HIGINIO ZUL

Higinio Zul was a man whose heart was as full as the plates he served. A gifted chef and a generous soul, Higinio didn’t just prepare meals—he brought people together through the joy of food, always with an extra plate ready for a guest. His kitchen was a place of warmth, laughter, and love, and his passion for cooking left a lasting impression on everyone who had the pleasure of sitting at his table.

Throughout his career—from Mandola’s Family Table to J. Alexander’s—Higinio poured his love into every dish, finding joy in feeding others and brightening their days. But it was at home where he truly came alive. There, the man we all knew and loved took shape—nurturing, dependable, and devoted to his family.

Higinio shared a beautiful life with his beloved wife, Patricia Compean. With his first daughter, Fransica Zul; his first son, Higinio Zul Jr.; his second son, George Zul; and their twins, Sonia and Oscar Zul. His family was his pride and joy, and everything he did was for them.

He will be remembered not only for his talents in the kitchen but for the love he gave so freely, the joy he brought into the lives of others, and the strong, kind presence he was to all who knew him. His memory will live on in the meals shared, the stories told, and the love carried forward by his family.

May his spirit continue to inspire warmth, generosity, and togetherness.

Higinio Zul fue un hombre cuyo corazón estaba tan lleno como los platos que servía. Chef talentoso y alma generosa, Higinio no solo preparaba comidas—unía a las personas a través de la alegría de compartir los alimentos, siempre con un plato extra listo para un invitado. Su cocina era un lugar de calidez, risas y amor, y su pasión por la cocina dejó una huella duradera en todos los que tuvieron el placer de sentarse a su mesa.

A lo largo de su carrera—desde Mandola’s Family Table hasta J. Alexander’s—Higinio puso su amor en cada platillo, encontrando alegría en alimentar a los demás y alegrar sus días. Pero fue en su hogar donde realmente cobraba vida. Allí tomó forma el hombre que todos conocimos y amamos—cariñoso, confiable y profundamente dedicado a su familia.

Higinio compartió una vida hermosa con su amada esposa, Patricia Compean. Junto a su primera hija, Fransica Zul; su primer hijo, Higinio Zul Jr.; su segundo hijo, George Zul; y los gemelos, Sonia y Oscar Zul. Su familia era su orgullo y alegría, y todo lo que hacía era por ellos.

Será recordado no solo por su talento en la cocina, sino por el amor que entregaba generosamente, la alegría que aportó a la vida de los demás y la presencia fuerte y amable que representaba para todos los que lo conocieron. Su memoria vivirá en cada comida compartida, en cada historia contada y en el amor que su familia llevará consigo.

Que su espíritu siga inspirando calidez, generosidad y unión.