Meet the team
tommy patrick
rachel peebles
tommy patrick
I have been in the industry for more than 20 years. When I turned 16, my mom gave me my first job as a dishwasher in her restaurant. By the time I was 21, I realized I wanted to open my own restaurant. Not only did I have a passion for food, I loved guiding people with flavors, and introducing people to new dishes and whiskeys.
I wanted t
I have been in the industry for more than 20 years. When I turned 16, my mom gave me my first job as a dishwasher in her restaurant. By the time I was 21, I realized I wanted to open my own restaurant. Not only did I have a passion for food, I loved guiding people with flavors, and introducing people to new dishes and whiskeys.
I wanted to make this restaurant both a 5-star experience and utterly unpretentious. Our team is here to share our passions with you and we hope you enjoy them.
john slagle
rachel peebles
tommy patrick
I have been a private collector of spirits for more than 10 years, in the industry for 15. This restaurant is my sharing of my collection and my knowledge. Though I may be referred to as the 'professor', I have no doctorate- just passion. I've always appreciated being able to share what I know and opening my own restaurant gives me the fr
I have been a private collector of spirits for more than 10 years, in the industry for 15. This restaurant is my sharing of my collection and my knowledge. Though I may be referred to as the 'professor', I have no doctorate- just passion. I've always appreciated being able to share what I know and opening my own restaurant gives me the freedom to do just that. Additionally, who doesn't want to be their own boss?
Feel free to ask me about spirits; though this is a whiskey bar, I have a secret passion for rum! ~ The Professor
rachel peebles
rachel peebles
rachel peebles
I fell in love with cooking as a teenager. I have a background in art that has absolutely translated to my culinary career. I really love the intersection of food and culture and the opportunity to celebrate both of those things in my work.
I am always trying to learn more- I love exploring food and I invite you to explore with me. My cur
I fell in love with cooking as a teenager. I have a background in art that has absolutely translated to my culinary career. I really love the intersection of food and culture and the opportunity to celebrate both of those things in my work.
I am always trying to learn more- I love exploring food and I invite you to explore with me. My current focus is charcuterie-- I am excited to share my work and my joy with you!
jessica gonser
jessica gonser
rachel peebles
I love wine for a lot of reasons. The main one is that it is meant for sharing, and like all the other members of my team, I love to share my knowledge and passions with people. That's why I am in this industry. Secondly, wine is meant to be enjoyed (as many have said- "life is too short to drink bad wine"). Lastly, wine is this ever chan
I love wine for a lot of reasons. The main one is that it is meant for sharing, and like all the other members of my team, I love to share my knowledge and passions with people. That's why I am in this industry. Secondly, wine is meant to be enjoyed (as many have said- "life is too short to drink bad wine"). Lastly, wine is this ever changing animal; there is always something new to learn or try.
I have built this wine list with the idea that there is something for everyone to enjoy and something for everyone to try. And as I continue to learn, in my never-ending wine knowledge quest, the wine list will continue to evolve.
"Gentlemen, in the little moment that remains to us between the crisis and the catastrophe, we may as well drink a glass of Champagne." --- Paul Claudel
the team
jessica gonser
the team
Although many of us have been neighborhood staples, we want to thank you for letting us be part of your community! Our focus is to bring fresh, local food and beverages from around the world together in our little hole-in the wall. We are focused on sustainability, celebrating local ingredients, and sharing our spirit and spirits with you
Although many of us have been neighborhood staples, we want to thank you for letting us be part of your community! Our focus is to bring fresh, local food and beverages from around the world together in our little hole-in the wall. We are focused on sustainability, celebrating local ingredients, and sharing our spirit and spirits with you.
Thank you for letting us be part of your community. We look forward to joining the ballard food scene and driving it forward for years to come.