Born and raised in Rio de Janeiro Brazil, he immigrated to the US in September 2001 His early days in the US he found his passion for food & hospitality business. His entrepreneurial nature kicked in and he opened his first restaurant in Leominster in 2009. Within five years, he became a full-service Brazilian Steakhouse in 2018. During his career, Rodrigo has served the US Army for 3 years and devoted many hours to his local community. He has a positive nature and dedicated to continued growth as a businessman and individual. Currently a member of the board of Massachusetts Restaurant Association

Based in Brattleboro, Vermont, our restaurant and catering services are driven by the ingredients we source locally -- from our meats and cheeses to our vegetables and honey -- from farms and gardens around the region. Our chef-driven menus feature fresh, seasonal ingredients served in classic American cuisine and inspiring international fare.

We are a mobile charcuterie bar that is the perfect addition to your wedding! Give your guests the interactive experience of creating their charcuterie board to enjoy at your wedding. Pick from a custom list of ingredients that you would like guests to choose from at your event, and leave the rest to us! We handle all setup, cleaning, and delivery, so you can worry about your special day.

We welcome you all to bring Meriyem’s to your occasions and have a taste of our exquisite Mediterranean cuisine! We want to bring the full power of flavor and hospitality to take your catering experience to the next level! Adding extra individual taste will make sure the guests of your event are satisfied enough to enjoy and remember your special day! At Meriyem’s, we have the desire to give generously, and from a place of abundance. We thrive to serve others, as though serving from God’s own never-ending table. Satisfying clients, and giving a luxurious experience, without compromise.