Industry Night with Nycci Nellis – Details, episodes & analysis

Hey All and thanks for joining me again. It was patio season and no … now it isn’t This is spring in DC. One day it’s sunny and 70 and one day it’s sunny and 30. ANYWAY. The ridiculous weather aside, it doesn’t take away my excitement from taping this month’s show at Tony & Joe’s. I am down on the sparkling Potomac water, watching the boats go by. This is a so if you know you know situation. Tony and Joe’s has one of the best patios in DC with views of the Kennedy Center. As I have said, once the weather hits an acceptable temperature, find me out on that patio with a tray of fresh shucked oysters and a glass of Rose. So special thanks as always to Greg Casten for being such a tremendous supporter of me, this show and the work that I do. Later in show, I’ll be chatting with The Mary Taylor. Mary Taylor of Mary Taylor wines. For the span of her professional life, she has been active in all aspects of the wine industry, whether selling high-end French and Italian wines at the Sotheby’s auction, opening a retail store in lower Manhattan, serving as the president of a Tri-state area wholesale company, or working as a portfolio manager for a major distributor covering the entire United States. Fast forward to now and Mary Taylor Wine is the largest self-funded female wine importer in the United States. If you don’t know Mary Taylor - you are about to … Highlites with time stamps: Guests Social Media Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marytaylorwine?igsh=NHZtenN4MGZvMWE4 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marytaylorwine Website: https://mt.wine/?fbclid=PAAabbT-MG5NfoSANf2pq2lxe7a7DTY7ZMYYLGMBqCo4FFNzwiylUk79NapDc_aem_AbBRpJzaGn6dFgarEFlD_ecjGHjIwHZCK4yK-KViK5bj0RjPQTtpsxz8AOc4x_wlj8c Featuring Nycci Nellis https://www.instagram.com/nyccinellis/ https://www.thelistareyouonit.com/ Produced by Heartcast Media http://www.heartcastmedia.com

Hey All! Thanks for joining me again on Industry Night with me — Nycci Nellis. It is patio season in DC and I am so so excited because this month’s show is being tapped at Tony & Joe’s right down on the water in Georgetown. If you live in the DMV or have ever visited this city chances are you’ve been here. They have one of the best patios. It looks out on the Potomac with views of the Kennedy Center. Seriously on a gorgeous day you want to sit out on that patio with a tray of fresh shucked oysters and a glass of Rose and watch the boats go by. So special thanks as always to Greg Casten and his whole team for always being such a tremendous supporter of me, this show and the work that I do. Today, I’ll be chatting with you. Hugo Mogollon is the Executive Director of Fresh Farm Markets here in the DMV. Before launching The List in 2003 I was already a Fresh Farm supporter. I would schlep all five kids down to Dupont Circle on Sundays not long after that first market opened in 1997 and we would leave with bags and bags of vegetables, eggs and fruit. Once in the Industry, I became friendly with the FreshFarm founders Bernie Prince and Ann Yonkers. They were some of the first guests on Foodie And the Beast. Over the years FreshFarm Markets have expanded with more than 20 markets and have created incredible outreach programs that bring fresh food to so many people. AND, FreshFarm has launched many businesses in this area as well. Giving makers an opportunity to R&D, grow and create brick & mortars — Call Your Mother, Red Apron and Gordy’s Pickles comes to mind. But first a little on where I’ve been: -I Emceed the Embassy Chefs Challenge and it was amazing -I ate all the things at the Regarding Her Women’s History Month Dinner at Centrolina with Tiffany MacIssac, Amy Brandwein, Ellen Yin, Kimberly Prince and Rochelle Cooper -I also judged a pisco competition at Causa — cause that’s what I do -And, not food but a lil’ culture, took in the Star Power exhibit at the Portrait Gallery. I am a huge George Hurrell fan. As I mentioned, I am a FreshFarm fan and a shopper. In 2019 Hugo Mogollon joined FreshFarm as executive director. Fresfarm merged with Community Foodworks, which Hugo had led for five years, and now FreshFarm is the largest farmers market organization in the Mid-Atlantic. What Freshfarm can now offer as a regional food system is immense as is their reach and impact. I am ready to get all updated, aren’t you? Quotes "We help farmers unlock wholesaling potential by skipping minimum orders and pricing sheets, providing a learning opportunity before engaging with larger institutions."- Hugo Mogollon "You can have someone ensure they're not on the phone constantly, as face-to-face interaction holds significant value."- Hugo Mogollon Featured Guest Hugo Mogollon Personal Instagram: Instagram (@hfmogollon) Facebook: Freshfarm Website: Twitter:  FRESHFARM (@freshfarmdc) on X Personal Twitter: Hugo Mogollon (@hugo_mogollon) on X Featuring Nycci Nellis https://www.instagram.com/nyccinellis/ https://www.thelistareyouonit.com/ Powered by Heartcast Media Home - Branded Podcast Agency: Your Trusted Production House Chapters 00:00 - Introduction 05:08 - Cuban Showcase: Varied Guests, Enriching Encounters. 10:27 - Unveiling Fresh Farm's Legacy and Market Dynamics. 11:59 - Uncovering the Remarkable History of a Local Market. 15:32 - Enhancing Fresh Produce Accessibility and Affordability. 18:47 - Balancing SNAP Technology and Direct Farmer Sales. 21:28 - Curating Diverse Offerings at the Farmer's Market and Streamlining Data. 23:49 - Collaborative Leases and Market Support 27:59 - Advancing Food Access for Farmers and Institutions. 31:24 - National Growth of Farmers' Markets: A Boon for Businesses. 33:46 - Advocating Sustainable Agriculture for a Robust Food Ecosystem. 36:51 - Seasonal Fruits and Vegetable Subscriptions for Sustained Freshness. 41:56 - Collaboration Program Empowers Common Grain Alliance Partnerships. 45:35 - First Farm’s Distinct Focus on a Holistic Food Ecosystem. 47:09 - Envisioning Innovative Strategies to Enhance Restaurant Food Access. 48:15 - Outro Powered by Heartcastmedia

