcasts, or books you’re loving right now. 

Untamed by Glennon Doyle.

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Do you have any new quarantine activities or rituals?

Running and crying.

What is your favorite quarantine snack? What restaurants are you ordering takeout from?

Fruit, sorry I know it's boring.

What is the one item you’re glad you stocked up on? What do you wish you’d stocked up on?

I am always fully stocked it’s part of my A-type personality.

What is your creative outlet and how are you making space for it? 

Trying to figure out how to save my business 24/7, reading, research, calling people and reaching out to smarter people.

Describe your biggest quarantine indulgence. 

Multiple Froyo outings.

If you have kids, how are you maintaining some kind of schedule for them? 

I am really not, we are doing the best we can to try and enjoy what we have no choice over.

What are you doing for exercise? 

Running and Bike Riding. I feel like Forrest Gump!

Are you sharing recipes with friends? 

Sure, always!

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What’s been the biggest challenge for you throughout this? 

Dealing with my emotions of feeling like I am losing my business that I built for the last 25 years.

How have your summer plans shifted? 

We had to cancel everything so it sucks.

When this is over I cannot wait to _____

Stop worrying!


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