This week on The 1st Half Culture Show, host Paul Desbaillets sits down with Danny Marinelli—co-owner of the beloved Marinelli Brothers Café and the face behind Montreal’s official AS Roma supporters hub.
From a legendary family-run business rooted in Italian hospitality to unforgettable moments like seeing Chiellini and Bonucci walk into his restaurant during Grand Prix weekend, Danny opens up about the realities of running a café in today’s ultra-competitive market, staying true to football fandom, and why he refused to meet his idol, Francesco Totti.
💥 Best Quote:
"The DJ played a Lazio anthem at a Roma wedding... chaos erupted. That’s when I became a fan."
📍 Dive into family, football, food, and what it means to create a place where culture and community collide in Little Italy, Montreal.
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