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Alvin Simon

1928 – 2010

American restaurateur

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Lived 1928 – 2010 (aged 81–82). Alvin Simon was a restaurateur.

Alvin Simon (1928-Feb 23, 2010 in Mount Washington, California) was an American restaurateur who played a leading role in the development and revitalization of Pasadena, California in the 1980s. His upscale Cafe Jacoulet became Old Pasadena's celebrity hangout. Later, he owned and operated the Cal-Asian restaurant Cinnabar in Glendale, California with chef Hisashi Yoshiara for 11 years.

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Born
1928
Birth century
Died
2010
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Frequently asked questions

Who was Alvin Simon?

American restaurateur

When was Alvin Simon born?

Alvin Simon was born in 1928.

When did Alvin Simon die?

Alvin Simon died in 2010.

What was Alvin Simon's occupation?

Alvin Simon was a restaurateur.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Alvin Simon

· Wikidata: Q4738219

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