What can I say about Tim Davey? Longtime friend ( from back in his days at Uptown Liquor), unapologetic Red Sox fan (his downfall), Liquor Genius and now, Beaker & Flask employee. I’m really happy to have him in the mix. Tim left the retail liquor business about a year ago and has undergone a rapid transfer to fine bartender. He and I worked together for a brief stint at The Clyde where he got his feet wet behind the bar and helped to build one of the more impressive whiskey selections in the city. He is currently plying his trade over at Castagna Café and working on a feature article for Imbibe Magazine, but he will be joining our team when the time comes. Tim will be taking on the task of “Spirit Sommelier” (although we both hate that term, please suggest alternatives.) He’ll be continuing in his quest to bring about a new understanding of the spirit world through education and introduction of excellent new products to the State of Oregon. In the meantime, outside of Castagna, Tim keeps busy by hosting monthly spirit dinners at various venues around Portland. I’ve had a great time being his bartender for two of these events (Rye & Absinthe) and I’ll be assuming those duties again at his next dinner this month. I’ll just post his press release below:
Italian Bitters: rival flavors to waltz, no intermission
On Monday evening June 16, 2008 at the Cleaners event space
in the Ace Hotel, there will be an Italian Bitters dinner. There will be
fivecourses, spirit pairings, educational interludes, and delight. Doors
will open at 6:45 pm, dinner is at 7:00. This is spirit dinner #4: the
collaboration of Timothy Davey and Kelley Swenson. Your chef is Mr.
Jack Yoss of Ten01.
The diversity of Italian bitters provides provocative opportunities
for spirit pairings. You can anticipate thoughtful cocktails and neat
servings. Expect a new twist to take “flight.” If you have any
questions, please do not hesitate to respond via email. For parties
new to this format, a word: a buoyant environment will ensue. We look
forward to guiding you through this wonderful experience.
To make a reservation please email Timothy: thetimmyd@gmail.com.
Please include your full name and the number of persons in your party.
Interested parties will receive an email to confirm their reservation.
The cost of this dinner is $85/person, including gratuity. Seating is
limited. If dinner #3: absinthe is any indication, seats will fill up
quickly.
host: timothy davey; kelley swenson
chef: jack yoss
June 16, 2008
1014 SW Stark Ave.
the Cleaners
6:45 pm: doors open
$85/person, includes gratuity
Reservations: thetimmyd@gmail.com
