Joe Suhrada
Owner, Uncle Sam’s Chocolates
• Hometown: Rotterdam
Probably … well, a lot of classic hard rock. My favorite band is UFO. I’ve been listening to the Blizzard of Oz and Rainbow. I’m reading, for second time, the Allan Eckert series. I’m on “The Wilderness of War” right now, regarding the revolution in New York state. “Peaky Blinders.” It’s a BBC production. It’s excellent. It has Cillian Murphy. He plays a gangster in the 1920s. “The Age of Uprising: The Legend of Michael Kohlhaas.” It starred Mads Mikkelsen. He’s a Danish actor. This movie was made in France; it was set in France. General Patton. He was one of the most interesting chapters in history. Sitting on a beach having an entire island to myself. Extreme quiet with lots of books and tropical drinks. It would definitely be barbeque. The best barbeque that could be had. Being in college, Union College and being with my friends and doing the stupid things that 19-, 20-year-olds do. Books, my IPod, and plenty of cold beverages. Interacting with great people — the customers, by far. Almond butter crunch, truffles, and my crazy selection of caramels. What are you listening to these days?
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What was the last movie you saw?
Who is one person living or dead you would like to meet, and why?
What is your dream vacation?
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What three things would you bring with you to a desert island?
What is your favorite thing about owning Uncle Sam’s?
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