Richard Branson Declares B.C. Restaurant the Best He’s Ever Visited
Branson praised the restaurant after an omakase lunch featuring Northwest B.C. seafood and local ingredients, giving Fukasaku a signed menu.
- Richard Branson, founder of the Virgin Group, visited Prince Rupert aboard the Brilliant Lady during its inaugural Alaska season, stopping at Fukasaku for an omakase lunch arranged by Global Ports Holding.
- Chef-Owner Dai Fukasaku serves a tasting menu centered on Northwest B.C. seafood, featuring Skeena sockeye salmon, Haida Gwaii albacore tuna, and his award-winning Northwest Treasure ramen to showcase local, sustainable food producers.
- Following the meal, Branson wrote on a signed menu, "This was by far the best restaurant — EVER!" while Fukasaku noted the group was friendly and enjoyed every single course.
- While Fukasaku treats every customer equally, the entrepreneur's recognition stands out; Cowpuccino owner Judson Rose noted such high-profile exposure can open significant opportunities for the waterfront staple.
- The visit highlighted the North Coast's culinary scene, serving as a reminder that small waterfront businesses can leave lasting impressions on globally recognized entrepreneurs.
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Nunavut NewsRichard Branson declares B.C. restaurant the best he’s ever visited
Richard Branson, founder of the Virgin Group, was in Prince Rupert aboard the Brilliant Lady during the newest Virgin Voyages ship’s inaugural Alaska season and first visit to the North Coast. The billionaire entrepreneur, who has dined everywhere from luxury resorts to major cities across six continents, stopped for lunch at Fukasaku during the visit and left chef-owner Dai Fukasaku a message that stands out. “I’ve eaten in many, many places in…
Richard Branson declares B.C. restaurant the best he’s ever visited - Yellowknifer
Richard Branson, founder of the Virgin Group, was in Prince Rupert aboard the Brilliant Lady during the newest Virgin Voyages ship’s inaugural Alaska season and first visit to the North Coast. The billionaire entrepreneur, who has dined everywhere from luxury resorts to major cities across six continents, stopped for lunch at Fukasaku during the visit and left chef-owner Dai Fukasaku a message that stands out. “I’ve eaten in many, many places in…
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