Plot Summary

Fortunately, the members of the Maccioni family have figured out a way to work, eat and vacation together, while simultaneously managing to avoid wringing each other’s necks. Never in doubt is the love and responsibility felt by Sirio towards his three sons, who all want to follow in their father’s footsteps as top restaurateurs. The pride they take in their work shines through, like the light hitting the crystal of the champagne glasses at Le Cirque 2000’s New Year’s Eve party, the night before the restaurant is to close prior to the move. Cameo appearances are made by high-profile customers like Woody Allen and Henry Kissinger. But the biggest problem the Maccioni family faces is figuring out how to imbue the new restaurant with the old-world charm that Siro demands, while simultaneously attracting newcomers like Hollywood jet-setters who don’t want to patronize a restaurant where a jacket and tie are required.