In 1988, Shafiq started as a waiter at "Curry Original" in Kingston, Ontario, where he developed a passion for cooking. In 1991, he moved to Toronto and opened "Moghul Garden," which became a beloved restaurant. Seeking a balance between work and family, Shafiq opened "Curry Village" in Peterborough in 1997. By 2005, he passed "Curry Village" to his brother and started "Shafiq's Taste of India," continuing to share his culinary passion. Throughout his journey, Shafiq built strong connections with his customers, who became like family. Today, he still runs "Shafiq's Taste of India."