The Unshakable Serenity of Nobu Matsuhisa
To call Nobu Matsuhisa merely a chef is to ignore the many other aspects inherent to his success. The name Nobu is now synonymous with not only high culinary standards, but luxury itself. It could be argued that his famous black cod miso is as much a status symbol as a Rolex or a Ferrari. […]
How Janet Zuccarini Built One of Today’s Most Enduring Hospitality Groups
As the driving force behind Toronto’s acclaimed Gusto 54 Restaurant Group, Janet Zuccarini is a rare blend of visionary and architect, crafting a culinary empire that pays homage to her Italian heritage while pushing the boundaries of what hospitality can be. Her restaurants, including the beloved Gusto 101 and the pasta-centric Felix Trattoria in Los […]
OPINION: How to Take a Ghost Kitchen Approach Without Turning Your Brand Into a Ghost
I can’t imagine not being an entrepreneur. Developing business ideas—and then turning those ideas into living, breathing brands—is how I’ve spent my entire career. And as anyone who has launched their own business knows, the highs of entrepreneurship can be amazingly high. I’ll never forget the feeling of standing on the NASDAQ stage as the […]
Can Food Trucks Save the Restaurant Industry?
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Culture Counsel is a monthly column focusing on the intricacies of law through the lens of pop culture and business. [/vc_column_text][vc_separator][vc_column_text]Restaurants are central to our social fabric. First dates and anniversaries flood restaurant reservation lists. Celebrating your colleague’s promotion (or termination) happens at your local “Cheers”. What’s your favourite formula for Friday night’s “Netflix […]
