Casa Crêpe isn’t just a business; it’s part of who I am. I want to share my story in the hopes that it will express to you exactly why I say our crepes are “made with love”.

From a young age almost all of us are consistently asked about our plans for the future. It can be just as exciting as it is stressful.

Growing up, my family had everything we needed to live, but our life wasn’t easy. Being raised in Newark was amazing in so many ways, but it also meant facing a lot of judgment from those who didn't. Opportunities often seemed out of reach. Everyone around me was constantly advising me to have a “realistic” plan for success instead of the passions I truly wanted to pursue. I always feared that I’d either pick the wrong path or have no choice at all.

I spent too much time letting the anxiety hinder me and cloud my judgment. Finally, at 19, I left my job as a legal secretary to start working at a newly opened creperie. Almost everyone I knew said I was crazy for leaving such a respectable job to start working at a newly opened restaurant, but I knew I had to be there. From day one, I was captivated by the crepe-making process and fell completely in love with what I do.

After two years, I moved on to another amazing restaurant in Newark, but never stopped making crepes for friends and family. Every single time I did, all I could think about was opening up my own creperie and doing this for people every single day. I finally understood how fortunate I am to possess a skill I truly love. If my passion can shape my life and bring joy to others, it would be foolish not to pursue it. I couldn't let fear or doubt hold me back from what I knew I wanted.

Casa Crêpe is a dream I never thought I was allowed to have turned into a reality. I hope it brings you all the joy and inspiration it brings me. In the heart of every crepe I make and person I serve, I have one goal - to provide people with more than just food or crepes; to infuse every bite with an experience, a smile, and love that they can share together.

-Monica Dos Santos, Owner/Chef