Quotes from Maneet Chauhan

My decision to open my first restaurant in Nashville was born from my heart. From the moment I stepped foot in Music City, I have had a love affair with the people and burgeoning culinary scene.

My husband and I grew up in India, so saag and tikka sauces are very nostalgic for us.

Every time I look at both of my children, I see a future which is very bright for them, and I recognize that I need to be a role model. If they see me as someone who can achieve whatever I want, I believe that they will follow in my footsteps, and that is something that I strive for every single day.

I believe in myself. I also believe in the people around me, who are my support system, and knowing that they are there for me makes me stronger and more ready to fight the world.

My mantra in life is 'nothing ventured, nothing gained,' and I very strongly stick by it.

There are no failures in life: only learning opportunities.

My husband and I went to Venice, Italy, for our first-year anniversary and spent a day on the Island of Burano. There, we had lunch at the famed Trattoria al Gatto Nero da Ruggero - one of the most incredible meals of our lives.

At the end of the day, walk away feeling proud of what you have achieved.

I literally just do whatever I want to do.