New Residency at The WREN in the Watermark Hotel Hi there I have a new residency! For December, Industry Night is hosted by WREN in the Watermark Hotel. This area is on fire! An entire town center has built up on the other side of the highway from what you traditionally think of as Tysons. Here in the Watermark Hotel is the Japanese izakaya, Wren. Chef Yo Matsuzaki draws upon locally-grown ingredients and serves Japanese street food with modern American elements. Think shucked oysters and expertly-cut sashimi and wagyu steak. There's also an incredible Omakase menu, and do not get me started on the cocktail program. And I don't have to because old friend Erik Bergman, Director of Restaurants & Bars is joining me later. Even later in the show, I'm excited to nerd out with two industry veterans, Des Reilly and Kris Carr, both co-founders of SRG Concepts. You may not know the SRG concept name, but you know Chicken and Whisky and Doi Moi! But first! Where have I been?! Where haven't I? Centrolina — Been a minute since I've caught up with Amy Brandwien at Centrolina and she is still hitting the ball over the fence. It was a Chefs For Equality celebratory luncheon since we raised a half a million! -Bombay Club — 35 years young! Congrats to Ashok Bajaj oh this incredible anniversary. This gorgeous reimagined space and anniversary menu features iconic classics like crab masala & spicy green chile chicken -Corso — It's a new restaurant from Jill Erber of Cheestique. Are you ready? Chef Cathal Armstrong is back in the kitchen spinning up pasta. Classic family Italian - rigatoni bolognese, porchetta, Italian wines - in Shirlington —so needed -STC — As You Like IT — A mash-up of the Bard and the Beatles equals a toe-tapping, sing a long experience. Who knew I'd be singing and swaying during a Shakespeare performance?! Oh Erik Berman, you are up! Erik Bergman Director of Restaurants & Bars at The Watermark Hotel Now, I remember when the Chicken and Whisky concept opened on 14th Street. I loved that it was all business in the front and party in the back. I didn’t know who was behind the concept — a rarity, I know - but I liked it and thought this is an excellent addition to the 14th Street neighborhood. Fast forward several years, and I finally met Des Reilly. Des & his business partner, Kris Carr are co-founders of SRG Concepts. They both have deep roots in the industry and have their hands in several concepts, including the C&W expansion as well as taking over the beloved Doi Moi — formerly owned by Mark Kuller — Featured Guests: Des Reilly and Kris Carr He/him/his + he/him/his Des - Managing Principal, Co-Founder, SRG Concepts; Kris - Managing Principal, Co-Founder, SRG Concepts Highlites with time stamps: Guests Social Media Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chickenandwhiskey Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chickenpluswhiskey https://www.facebook.com/TheWalrusNationalHarbor https://www.facebook.com/doimoidc Twitter: https://x.com/chicken_whiskey?s=20 Quotes "Stay true to yourself, reject BS, and present a united front to earn your staff's support." - Des Reilly "Our goal: a neighborhood bar that surpasses expectations, ensuring exceptional experiences and a guarantee of fun." - Kris Carr Chapters 00:00 - Introduction 04:02 - Promoting Human Rights Through Culinary Excellence 09:43 - City Center Chronicles: Unveiling the New Development 11:21 - A Decade of Deliciousness: Celebrating 10 Years in the Restaurant Industry 16:19 - From Insight to Success: Jamie Mulholland's Impact 18:04 - Navigating the Unknown: Embracing Fluid Situations 21:21 - Bartenders to Masters: Rising Through Operations and Creativity 24:48 - Vibrant City Vibes: Praising Diversity and Energy 28:35 - The Fortunate Second: Aligning with Key Operators 30:55 - Simplicity as the Backbone: Unveiling the Operational Approach 34:24 - Dive Bar Dreams: Chris' Vision Takes Shape 36:41 - Alma Cucina Latina: A Worthwhile Indulgence 41:05 - Uniquely 14th Street: Irreplaceable Charm 43:58 - Reflecting on 2023: A Year of Growth and Lessons 47:48 - From Friend to Colleague: Meeting Jason Koehler and Joining the Team 51:09 - Collaborative Success: Making Decisions and Pitching Together 52:33 - Turning Negatives into Positives: Successful Adaptations 57:19 - Stay True, Unite, and Persevere: The Recipe for Success 59:00 - Outro Featuring Nycci Nellis https://www.instagram.com/nyccinellis/ https://www.thelistareyouonit.com/ Produced by Heartcast Media http://www.heartcastmedia.com

