Meet Stephanie Holguin and Rogelio Leyva of Leyva’s Tacos in Buckeye

Today we’d like to introduce you to Stephanie Holguin and Rogelio Leyva.

Stephanie and Rogelio, before we jump into specific questions about the business, why don’t you give us some details about you and your story.
Stephanie: This journey started when I attended an entrepreneur network program at The Coyote library in Buckeye. I attended these classes with the idea of starting a taco catering business. What drew me to attend these classes was my husband’s talent for his trade, making delicious Mexican street tacos. After graduating from the EON classes we were referred to Fuerza Local with Arizona Local first and then to ASU prepped. After graduating from those courses we came out with an up and running business.

 Roger: I learned this trade from my father, who did it for over 16 years in California on the weekends. As early as six years old I would tag along with him to all of his catering‘s. I admired how he would put the tacos together, how he would serve, how he would treat and talk to the customers and what I admired the most was when those customers or guests would come back and tell him how delicious his food was. He showed me everything. after getting married in 2004 we moved to Arizona. I would often get homesick and would make some tacos as my dad did, And I would invite friends and family to come over and eat. Everyone would always tell me these are so good, some even asked me to cater to their party’s. At that time I wouldn’t charge or even how to…So after more than a handful of free catering, Stephanie took the initiative to look into getting something started as a business. She attended EON classes at the library and then we were referred to other programs like Fuerza Local with Arizona local first and ASU prepped. It has taken years to be where we are now. We were able to quit Our day jobs and now fully concentrate and give it our all into our food truck business.

Overall, has it been relatively smooth? If not, what were some of the struggles along the way?
It has not been a smooth ride. After attending all the courses to get our business established, we couldn’t find a food trailer or truck within our budget. After savings and looking around, we found one in Parker, Colorado. We had a few changes to do to meet the specs needed in Maricopa county. After the permits and inspections that are needed to operate in the county and the city of Buckeye, we ran into not finding a commissary kitchen anywhere in the West Valley. we still have to drive 40+ miles one way just to dispose of our gray water.

Please tell us about your business.
Stephanie: I am co-owner, event coordinator, Marketing and Cashier.
Roger: Owner and head Chef of Leyva’s Tacos.
We specialize in Mexican street tacos. Our meats are perfectly seasoned and juicy. Our product is always fresh, made to order and never frozen. We are very proud of our products and the service we give. The customer relationship we have is one that sets us apart. From the moment we greet you until we hand out the order, you will feel like friends and family. We also stand proud of our motto, “Any time is taco time!”

If you had to go back in time and start over, would you have done anything differently?
We would have attended the courses earlier In our business process. This would have helped out with answering the unknown questions we dealt with earlier in our catering services.

Pricing:

• Tacos $2
• Burritos $8
• Quesadilla Supreme $9
• Bowls $7

Contact Info:

• Website: Www.leyvastacos.com
• Phone: 602-882-6532
• Email: contact@leyvastacos.com
• Instagram: Leyvastacos
• Facebook: Leyvastacosllc

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