10/14/2026
Rest in peace, Franco.
This week we lost our partner, our leader, and someone every one of us at The Carbon Bar looked up to. Franco Prevedello helped create The Carbon Bar, and he was genuine with everyone on this team, from the kitchen to the floor.
Over six decades Franco helped shape how Toronto eats and drinks, from Centro, Pronto, Nota Bene, Splendido and so many other restaurants. But his real legacy is the people. He touched so many lives, and he was endlessly generous with his time, his advice and his belief in others. So many chefs and restaurateurs in this city are where they are because Franco took the time. With his wife Barbara, he also founded Second Harvest, a cause we’re proud to support through Shop the Carbon Bar.
Today, as his family and friends say goodbye, we raise a glass to him. Our hearts are with Barbara, Bobbie, Kate and the whole Prevedello family.
Grazie di tutto, Franco. You will be missed more than words can say.
