One Hot Minute, based in Los Angeles, was founded by husband-and-wife duo, Cesar Moran and Sarina Ho. “We started One Hot Minute to create and share new dishes inspired by our Peruvian and Chinese cultures, respectively,” they share. Their modern twist on comfort food blends these rich cultural flavors, bringing big, bold tastes with an emphasis on fresh, local ingredients.
“We wanted to create a space that’s both welcoming and dynamic, where food brings people together,” says the team behind the restaurant. Their menu combines global flavors with familiar comfort food, catering to both adventurous eaters and those seeking classic favorites.
What They Love About Their Business
For Cesar and Sarina, the most rewarding part of owning One Hot Minute is seeing the joy their food brings to others. “We love seeing the smiles on our customer’s faces after trying our food,” they explain. “It’s rewarding to lean into our cultures and meet others who are excited about them as well.”
A Memorable Milestone
One of the most exciting moments in One Hot Minute’s journey happened early on. “The coolest thing to happen to our business was catering a wedding celebration in Mt. Shasta during our first year,” the team recalls. Based in Los Angeles, they packed everything into a 15-seat passenger van and made the long trip with their staff to cater for 150 people. “The event was magical!”
Overcoming Challenges
Like any growing business, One Hot Minute faced its share of challenges. “Our biggest challenge was the wedding in Mt. Shasta,” they reflect. “It was our first catering event, and it was for 150 people in a completely new place. We’re grateful for the opportunity and glad we overcame it!”
Cambro's Role in Their Success
One Hot Minute relies on Cambro products to help streamline their operations and maintain the highest quality service. “We use various sizes of Cambro containers to keep our food secure,” the team shares. “We also use the Cambro insulated carrier to transport hot foods. Recently, we bought the Cambro cart and were excited to use it to organize our setup!”
Looking Ahead
As One Hot Minute continues to grow, they’re focused on expanding their reach while staying true to their roots of quality, creativity, and community.
