Before Denis Villeneuve became known for his massive worlds in ‘Dune‘ and ‘Blade Runner 2049,’ he told a much smaller story ...

Michael Cecchi-Azzolina has been threatened, cursed at, punched and called every ugly name imaginable. He's also had hundreds of dollars pressed into his hand. That's because for years he controlled a ...

Maître d’ Dimitri Dimitrov at Sunset Tower, Los Angeles, wearing his own clothing and accessories. From 1941 to 1972, Le Pavillon was the Manhattan restaurant for families like the Kennedys and the ...

The celebrated 75-year-old host of the San Vicente Bungalows is returning home to the Tower Bar — and a starring role in a new documentary. By Benjamin Svetkey Articles Editor At Tower Bar, everything ...

Maitre D' Michael Cecchi-Azzolina spills the beans on what it's like hosting at high-end restaurants, like Minetta Tavern (above), in his new book. Leandro Justen/BFA.com As the Maitre D’ at some of ...

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With the stroke of a pen, Roy Garret could let the whole island city starve. During his heyday, as the maitre d’ for Joe’s Stone Crab in Miami Beach, the white-haired gatekeeper had the power to make ...

Maitrepierre Fall 2025 ready-to-wear fashion show & collection photos. Designed in Paris, France, March 2025.