We had the good fortune of connecting with Melenie Perez and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Melenie, what inspires you?
What am I inspired by? Hmmm… if only there was a solid answer for that. My past has been the most thing that has inspired me. Up until this last year my life has changed for the better, I struggled so much and worked so hard to be in the position I am today. Many people see their past as a bad place where they never want to go back. I strive to gain strength from all those mistakes and learn from them. Becoming a mom at such a young age was a struggle. We had all the support from all our friends and family which was amazing and I am forever grateful. But throughout the years I fell into a sinkhole where I just felt I was failing as a mother. I wanted to be better for my daughter and I was determined of it. I just didn’t know where or how to start, I was in a depressed state where I didn’t want to do anything/ didn’t want to take care of myself. No matter how well in life we started having it always felt like “Okay something bad is going to happen!” The amount of times I cried and prayed to God to help me find the strength to pull forward has finally paid off. So yes, My Past has been my inspiration to keep going and has been one of the key factor in me starting my own business.

What should our readers know about your business?
What sets me apart from others would be the texture of my Dulces and my flavor. I always try to perfect my spices to the right amount of sweet and spicy, many of my customers have told me that they love how they always come out at the right consistency. I’m most proud of how successful my business has been, Seeing the growth is so amazing. It has been difficult at times since i do work a full time job, i have limited times to work on my marketing and go out to events. But now i have been getting out there and work events, Meeting other businesses is so great! I meet great, smart women, is incredible.
I want the world to know that no matter what you went through in the past you can always come on top and become the best version of yourself! Your past does not determine who you are , its determines who you will become despite of it. Never stop reaching your goals and never stop learning.

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
Wow , there are many places where i find exciting. I will start at my favorite bunch spot. The Hash Kitchen( 9780 W Northern Ave Suite 1110, Peoria, AZ 85345) their food is very delicious they have so many great options from your all breakfast choices of pancakes and French toast to Mexican infused options like chilaquiles; such a fun place you go to have a mimosa and hang out with your friends and listen to music with their live DJ.
Another place where I love going to is South Mountain. I love going to see the scenery and relax at the top of the mountains. Its amazing when you have the right kind of company around. Getting the fresh area seeing the amazing Arizona sunsets, Its a perfect evening.
To end the night we will have a night out and go to Mill Ave. Mill Ave is located in Tempe, AZ. They have so many bars to choose from. There’s always so many people out and about having a good time, they are also friendly. You make friends anywhere you go!

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
I want to dedicate this Shoutout to all My Family, and friends! Without their continuous support and advice I wouldn’t be able the person that I am today! Each one of them has a factor in my growth. And a special shoutout to ALL MY CUSTOMERS -I would not be able to this business without you all!! Every like , share and orders NEVER GOES UNNOTICED. Thank you all so much. I’m forever grateful for everyone of you.

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Image Credits
All images are credits to Melenie Perez

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