Bartender vs. bartender

Supporters of the Periwinkle Foundation including Callie Bike, Brent Bike, Becky Bike, Robert Bauer, Matt Mogas, Melinda Mogas, Nick Postolos, and Tom Clancy gathered at the Lyric Market food hall in the Theatre District for the sold-out Iron Bartender event. More than 140 guests attended the fundraising celebration that pitted local bartenders against one another for the title of Iron Bartender Champion. Brian Choate of Refuge was named the 2023 winner. Other winners included: People’s Choice Award winner Rachel McQuity of Winnie’s, First Runner Up and Most Creative Cocktail winner David Perez of Lei Low, Best Seller winner Drew Bennett of Anvil, Bar Chef Award winner Sabrina Poe of Rosewood, and Best Bar Service winner Mauro Cisneros of Doris Metropolitan. The event, chaired by Sean Beck, raised $50,000 for Periwinkle’s camps and Arts and Survivor programs for children, teens, and families who are living with cancer and other life-threatening illnesses. 

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