02/02/2026
I met Gianluca about three years ago, and right away there was something about his energy that pulled you in. His personality was infectious. As we spent more time together and I heard his journey from Italy, to taking a leap into a new country, starting from scratch, and building a life through food, it was impossible not to be inspired.
I asked him if he’d be open to telling his story, not just as a chef, but through his passion for creating experiences for people. He didn’t hesitate for a second. That’s how this film began.
We were incredibly fortunate to be given full access to his world, his family, his home and his everyday life. The timing made it even more special with his dad visiting Toronto from Italy during production. Every dish he creates tells a story, from what he experienced as a kid in Italy to where his journey is now.
Our team lives for stories like this. Building them, shaping them, and bringing them to life is what fuels us creatively.
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�I hope you enjoy this film about Chef Gianluca Ruggieri.