[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 39 (Tuesday, March 5, 2024)]
[Senate]
[Page S2209]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        TRIBUTE TO NICK SELIMOS

 Mr. RUBIO. Mr. President, I honor Nick Selimos in celebration 
of his 50 years as manager and maitre d' at The Monocle Restaurant, a 
fixture on Capitol Hill.
  Nick Selimos was born in Sparta in the Peloponnese region of Greece. 
He spent his childhood there before immigrating to the United States of 
America to study physics at the University of Maryland. On Friday, 
March 8, 1974, Nick started what he expected to be a part-time job 
working with a Greek family but ended up with a 50-year career at The 
Monocle.
  When you enter The Monocle, it is Nick that who greet you by name, 
firm handshake, and a smile. He always asks about your day, your 
family, and enjoys a little political banter as he walks you to your 
table. An avid reader, Nick takes current events seriously; he is 
always on top of what is happening on Capitol Hill, across the country, 
and internationally.
  Nick embodies true ``Greek hospitality'' by always treating everyone 
with respect and familial ease. The magic of Nick's charm is evidenced 
by the regular customers who dine at The Monocle who enjoy spending 
time with him. His tireless work ethic has set a standard for 
excellence in the industry. Please join me in congratulating Nick 
Selimos on his remarkable career.

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