Vision, drive, passion and just a hint of chutzpah mean entrepreneurial success for Dragons’ Den star Vincenzo Guzzo. From a small boy who thought he was Superman, to a man who actually is, the life story of Dragons’ Den star Vincenzo Guzzo, the Canadian son of Italian immigrants, is one of curiosity, intellect, perseverance, caring, …
Dr. Ajay Virmani personifies the immigrant success story in building Canada’s largest overnight air cargo airline. Having clear vision is a fundamental attribute for success in life and in business. Knowing where you’ve been, where you are, where you are going, what you are doing and maintaining a clear vision of your goals are common …
The name says it all — it really is a walk of fame to honour Canadians and celebrate the next generation. It’s evolved, however, to include amazing people on a national level, telling their stories and bringing attention to communities across the country. The biggest difference? “The emphasis is on the walk, not the fame,” …
Helping a long-term care facility endure the pandemic months after winning a Super Bowl is Laurent Duvernay-Tardif’s story of caring and commitment. What defines a “national hero”? Is it undertaking a personal initiative designed to benefit society for the greater good, such as 100-year-old Captain Tom Moore walking 100 lengths of his English garden to …
Welcome to the world of Amaury Guichon, where everything from a big blue sea dragon to a roulette wheel and a rotary telephone is made into a gastronomical wonder. France — a country characterized by its expertise, tradition and culture dedicated to the art of pastries. Some of the world’s most delicious confectionery exports have …
Catching the longest wave has been Robby Naish’s lifelong mission: “I want to ride one single wave as long as it goes.” In his latest project, we witness his journey finding purpose beyond his career on water, and his accepting that just like a wave, life is finite. We spoke with Robby Naish about his …
A feast for the eyes through Betty Binon’s passion for food, florals and photography. If only you could taste Betty Binon’s beautiful musings through the pages of Dolce. Luckily, the next best thing would be to try the bespoke recipe she created for our fall edition: braided pumpkin babka with chocolate and pecans. Binon is …
After a serious motor accident that left him deaf in one ear, Ed Hand decided to do what he does best: help people. Ed Hand has always led a life filled with love. Born in St.John’s, N.L., he was the youngest of 10. Though he lost his father at the age of two, and lived …
Exploring cognac culture with the help of cognac educator Arthur Kilajian. Vanilla crème, lavender, burnt sugar, rich toffee, candied fruits, florals, baking spices, vanilla, marzipan and figs. Do these notes make you think of the perfect dessert? If you’re not thinking of cognac, think again. Some may argue that cognac, also known as eau de …
Santia Deck has been chasing her dream ever since she was just a little kid. Two years ago, she became the highest-paid woman to play professional football, signing a multimillion-dollar deal with the Women’s Football League Association (WFLA). Her talents aren’t limited to the field, either. She’s also a published author, a fitness model, TV …
