Johnlu Koa, founder and CEO, The French Baker and Lartizan Boulangerie. PHOTO BY RUY MARTINEZ
Perhaps he was born with the gift of gab. It could also be his professor’s side talking, and maybe even his innate business acumen that becomes apparent when he speaks. Whatever it is, smart, witty, and with a genuine sense of humor, Johnlu Koa is every interviewer’s dream interview. The founder of the hugely successful French Baker is once again brimming with excitement, this time over his latest business, Lartizan Boulangerie, Restaurant & Salon de The’ (tea house).