At Heartwood, the concept of pairing food and beverages is taken to a new level. Chef Varin Keokitvon (FareStart) and beverage director Amanda Reed (RN74, Tavern Law) work closely to create a menu that pairs each of Keokitvon’s dishes with original beverages by Reed. While the menu will change regularly, dishes such as wagyu beef jerky (paired with a cocktail made from Spanish beer and vermouth) and yellowtail crudo with lemon-pimenton vinaigrette (served with a gin-and-celery bitters cocktail), reflect Keokitvon’s Laotian heritage, Seattle roots, and training at revered Spanish restaurant El Celler de Can Roca.