#69w/ Maxine Sumner: Building a Restaurant That Feels Like Home

Maxine Sumner shares the story behind Native Son, her community-driven restaurant in Canton, Texas, covering everything from a whirlwind Round Top pop-up to taking over the Van Zandt Country Club dining program. She discusses her path from bartending in San Francisco and L.A. to restaurant ownership, Vipassana meditation, hospitality principles, staff coaching, and plans for growth — plus practical bartending tips and the values that guide their business.   This show is Sponsored by www.VanZandtCoffee.com & Deen Property Group www.SamDeen.com.     & Eagles Nest Golf Lounge in Canton, Texas.  & Native Son - Canton, Texas