Article by Special to CH2 | Photographer: M.KAT Photography

Amanda and Robin Cifaldi
Chef/Owner Pomodori Italian Eatery
In business: 8.5 years
Kids: Wyatt 17, Sophia 13, Milo 15 months

BEING A MOM IS SUCH A HUGE RESPONSIBILITY. And it doesn’t end when we leave the nest. I still need my mom. When I started my business eight years ago, I called my mother every night for a month before opening and asked, “Mom, what if they don’t like it? What if they don’t like ME?” She always reassured me that I’d be fine, don’t worry, but what I was really asking was whether or not my lifestyle would fit into the conservative vibe of this island and whether or not the people of this lovely community would be able to rally behind that and behind me.

Fast forward to the present with my beautiful wife, my beautiful children, my beautiful life, and I think, how could I believe they wouldn’t rally behind this? This island has shown me and mine nothing but love and acceptance, something I think we can all agree is necessary in these tumultuous times. We all want to be seen. We all want to be heard. We all want to be accepted. I am so grateful to this community for supporting my business and being the village that helps raise my children.

We are not perfect. We are not scratch-proof or dent-resistant. But we are resilient. We are a home and a town and an island who can show up and support the greater good. I am grateful for those of you who have continued to support us throughout the years, and who have raised your families at our tables. We will continue to cultivate a place where you are welcomed with open arms and open minds, and we promise to continue showing up as our true selves for you and yours. Thank you for being there for us and ours. Kid tested, (my) mother approved.

1 New Orleans Rd.
Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
(843) 686-3100
gopomodori.com

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