
Acclaimed Toronto chef taking over former home of legendary Italian restaurant
Phoebe Knight, Dished
created: July 18, 2025, 3:17 p.m. | updated: July 20, 2025, 4:53 a.m.
Toronto was shocked to learn that a legendary Italian restaurant was closing down, but its new owners plan to carry the torch well.
The new owner of the former Vivoli restaurant space is none other than respected Toronto chef Adam Pereira, who plans to breathe new life into the location while still honouring its roots with his latest venture.
Introducing Osteria Alba.
"It's kind of a truth that while it's called Little Italy, there's barely any Italian restaurants there anymore," a representative from Osteria Alba said.
You'll have to wait patiently before you get to experience Osteria Alba for yourself, though.
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