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 https://www.instagram.com/nyccinellis/ https://www.thelistareyouonit.com/ Produced by Heartcast Media http://www.heartcastmedia.com
