Driftwood
Day 2: 5-Course Forage-to-Fork Tasting Series
Opened in January of last year, this Alki Beach eatery (named to Eater’s “Hottest New Restaurants in Seattle” List upon opening, and now in 2024 Eater’s “38 Essentials" List and “13 Best in West Seattle") is the show-stopping creation of Chef Dan Mallahan and his wife Jackie. Located along the shores of the Puget Sound, Driftwood takes its inspiration from the region surrounding it. Chef Mallahan partners with farmers in the Deschutes, Green and Snohomish River valleys and works closely with tribal members of the Quinaul and Makah tribes to source some of the best fish in the world. A native of Everett, Chef Mallahan earned his stripes working for James Beard Award-Winning Chef Nancy Oakes at the Michelin-starred Boulevard restaurant in San Francisco. In 2016, he had the opportunity to work with world-renowned chef Cristina Bowerman in Rome, cooking at her Michelin-starred Glass Hostaria. In 2017, he moved back to Seattle to open RIDER, a seafood-focused, wood-fired restaurant in the heart of downtown. At Driftwood, he dazzles with dishes that elevate the freshest meats, seafood, and produce to the highest level, served in a beautiful space designed by Jackie, with soft wood tones and sea colors of aqua and green. It all adds up to a powerhouse dining experience!
About the Host:
Dan Mallahan
Chef/Owner
Born and raised in Everett, WA, Chef Dan Mallahan graduated from the California Culinary Academy. He previously cooked in the kitchens of Michelin-Starred Boulevard (under James Beard Award-Winning Chef Nancy Oakes) and Michelin-Starred Glass Hostaria (under world-famous Chef Cristina Bowerman). In 2017, he served as Executive Chef for RIDER. Driftwood is his first restaurant.
The Lineup
All courses will be individually plated. For this event’s dietary restriction accommodation policy, see the Event FAQs below.
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Taylor's Shellfish
mediterranean mussel escabeche | fat bastard oyster
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Shinsui Asian Pear
pickled bartlett pear, pear brandy pâte de fruit, blue cheese, grape, hazelnut brittle, arugula
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Wild Mushroom Pain Perdu
roasted & pickled chanterelle, egg, whiskey apple butter, fried sage, kale, vinegar
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Braised Pork Shoulder
cabbage, spaetzle, apple chutney, black garlic pork jus, mustard greens, apple crisp
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Roasted Kabocha Squash Cheesecake
red miso caramel, sprouted toasted sunflower seeds, agrodolce
Driftwood
2722 Alki Ave SW
Seattle, WA 98116
Event FAQs
- What is the event ticket cancellation/refund policy?
- Restaurants purchase the food for our events 14 days before the event date, at which point we are on the hook for the cost of your ticket. As such, we are not able to offer refunds (or credits towards future events) for any cancellation requests submitted within 14 days of the event date. We will, however, issue full refunds for all cancellation requests submitted at least 14 days before the event date. All cancellation requests must be submitted via email to [email protected].
- What dietary restrictions/food allergies can be accommodated at this event?
- At this event the chef will provide substitutions for critical food allergies/dietary restrictions but will not make menu adjustments based on food preferences (e.g distaste for specific ingredients/flavor profiles). If you have restrictions/allergies, please make sure to Update Your Dietary Restrictions within your Account Info before or after you purchase tickets, or email us at [email protected] after you purchase tickets to let us know.
- Does this restaurant allow BYOB?
- No. This restaurant is a non-BYO establishment. Outside alcohol will not be permitted at this event.