Festival season has been on hiatus but guess what? It is making its way back. Snallygaster the beast of a beer festival, roars back into DC October 9. On the next Industry Night, one of the masterminds of Snalley, Greg Engert joins Nycci along with Adrien Widman, of Ocelot Brewing and Rachael Marie, Executive Chef of Slice Joint. But first, what is happening in Bethesda?! No longer a sleepy suburb of DC Stephanie Coppula of the Bethesda Urban Partnership takes us on a tour of the town, Industry Night. 7pm on Tuesdays on Real Fun DC.

On the next Industry Night, Nycci talks with her good friend Amanda McClements of Salt & Sundry fame. Amanda has built a mini lifestyle empire over the last 10 years by infusing her impeccable aesthetic with accessible pieces. They chat retail during all phases of the pandemic and how local retail survives and thrives, especially since she has a new Salt & Sundry pop-up now in Bethesda. And it’s Kathy Hollinger’s week to be back with Industry Night. Kathy provides the latest update on the RAMMY's, masking, and vaccine intel. That's Industry Night, 7 pm on RealFunDC.

So in Nycci’s previous life, she was a total club girl. Limelight in NYC, M80 in Boston Club Zei in DC. The good ol’ days. What is the status of clubs and “clubbing” today in DC? What has the pandemic done to DC’s ever-growing nightlife? Industry veteran Beau Biabani joins Nycci on the next Industry Night to talk about his new hot spots, the music, the vibe, and the drinks. Grab your dancing shoes. Industry Night on RealFunDC 7pm every Tuesday.

On the next Industry night, Nycci talks with Shari Wallack, author of from Hell to Challah. Like all of us, Shari went through her own journey during the height of the pandemic and was able o make it through via good people and baking. Also making it through by truly helping others, Nicole Brassington a nurse practitioner who co-founded Bespoke Global Health Initiatives an organization that supports women and girls in Sierra Leone discusses health, business, and women’s empowerment. That’s Industry Night at 7PM on Tuesdays on Real Fun DC

On the next Industry Night, the RAMMY nominations were announced, a new mask mandate has been made and so much more intel from RAMW’s Kathy Hollinger. And, Shane Pomajambo, owner, designer, and art curator of newly opened, WHINO in Ballston Quarter chats this new destination location that mixes food, drinks, and art/art collectibles. Artists, Aaron “Woes” Martin & Rodrigo Pradel join the conversation to talk about their work.

Many of you may think Nycci is all about Gluttony — all the good food and even better drink. Part of that is true but she is really about living well. And sometimes that involves good wine, sometimes it involves decadent food and sometimes a trip away or just a great pair of shoes. Don’t be so myopic people — there are so many ways to live well On today’s Industry Night, Esosa E — aka the Raw Girl — talks about how eating right for you impacts your skin, your mental health and your overall physical well-being. Industry Night, Tuesdays at 7pm on Real Fun DC

On the next Industry Night, Dr. Travis Parno and his team from Historic Saint Mary’s City recently discovered the St. Mary’s Fort and other artifacts recovered during the excavations — he takes us on his dig. But first, Mark Bucher is back talking about the incredible growth of Feed the Fridge, the D.C.-based program that’s turning food insecurity into meal security. That’s Industry Night, Tuesdays at 7pm on Real Fun DC