In 2001, Daniel Avaca, armed with an Industrial Design degree from the University of Cordoba, made the leap from Argentina to the US with his wife Karina. Integrating seamlessly into Los Angeles' multicultural scene, he honed over 12 years of restaurant management expertise, paving the way for his entrepreneurial venture. As Tortoni took shape, Gonzalo Cullen joined forces, bringing unique skills and experiences to this exciting project.