Michael Cadden, Space Needle
Cocktail Name: Botanical Moon
Providence Ministry: Infusion & Pharmacy Services
I was born in Seattle and spent most of my youth in Eastern Washington. I moved back home to Seattle 29 years ago and live with my wife, Sinéad, in the neighborhood I was born, Matthews Beach. We have two daughters and two granddaughters. I’ve been bartending for 20 years in the craft cocktail world. It’s a family affair as my wife’s been bartending for well over 30 since she moved here from Ireland.
Spoiling grandchildren is my main hobby, but I enjoy entering cocktail competitions as well. I have found great success on a local, national and global level. Over the years, I’ve been in well over 300 competitions, and have traveled all over the world learning about the history of spirits, and where they were made creating great friendships along the way.
Lauren Davidson, Bang Bang Kitchen
Cocktail Name: The Spirit of Fruitcake
Providence Ministry: Assisted Living & Skilled Nursing
Seattle born and raised bartender (specifically Capitol Hill and the Central District), aspiring visual artist, former college soccer player, wine enthusiast, lover of plants and animals.
The Restaurant at DeLille Cellars
Providence Ministry: Home Health
Jonathan Mathews, Kwanchai
Cocktail Name: Sparkling Cardamom Peartini
Providence Ministry: Hospice
Jonathan Mathews is the Principal Designer of KWANCHAI - Jonathan Mathews design group, one of the leading event design firms in Seattle. He is also the owner of Kwanchai Liquor Company, locally crafted spirits, and is currently writing a Thai Cookbook with cocktail pairings for entertaining, inspired by the seasons.
Taylor Fahnestock, Morrison Healthcare
Cocktail Name: Kringle's Ho Ho Fizz
Providence Ministry: ElderPlace PACE
Taylor Fahnestock is the Operations Manager for our Providence ElderPlace Clinic in South Seattle. She is from Texas originally and moved to the PNW in 2016 with her spouse, Nik, and pup, Huckleberry. She has worked in healthcare and with seniors for about 10 years and for about 15 years she bartended on and off. I love the interaction it brings almost as much as I love the work I do with Providence and the seniors we help. Cheers!
Gabriel Paz, AQUA by El Gaucho
Cocktail Name: Hibiscus Chi-Chi
Providence Ministry: Supportive Housing
Gabriel Paz brings over 20 years of bartending experience to his craft, the last 3 with AQUA. When he is not mixing drinks and making guests happy, he enjoys being with family and friends and fixing cars. His inspiration for this cocktail stems from his proud Mexican heritage and a passion for using products that showcase vibrant colors and flavors.
