KA Brands

KA Brands is the creative force behind James Beard Award-winning Chef Karen Akunowicz’s celebrated culinary empire. From award-winning restaurants to artisanal products, brand partnerships, and public speaking, KA Brands reflects Karen’s passion for bold flavors, heartfelt hospitality, and inspiring connections through food and storytelling. * Fox & the Knife – A James Beard finalist and Food & Wine Best New Restaurant, this modern enoteca celebrates the vibrant flavors and communal spirit of Northern Italy. * Bar Volpe – Winner of Boston Magazine’s Best Restaurant: General Excellence, Bar Volpe brings handcrafted pastas, wood-fired seafood, and Southern Italian warmth to South Boston. * Fox & Flight – Karen’s newest venture at Logan Airport, transforming travel dining with bold, comforting dishes. * Fox Pasta Company – Artisan-crafted pasta that brings the soul of Italy to your home. KA Brands also includes the award-winning cookbook, Crave: Bold Recipes That Make You Want Seconds, named 2023 Cookbook of the Year by Readable Feast and recognized as one of Amazon’s Top 20 Cookbooks of 2023. Additionally, KA Blends Olive Oil, a collaboration with Bona Furtuna, is now proudly featured at Whole Foods. Through partnerships with Delta, Goldbelly, S.Pellegrino, and more, KA Brands extends Karen’s culinary vision to homes and audiences nationwide. As a celebrated TV personality and sought-after speaker, Karen shares her journey of creativity and leadership with warmth and authenticity. From restaurants to partnerships, KA Brands creates spaces and experiences that delight, inspire, and bring people together. Explore the world of KA Brands and see how Chef Karen Akunowicz continues to redefine the art of food, hospitality, and storytelling.