Our story
It all started in a backyard oven, with a love for authentic Neapolitan pizza and a passion for experimenting. Grace and JD began their pizza journey with simple ingredients, a hot oven, and a shared curiosity. From those first pies, the duo discovered that the complexity of pizzamaking. They explored techniques, flavors, fermentation and styles, from the timeless Neapolitan dough to the hearty, square-edged Detroit-style pizza, and scilienne.
At Brigade Pizza, every dish tells a story. We honor the tradition of handmade, artisan pizza, and we also like to to experiment, and surprise. Our kitchen is a place of warmth, laughter, and collaboration, where every slice reflects our journey, our friendship, and ourlove for food
Walking into Brigade Pizza, you’re not just entering a restaurant, you’re joining a community. A place where tables are shared, flavors are celebrated, and the spirit of discovery lives in every bite. We’re rooted in tradition, but free to explore, and always welcoming you like family.
From our oven to your table, we invite you to share in the journey.
Born in Joliette, Quebec, Jean-Daniel has been an entrepreneur since childhood—from selling handmade necklaces at age eight to running a skate shop as a teenager. After graduating from the International Academy of Design in 1999, he spent three years in China teaching and working in fashion and design before returning to Montreal to join Corus Entertainment as Director of Development and Creative Director.
In 2008, Jean-Daniel co-founded Yeh! Yogourt Glace et Café, helping grow the brand through franchising, product development, and marketing. Today, as President of Brigade Pizzeria, he oversees branding, marketing, business development, and operations. And when he’s not fixing equipment, designing new concepts, or running the business, you’ll still catch him in the kitchen making pizzas with the team.
Raised in California, Grace holds a graduate degree in English Literature from UCLA (1998) and later earned her design degree from the prestigious Parsons School of Design in New York (2002). With six years of experience in the fashion world, including roles at Tommy Hilfiger and Montreal-based Matt & Nat, she honed her skills in creativity and detail.
In 2008, she co-founded Yeh! Yogourt Glace et Café, leading day-to-day operations, quality control, and product development. At Brigade, Grace brings the same dedication and vision, overseeing product development, supplier sourcing, and operations. Whether it’s testing new ingredients or creating delicious new menu items from their own kitchen, Grace is passionate about making every bite unforgettable.
