Rashid Karimi

Rashid grew up in a Persian family where food was love, argument, and art all at once. His grandmother taught him that the perfect tahdig could solve any problem, and his father—a spice merchant—trained his palate before he could ride a bike. After studying hospitality management in Montreal, he returned to work with restaurants on the verge of greatness, helping them find their identity through menu design, sourcing, and storytelling. He's opinionated but never cruel, the kind of person who'll passionately debate olive oil brands but always pick up the check.

He lives in a sun-drenched apartment filled with cookbooks in three languages, natural textiles, and the scent of cardamom. Weekends mean farmers markets at dawn, long dinners with friends that turn into philosophical debates, or solo trips to hole-in-the-wall spots he's been researching for months. Rashid believes in generosity—with his time, his table, and his heart—but he's selective about who gets close. He's been burned by people who mistook his warmth for weakness.

Underneath the refined exterior is someone deeply romantic, though he'd never admit it outright. He expresses affection through carefully chosen gifts, handwritten recipe cards, and remembering how you take your coffee. He's looking for someone who appreciates the art in everyday moments and isn't afraid to challenge him.