The Black Wine Guy Experience Episode 29 - Rita Jammet

Champagne for the Soul. How Hospitality Icon, Rita Jammet Captured La Caravelle’s Magic in a Bottle.

MJ’s guest today is owner and Chief Bubble Officer of La Caravelle Champagne and Founder & President of Bouquet Ventures, Hospitality Consulting – Rita Jammet. Rita and her husband André Jammet owned and operated the iconic New York French restaurant, La Caravelle. The New York Times described La Caravelle as a “French Legend and a Paris in Manhattan experience to food enthusiasts and the A-list of American society.” After closing La Caravelle restaurant in 2004, and pursuing her passion for Champagne, Rita started to market and distribute La Caravelle Champagne and Bordeaux, available in a growing number of distinguished New York (and other States) hospitality, restaurant and retail establishments. An avid Champagne lover, Rita promotes not only her La Caravelle Champagne but the Champagne region and wines in general. Capitalizing on her 25+ years of hospitality experience and her extensive network of colleagues that include chefs and restaurateurs worldwide, Rita formed Bouquet Ventures Hospitality Consulting in 2004. Rita shares the story of how she and her husband first came to NYC and instantly knew it was home. She shares how she made the pivot from owner of the iconic La Caravelle restaurant to taking their champagne and making it it’s own world renown brand. Her and MJ discuss their love of fried chicken and bubbles as well as many other delicious food pairings. Her deep love of hospitality helped her forge her unique and unparalleled path. This listen will inspire and delight!