Hello again and welcome to another Industry Night. For the month of December I have had the pleasure of taping this show in WREN restaurant in the Watermark Hotel. This area is the new shiny & bright Capital One Center. An entire town center has been built up on the other side of the highway from what you traditionally think of Tysons. Joining me today is Tara McNamara the Chief Experience Officer AND she was the first person I met here at the Watermark — a little over 2+ years ago when the property opened — and she can really talk about the hotel’s growth and all the amazing amenities! Later in the show, I am talking to Restaurateur, TV Host, Wine Trailblazer and now cookbook author — Rose Previte.
Rose and I go way back. She reached out to me when she was launching her first restaurant, Compass Rose. She had a very clear vision of what she wanted and knowing that she was new to the restaurant game she smartly engaged with people in the industry to verify she was on the right path. And, needless to say she was. After opening Compass Rose to massive accolades the Michelin-starred Maydan followed as did Kirby Club and now the new Medina. In her spare time she hosted a TV show, has launched Go There Wines and now is behind the gorgeous Maydan cookbook
Let’s get into it
Rose Previte
Owner, Compass Rose, Maydan, Kirby Club
Co-Founder, Go There Wines
Author, Maydan, Recipes from Lebanon and Beyond
Quotes
"Go, feel, and experience the place beyond flavors and techniques. It's about entering homes, not just restaurants." -Rose Previte
"Our grandparents' cooking and recipes represent our immigrant experience—love, connection, and tradition." -Rose Previte
Chapters
00:00 - Introduction
07:03 - Rose Previte’s Vision for Compass Rose Restaurant
10:24 - Cooking with Love: Family Histories and Culinary Passion
14:09 - Transitioning with a New Business Partner at the Courthouse
18:03 - Epic Journey across Russia: Remarkable Hospitality
19:12 - Embracing Gathering, Hospitality, and the Joy of Learning
23:48 - Infusing Travel Stories and Street Food into the Menu
28:42 - Unique Taste Experiences Inspired by Family and Travels
30:07 - Exploring Global Wine Regions for Expanded Knowledge
33:39 - Inspiring Others to Travel and Embrace Global Exploration
41:57 - Tunisian Cook: Sharing Recipes and Cultural Exchange
45:17 - Reflections on Effort and Recognition in Society
46:46 - Expanding Patio Seating: Creating More Space
51:02 - Wines: Stories of People, History, and Culture
52:31 - Promoting Diversity in Ownership: Expanded Access
54:25 - Outro
Guests Social Media Links:
Rose Previte
Owner, Compass Rose, Maydan, Kirby Club
Co-Founder, Go There Wines
Author, Maydan, Recipes from Lebanon and Beyond
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roseprevite/?hl=en
Featuring Nycci Nellis
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https://www.thelistareyouonit.com/
Produced by Heartcast Media
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