Ray's Italian Kitchen celebrated their 5th anniversary today, having opened on the 5th December 2018.
As with any new business, the road to success is peppered with a story of ups and the pandemic downs before becoming the establish and respected quality restaurant and delicatessen it is today.
Stacey has sent the message below to thank all of her customers and supporters over the past five years.
Message from Stacey Crouch
Celebrating 5 Years of Ray's Italian Kitchen opening on the 5th December 2018 - Anyone eating with us on out birthday today will receive a free glass of fizz on us to say thank you.
As I write this to thank all of our lovely loyal local customers and those of you who are visiting or passing through, I find a quote in my head from the lovely Tom Hanks in Forest Gump… 'Life is like a box of chocolates you just don’t know what your gonna get.’
Well you can say that again!
We were off to a flying start in 2018. It was rallying of the troops, and with very dear friends and colleagues (you know who you are and you also know I am eternally grateful!) we set to work and opened the doors early December.
It was a fantastic success, the momentum kept going from the off, right until the carpet was pulled from under us in late March 2019, as we entered a global pandemic.
A dear friend suggested that we try crowdfunding and we ended up with a whopping total close to £10h - it really did really help. I felt and feel blessed to be in Milford on Sea with of such a wonderful community. A massive thank you to all who pledged…
It was a very humbling time. I had help from my besties (you know who you are and I love you). Plus my partner Paul - Thank you for your unconditional support. Not forgetting my mum who baked the most lovely puddings - Thank you Mum X.
As a nation we slowly came out of lockdown, it was a little stop start to begin but we have been gradually building the business back up since.
Joining the team:
Karl - Head Chef. Is fantastic at his craft. With his experience and knowledge we have been able to take the food to the next level.
Regula - Assistant Manager. Has brought a certain calm to my team, she is professional in all aspects and has been welcome breath of fresh air.
My whole team have been so supportive and fully committed to the success of Ray’s - Thank you to you all!
This year has seen Ray’s Italian Kitchen go from strength to strength, there has been a great momentum to the year which is wonderful and long may it continue.
My commitment and passion are still strong, I look forward to the next 5 years and thank you all for your continued support.
Warmest Regards
Stacey
Ray’s Italian Kitchen
11 High Street, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QF
01590 645300
Always enjoy Rays..the food, the atmosphere and the lovely service. Heres to a very happy and successful New Year to you all and we look forward to our next visit. Jean and Terry Langford.
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