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Taste of Italy is coming to Pearson

Pat Murray, Executive VP of SSP Canada, commented, "Massimo Capra is a celebrated chef, outstanding restaurateur, noted author and much loved television personality. We are honoured to be working with someone of his caliber, and are absolutely delighted to be showcasing his passion, creative force and incredible food to the passengers ofToronto Pearson."

"Having Chef Massimo bring his expertise and love of food to Toronto Pearson is very exciting for the airport," said Pamela Griffith-Jones, Chief Marketing and Commercial Officer for the Greater Toronto Airports Authority. "The energy and passion that comes with Chef Massimo is contagious and we are thrilled to be working with him to open two great restaurants for our guests to enjoy while at the airport."

Chef Massimo is the chef and co-owner of two Toronto mainstays – the Zagat-rated Mistura, and the exclusive supper club, Sopra Upper Lounge – as well, he is the creative force behind the recently re-launched Rainbow Room in Niagara Falls' Crown Plaza Hotel. In addition to regular appearances on CityTV's "Cityline", penning a column for the TorontoGlobe & Mail, and host of Food Network Canada's "Restaurant Makeover" and Travel & Escape's "Gourmet Escapes", he has also authored One Pot Italian and worked in collaboration on the newly released Three Chefs: The Kitchen Men, which made Massimo a Gold winning author.

Capra has established deep roots in the Toronto region and is now perfectly positioned to introduce the bounty of that region, in a truly Italian-style, to the 33 million annual passengers of Toronto Pearson International.

"Since my arrival in Toronto in 1982, I have been on this amazing and wonderful path, of being able to share my passion with so many people across Canada," commented Massimo Capra. "When the opportunity to partner up with SSP Canada and branch my passion to Canadians and international travelers alike, it was a no brain-er. It was a perfect fit – SSP brings my same passion for food to travelers all over the world. Their attention to detail and quality is equally matched to mine and together, I believe we will deliver a new and exciting change to Toronto Pearson and its travelers."

The authentic taste of modern Milan created by of one of Toronto's most beloved Italian chefs will be offered at two locations in Toronto Pearson's Terminal 1.

Boccone Trattoria Veloce will be a 2287 sq ft full service, casual dining restaurant with a carefully created menu by Chef Capra. It will take passengers on a pre-boarding voyage through Italy's finest culinary combinations complemented by an extensive wine list. The second location, Boccone Pronto, will act as the quick service counterpart and will entice passengers on the run with a broad selection of fine Italian fare and freshly brewed coffee to go.

Boccone Trattoria Veloce will be located in Terminal 1's domestic departures and Boccone Pronto will be in Terminal 1's US-Transborder departures area. Both will open later this fall.