Raised in Anne Arundel County, I'm a husband to my high school sweetheart, Heather, and proud father of two amazing kids—my son, Colby, who is heading off to college, and my daughter, Emma, a sophomore in high school. They are my world. Right behind them come my other passions: baseball, music, boating, and, of course, cooking.

Over the years, I have loved hosting friends and family, bringing together the people I love to enjoy good food and conversation. My skills grew to include many cuisines, but I became especially good behind a grill. Over the past 20 years, smoking meats for family and friends has grown from a hobby into a true passion. After years of hearing "You should do this for a living," I finally decided to take the leap and bring my smoke on the road.

At Sandman's Smoked Specialties, everything is made with care—from slow-smoked meats and homemade sauces to made-from-scratch sides. Great barbecue isn't rushed, and neither is the attention I put into every meal I serve.

Whether I'm catering your special event or serving up sandwiches from my smoker, my goal is simple: create food that brings people together and keeps them coming back for more.

I put my heart into everything I make, and I can't wait to share it with you. I promise—you won't be disappointed.