In this episode, Diasha and Arlene talk a lot about wines and spirits, developing a career by working hard at something new, and about a life of learning on board a cruise ship.
We hope you enjoy the journey on today’s Pathway!
Diasha Ross, or just “Ross” as he is known to many, is a local mixologist and sommelier. Starting out as a waiter at what was then the LaSource Resort, Diasha worked his way up and became the sommelier of the restaurant, working with the chefs to craft perfect wine pairings for their nightly menus. Some time after, he had the opportunity to join a cruise ship crew and left Grenada, traveling the world first as a bartender, then rising to the level of head mixologist on the Norwegian Cruise Line.
Upon returning home after the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, Diasha met the Hamid sisters - owners of the new Wild Orchid Restaurant and Bar at the Annandale Waterfall and Forest Park - and joined the team as head mixologist at the bar.
Reach out to Diasha through:
Facebook: Diyahsha Ross
Email: sterline-1987_@hotmail.com
Show Notes:
- Diasha got into the cruise ship industry through the St. Lucian recruiting company, Mampa Agency Ltd.
- He worked for nearly 10 years on the Norwegian Cruise Line.
- Cooking up some Lobster Thermidor? Ross suggests pairing it with a Luis Jadot Chablis for just the right blend of flavour and texture on your palate.
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This episode was also brought to you by the Wild Orchid Restaurant and Bar. Nestled within the lush, recently reopened and illuminated Annandale Waterfall and Forest Park, the Wild Orchid offers a new social experience in the breathtakingly beautiful natural surroundings. Listen all the way through this episode so you can participate in the trivia round.
Stay tuned to Grenadian STEAM’s social media for details. Competition closes at noon on April 27th, when two winners will be randomly selected to receive a $30 voucher each to the Wild Orchid. Don’t miss out!
Pathways is produced and edited by Grenadian STEAM Inc.
Your host is Arlene Hayes
Theme song produced by Andrew ‘Hitz’ Phillip
The thoughts and ideas expressed on this podcast are those of the guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the host, Grenadian STEAM, or its members.
The thoughts and ideas expressed on this podcast episode are those of the host and her guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of, Grenadian STEAM or its members.