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“Founded in 1968 Mr. Chow's Restaurant became the go-to for artists, fashion insiders, musicians and other creatives. The restaurant's global presence from London, Beverly Hills, New York, and Las Vegas captured the cultural zeitgeist of the moment.
Photo: Michael Chow founder and chef outside of Mr. Chow Restaurant in London on July 6, 1977.
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Photos: Fairchild Archive Penske Media”
Aka Mr Chow, an @HBO Original Documentary, is out now.
Meet the man behind the name. A vibrant portrait of the artist, actor, and famed restaurateur Michael Chow @M_MichaelChow@MRCHOW@StreamOnMax
#akaMrChow ~O-O~
20 years ago, Mr Chow Tribeca opened its doors in downtown New York.
Since May 5, 2006, we’ve welcomed artists, musicians, actors, families, old friends, first dates, celebrations, and unforgettable nights under these ceilings.
Tribeca has always had its own energy. It’s creative, vibrant, intimate, and unmistakably New York.
To everyone who has walked through our doors over the past two decades, thank you for being part of the story.
20 years of memories.20 years of downtown New York. 20 years of Mr Chow Tribeca. 🖤
MR CHOW 50 YEARS BOOK
Featuring Michael Chow AKA “M”’s portrait collection and family - from Cy Twombly to Andy Warhol - along with the interiors of his most iconic restaurants.
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Happy 58th Anniversary of the first and finest establishment Mr Chow London.
It is truly extraordinary to think about how many people have walked through those beautiful brass doors over the past 58 years. How many memories were created, how many careers were shaped, and how many team members went on to become owners themselves, many of them inspired by you. (Signore Sassi, Scalini, Balthazar etc)
You didn’t just open a restaurant. You changed the culinary world. And you should be as proud of yourself as we are proud to work beside and learn from a leader like you.
When I started here, I was just 23 years old and single. Over the past 30 years working with you, my life has completely transformed. I got married, became a father to two beautiful daughters, moved homes many times, and put two of my daughters through college.
I have seen few wars in Europe and yet through all those changes, I have had one constant: my job, my loyalty, and my pride in being part of this institution.
There are 37% of countries in the world today that are younger than the restaurant you opened — and you are still running it on your terms. That is remarkable.
Hats off to you M.
I wish you continued health, strength, and happiness always.
With respect and gratitude,
Dino 🦕 ( London Maitre D )
Begin Valentine’s Day with Sal’s Kir Royale
Crème de cassis, Champagne, blackcurrant berries
Served as your opening glass.
Reservations now open on Opentable.
#valentinesday #mrchow #restaurantweek
