2020 Year-end Reflection

​2020 Year-end Reflection

December 2020
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“Just as the First World War precipitated the society of that time into the twentieth century, it could well be that the year 2020 brings us a similar disruption. A microscopic virus managed to destabilize our lives, our habits and our certainties. One year ago, who could have expected such a turmoil? This virus has managed to traumatize many of us with long queues of coffins, putting a short term to what we considered as standard, economic growth and prosperity taken as a given? The punitive journey of this little monster followed an erratic trajectory, hitting regions that did not expect its visit and hence were badly prepared for its arrival. The impact made us collectively rediscover the relativity of things.” Claude Béglé, SymbioSwiss.
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The ‘New Normal’ is unclear. One thing, however, is clear— Asia is slated to come out stronger from this crisis and the world has ‘speed-dated’ with the Digital Revolution. We limped to this checkpoint while debating society’s values and losing patience in our inability to jointly address a global problem. Long-term consequences have yet to reveal themselves. 

Don’t be discouraged. Think about it. In your lifetime, you may have not had many instances where you had to drastically and quickly innovate based on society. With that being said, nothing you are doing is futile. This crisis reveals who we are. I remember the words of my friend, David Gonzalez of Bella Trattoria San Francisco, who said, “Idea Number 4,317!” A few months into the pandemic, after consistently trying new ideas each day, he had just turned part of his restaurant outlet into a beautiful Salumeria to showcase and sell his quality inventory. It’s up to each family, to each one of us, to reinvent its sustainability model, meet the challenge, and reinforce ties.

For our family, I wish to share deep gratitude and love to my wife, parents, brother and sister for the relationship and awareness we work to have and value. This year has surprised and blessed us in different ways. My sister, Nehika, has set plans to shift her life from San Francisco to New York City where work and graduate studies are in the horizon. My brother, Amar, is in South Carolina completing his medicine fellowship and will proceed to give to his care and passion to his work and patients, as he always has done. My mother and father, Arti and Krishan, are in the San Francisco Bay Area and have been an important element fueling our actions of good and forward thinking. They, also, supported me in our decision to follow Laura, the love of my life, to Taiwan while she completes her teaching contract, after seven years, at an international school in Taipei. I admire Laura for her passion and philosophy of teaching. Her work and her family’s wisdom and care are also important elements that give me inspiration. I wish here to express particular sympathy for my wife’s family and community since Latin America has been one of the most affected regions hit by the coronavirus crisis.
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For my work, I have had the joy to create a beautiful Rooftop Ristorante with our General Manager, Victor Vargas, and my partner (and mentor, father), Krishan Miglani. We had a beautiful six-month run during the in-door dining shutdown. Many thanks to our Landlord Partners, Alan Hopkins (General Manager of Wyndham Hotels San Francisco) and Club Donatello. Their gracious support and freedom allowed us to make it nice for our guests. Furthermore, we were able to provide work for our team of 20 service and culinary professionals.  The Ristorante, Rooftop Ristorante, and Jazz Bar will be back and we look forward to sharing good vibes with you soon.

I am dedicated to a few new projects. We have launched our Online Wine Shop. Zingari brings wine country to San Francisco with a selection of sensibly priced, quality wines – from the large to the small wine producers – of Italy, California, and beyond. I look forward to sharing knowledge, stories, and laughs with you as we explore the beautiful selection of wine in our cellar. I will continue with my Italian wine and wine service education. With knowledge and a sensible price comes enjoyment. Hope you agree and will browse our shop online or in person.

Being in Taiwan has been a privilege and enriching experience. I have observed a new style of commerce and felt a new culture. I have taken on Mandarin Chinese, met different restaurant owners, traveled around the country, and learned to live like a local. On our restaurant blog and social media, I’ll share more about the things learned, the people met, the hospitality concepts tried, the new ideas in mind, and the laughs felt.
With the unusual year behind us, global ties resetting under new leadership, and having reflected quite a bite, let’s welcome 2021. Laura and I wish you all the best in the year ahead. Big hug.

Neeraj Miglani

​Boutique Italian Steakhouse And Pasta Bar in San FranciscO Union Square

Zingari is a boutique Italian Steakhouse and Pasta Bar in San Francisco.  Founded in 1995 by Krishan Miglani and today helmed by Executive Chef Victor Cedillo, it remains one of San Francisco’s top Italian restaurants. Indulge in Italian tapas and raw selection, grilled dry-aged ribeye and beef tenderloin, handmade pasta, vegan and vegetarian selection, and roasted meats and seafood. You will find the same quality within the wine cellar and modern Victorian restaurant bar lounge. The eclectic menu draws inspiration from stories in Italy experienced by the skilled and professional staff. Zingari is family-owned and operated with a team, sharing real hospitality that goes beyond the plate.

A jolly time by Banjara Life

​Banjara Life is a San Francisco hospitality brand that finds inspiration from world travelers and innkeepers.  Everything we curate—the dishes on our menus to our community events—aspires to offer an experience that indulges your senses and intrigues your spirit.  Banjara refers to the banjara people, or nomads, who live and travel through Mediterranean Europe and West Asia.  They are renowned for their rich culture and dazzling aesthetic; their songs, poetry, and dance convey mystery and romance.  The Banjara people remind us to travel light and carry a smile—to be open to  discovery and new delights. ​​From the world with love.  All welcome.

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