INK Entertainment Group is a leading North American lifestyle and entertainment company. Operating since 1982, INK Entertainment Group has demonstrated an enviable ability to read the pulse of ever-changing cultural times and tastes, responding with a host of successful enterprises.
Headquartered in Toronto and Miami and helmed by visionary entrepreneur Charles Khabouth and Danny Soberano. INK Entertainment Group’s innovative approach, fusing dining, lifestyle, entertainment, hospitality and design is devoted to creating extraordinary experiences throughout its proprietary brands, including notable restaurant brands Akira Back, Animl Steakhouse, Amal (Toronto, Miami and Fort Lauderdale), Beso by Patria, Byblos (Toronto & Miami), Chica, Daphne, Level 6 (Miami), KŌST, Sofia Yorkville, Sofia Design District (Miami), STORYS Building, Ultra, Vinny. Portland Square, a multi level dining destination that houses Prima Donna, Honey Chinese, Portland Room and Rodeo Dive. A number of trendy clubs including REBEL, Cabana Pool Bar, D/Prtmnt. It also produces VELD Music Festival, Canada’s largest electronic dance music festival. Taglialatella Galleries now span Toronto, New York, and Paris.
INK Entertainment Group also teamed up with the Sunray Group to manage all food and beverages at the Bisha Hotel, including Akira Back, French Made, KÔST and Mister C.
Charles Khabouth, CEO and Founder of INK Entertainment, is a visionary entrepreneur who has transformed Toronto’s entertainment and hospitality landscape for over four decades. From pioneering the city’s nightlife in the 1980s to redefining luxury and experience-driven hospitality, his bold, trend-setting approach has earned him widespread recognition. Khabouth has been named one of Toronto Life’s ‘50 Most Influential People,’ celebrated as a Top Restaurateur in 2023, awarded the prestigious EY Entrepreneur of the Year™ in Ontario’s entertainment and hospitality sector, and in 2025, was listed in Billboard Magazine’s monumental Power Players list. With a reputation for blending art and commerce and anticipating cultural shifts, he continues to shape the industry with innovation, creativity, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.
Danny Soberano has been a driving force behind many of Toronto’s most beloved hospitality ventures. From an early age, he demonstrated his natural entrepreneurial flair by spearheading renowned establishments such as Dinkel’s, PWD, Marketta, and Axcess. With over 50 years dedicated to the service and hospitality industry, Danny’s journey includes a standout achievement: co-purchasing Allseas Fisheries in 1986, a pivotal move that transformed the company into a premier distributor of fresh fish and seafood to major retailers nationwide and exited in 2021.
Recognized for his keen business acumen and strategic vision, Danny’s leadership abilities have been instrumental in shaping the success of various enterprises. Joining INK Entertainment Group in 2002 as Co-Founder and President, Danny has played a pivotal role in steering the company towards continuous innovation and growth. His unwavering dedication to excellence has set the standard for INK Entertainment’s achievements.
Beyond his professional endeavours, Danny is deeply committed to giving back to the community. A devoted family man and philanthropist, he actively supports numerous charitable organizations. Through his philanthropic efforts and unwavering dedication to excellence, In the world of business and beyond, Danny Soberano is a testament to the power of determination, vision, and dedication to perfection and customer care. As a leader, he is reshaping the hospitality industry, leaving a profound mark on both the business landscape and the community.