Our Story

OUR story.

Hi, I’m Margarita, the founder of MASPANADAS. My husband Andy and I were raising our three boys while trying to keep up with our busy professional lives, and failing at finding healthier, tasty family meal options that fit in between business calls, soccer games and carpools.

I grew up in Colombia playing in my father’s kitchen, he owned a restaurant that featured typical Colombian food like Bandeja Paisa, Sancocho, Arroz con Pollo, Arepas and of course EMPANADAS! I learned from a young age, food isn’t just fuel for the body but a chance to taste life.

Andy is a native Virginian, and a true foodie with a passion for both the art and the science of cooking. By combining my Latin food roots, Andy’s passion for modern American cuisine, and A LOT of testing, MASPANADAS was born, along with a simple mission:

TO MAKE REAL FOOD TO FUEL REAL LIFE IN THE FAST LANE

OUR values

EMPOWERMENT

We believe in empowering individuals to discover their true potential, fostering confidence and self-assurance in both personal and professional endeavors. Recognizing the significance of one's actions and decisions, we inspire positive impacts on lives.

COLLABORATION

Collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. We work together with purpose and unity, leveraging the spirit of cooperation and solidarity to create exceptional culinary experiences and achieve shared goals.

INTEGRITY

Integrity is the cornerstone of our character. It embodies moral uprightness, honesty, and a commitment to righteous conduct. We are a team that can be relied upon, dedicated to doing what is right and earning your trust.

DISCIPLINE

We uphold the virtue of discipline as a guiding principle in all aspects of our work and lives. It is the foundation of order, consistency, and purposeful action. Through disciplined practices, we lead organized lives aligned with our values, goals, and societal norms.

OUR MISSION

To make a positive impact on individuals, communities, and the planet, fostering well-being and inspiring change, through our actions, products, services

OUR VISION

To foster and expand universal goodness

OUR team

Margarita Womack

FOUNDER & CEO

Barry Octigan

HEAD OF SALES

Federico Meade

COO