Nick Jonas and John Varvatos are launching yet one more enterprise enterprise.
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Nick Jonas is understood for dominating the music world, whereas pal John Varvatos is an icon within the vogue trade. So, once they collaborate on an concept collectively, will probably be thrilling. And whereas the duo has already launched a perfume and tequila model collectively, now they’re venturing into hospitality by opening a Mexican tequila-focused restaurant in San Diego this spring referred to as Villa One Tequila Gardens.
The rooftop bar, restaurant, and nightlife vacation spot will characteristic greater than 160 tequilas and Mezcals and fashionable Mexican fare with beautiful views from the rooftop of Theatre Field within the Gaslamp Quarter. “Villa One Tequila Gardens was shaped as a vacation spot oasis the place one can unwind and expertise the last word after-work or weekend Tulum getaway proper within the coronary heart of San Diego,” stated Jonas.
Talking of making a Tulum getaway within the coronary heart of SoCal, I used to be in a position to chat with Jonas and Varvatos concerning the inspiration behind the house and the position their journeys to Mexico performed within the inception of the house.
Why San Diego for the primary restaurant?
Nick Jonas: I’ve so many nice recollections in San Diego, and clearly, it simply seems like the right place – the sunsets there, the surroundings, the folks. It’s going to make for an unbelievable expertise on the Villa One Tequila Gardens.
John Varvatos: The Villa One Tequila Gardens are outside and rooftop areas for probably the most half. The situation in San Diego is totally magical. It has unbelievable views and magical nights, and the cool Gaslamp Quarter vibe simply made it the right spot.
What was the inspiration behind the design and menu?
NJ: I believe the design was actually impressed by many issues. John and I labored very arduous on the aesthetic for Villa One as a complete tequila model primarily based on our love for Mexican components and paying homage to the heritage there on the tequila and agave farms. So we wished to deliver a few of that taste to it. But in addition, with a bit of little bit of showbiz. We each like to put the present on, and this was an ideal venue for that.
JV: Nick and I wished to vibe off our journeys to Mexico. The thought is to make the menu as tasty and particular as attainable and create an expertise for the diners. As they are saying, “God is within the Particulars,” which is our strategy with the Tequila Gardens.
What inspiration did you’re taking out of your travels to create this house?
NJ: I believe the inspiration I take from my travels is admittedly nearly being eyes extensive open to every part round you and discovering inspiration in each little element, every part you see, everybody you meet. I have been lucky sufficient to journey to some unbelievable locations and had the chance to satisfy some wonderful individuals who impressed me and helped me develop as an artist and a creator.
JV: A lot of pure finishes, artisanal particulars, and on the similar time bringing fashionable touches that make this an electrical house.
A sneak peek at what the house will appear to be.
Villa One
What have you ever realized about Mexican tradition from creating this tequila model?
NJ: The factor I’ve realized by working with Arturo Fuentes, who’s our unbelievable grasp distiller, is simply concerning the artwork type of making tequila and the way far it goes again, and the eye to element — which is one thing John and I each care very a lot about. So, it was nice to consider that whereas designing the Tequila Gardens.
JV: There’s a huge sense of delight in high quality and expertise. Our grasp distiller, Arturo Fuentes, is all about perfection!
What’s your most memorable expertise in Mexico?
NJ: We have had so many reveals that have been simply out of this world, however on our most up-to-date tour there, we might go and play a few nights in Mexico Metropolis and movie it for our live performance movie, which was so enjoyable. The followers simply made it for us, and it was one of the crucial memorable experiences on the tour.
JV: The evening Nick and I, with household and mates, celebrated the delivery of Villa One. It was a really magical night that ended with Nick’s now-famous toast celebrating “Life As It Ought to Be.”
What’s one of the best trip you have ever taken?
NJ: I went to Greece just a few years again and had a tremendous time there. We went to Crete, and I had by no means been earlier than. Simply the meals, the views, the water, every part was magical.
JV: A few years again, I took my household to Venice, Rome, Athens, and the Greek islands. It was such an unbelievable journey with a lot historical past, magnificence, and one of the best meals on the planet!
