Spring has sprung, the days are getting longer, and you’ve got the itch to explore every inch of the Bay Area, right? Knock two dozen bars off your bucket list in one night when over 25 bartenders and chefs gather at the Ferry Building to pay tribute to their respective ’hoods.
Join CUESA, the United States Bartenders Guild, and The Bold Italic in toasting the many and varied neighborhoods that make up our beloved region in a night of creative cocktails and bites. From San Francisco’s Mission District to Oakland’s Uptown, the personalities of the drinks will be as diverse as the neighborhoods they celebrate, with spring farmers market produce providing the palette of flavors.
Guests receive three full-sized signature cocktails featuring Don Q Anejo Rum, Woodford Reserve, and Remy Cointreau and unlimited sample-size drinks, along with tickets for hors d’oeuvres in this walk-around tasting in the Ferry Building’s gorgeous Grand Hall. The folks from Bold Italic will bring their ever-popular Human-Powered Treat Machine, while a DJ spins the soundtrack of the Bay Area. Pick your favorite drink and vote to win prizes.
Proceeds from the night support CUESA’s educational initiatives and the USBG’s professional development programs.
Bartenders and neighborhoods include:
The Castro:
Crystal Chase of Blackbird
Dogpatch:
Richard Villa of Poquito collaborating with Christina Mae Henderson of Dogpatch Saloon
Downtown Berkeley:
Adam Stemmler of East Bay Spice Company collaborating with Justin D'Olier of Tupper and Reed
Embarcadero:
Jack Bates of Hard Water
The Haight:
Tim Hagney of Maven collaborating with Larry Piaskowy of Alembic
Hayes Valley/Civic Center:
Brian Nelson of Boxing Room collaborating with Alex Smith of Whitechapel
The Mission District:
Ben Jeffers of ABV collaborating with David Gallardo of Lolo
Nopa:
Trent Simpson of La Urbana
SOMA:
John Codd of AQ collaborating with Kinson Lau of Woodbury
North Beach:
Ian Adams of 15 Romolo collaborating with Apirada Nititha of Devil's Acre
The Tenderloin:
Vincent Toscano of Rye collaborating with Kevin Diedrich of BDK
Union Square:
Lachlan Bray of Kin Khao collaborating with Mo Hodges of Benjamin Cooper
Uptown Oakland:
Howie Slater of Drexl
Chefs and restaurants include:
Michelle Matthews, 15 Romolo
Kendra Kolling, The Farmer's Wife
Fine & Rare
Shauna DesVoignes, Knead Patisserie
Jorge Martinez Lillard, Lolo
Chris Seyersdahl and Richie Wilim, Precita Park Cafe
Simi Dhillon, Raj & Singh
John Fink, The Whole Beast
Presenting spirits include: Don Q Anejo Rum, Woodford Reserve, and Remy Cointreau
Tasting spirits include: 209 Gin, American Star Ghost Chili Vodka, Angel's Envy, Carpano Bianco, Mezcal Amaras from Anchor Distilling, Papa's Pilar Rum,Spirit Works Vodka, St. George Spirits' California Citrus Vodka, Sipsmith London Dry Gin
Please note: Must be 21 years to attend. Tickets are nonrefundable but are transferable.
About CUESA
CUESA is a nonprofit organization founded in 1994 to educate urban consumers about sustainable agriculture and to create links between urban dwellers and local farmers. We have managed the Ferry Plaza Farmers Market since 1999. We envision a healthy world nourished by environmentally sound, humane, economically viable, and socially just food systems.
About the USBG
The USBG is the most skilled, knowledgeable, and professional association of bartenders in the industry, uniting dedicated professionals in service to the traditions of our trade. Our mission is to empower bartenders in their careers, foster collaboration between members, and connect with the communities we serve.
Spring has sprung, the days are getting longer, and you’ve got the itch to explore every inch of the Bay Area, right? Knock two dozen bars off your bucket list in one night when over 25 bartenders and chefs gather at the Ferry Building to pay tribute to their respective ’hoods.
Join CUESA, the United States Bartenders Guild, and The Bold Italic in toasting the many and varied neighborhoods that make up our beloved region in a night of creative cocktails and bites. From San Francisco’s Mission District to Oakland’s Uptown, the personalities of the drinks will be as diverse as the neighborhoods they celebrate, with spring farmers market produce providing the palette of flavors.
Guests receive three full-sized signature cocktails featuring Don Q Anejo Rum, Woodford Reserve, and Remy Cointreau and unlimited sample-size drinks, along with tickets for hors d’oeuvres in this walk-around tasting in the Ferry Building’s gorgeous Grand Hall. The folks from Bold Italic will bring their ever-popular Human-Powered Treat Machine, while a DJ spins the soundtrack of the Bay Area. Pick your favorite drink and vote to win prizes.
Proceeds from the night support CUESA’s educational initiatives and the USBG’s professional development programs.
Bartenders and neighborhoods include:
The Castro:
Crystal Chase of Blackbird
Dogpatch:
Richard Villa of Poquito collaborating with Christina Mae Henderson of Dogpatch Saloon
Downtown Berkeley:
Adam Stemmler of East Bay Spice Company collaborating with Justin D'Olier of Tupper and Reed
Embarcadero:
Jack Bates of Hard Water
The Haight:
Tim Hagney of Maven collaborating with Larry Piaskowy of Alembic
Hayes Valley/Civic Center:
Brian Nelson of Boxing Room collaborating with Alex Smith of Whitechapel
The Mission District:
Ben Jeffers of ABV collaborating with David Gallardo of Lolo
Nopa:
Trent Simpson of La Urbana
SOMA:
John Codd of AQ collaborating with Kinson Lau of Woodbury
North Beach:
Ian Adams of 15 Romolo collaborating with Apirada Nititha of Devil's Acre
The Tenderloin:
Vincent Toscano of Rye collaborating with Kevin Diedrich of BDK
Union Square:
Lachlan Bray of Kin Khao collaborating with Mo Hodges of Benjamin Cooper
Uptown Oakland:
Howie Slater of Drexl
Chefs and restaurants include:
Michelle Matthews, 15 Romolo
Kendra Kolling, The Farmer's Wife
Fine & Rare
Shauna DesVoignes, Knead Patisserie
Jorge Martinez Lillard, Lolo
Chris Seyersdahl and Richie Wilim, Precita Park Cafe
Simi Dhillon, Raj & Singh
John Fink, The Whole Beast
Presenting spirits include: Don Q Anejo Rum, Woodford Reserve, and Remy Cointreau
Tasting spirits include: 209 Gin, American Star Ghost Chili Vodka, Angel's Envy, Carpano Bianco, Mezcal Amaras from Anchor Distilling, Papa's Pilar Rum,Spirit Works Vodka, St. George Spirits' California Citrus Vodka, Sipsmith London Dry Gin
Please note: Must be 21 years to attend. Tickets are nonrefundable but are transferable.
About CUESA
CUESA is a nonprofit organization founded in 1994 to educate urban consumers about sustainable agriculture and to create links between urban dwellers and local farmers. We have managed the Ferry Plaza Farmers Market since 1999. We envision a healthy world nourished by environmentally sound, humane, economically viable, and socially just food systems.
About the USBG
The USBG is the most skilled, knowledgeable, and professional association of bartenders in the industry, uniting dedicated professionals in service to the traditions of our trade. Our mission is to empower bartenders in their careers, foster collaboration between members, and connect with the communities we serve.
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