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Kathy Casey
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Coming Up
Kathy Casey’s work sits between the kitchen and the bar, with culinary technique applied to cocktails and liquid service. That cross-training shows up in a body of work that is polished, playful, and built from a chef’s standard for finish. Today, Kathy is founder of Kathy Casey Food Studios, owner of Kathy Casey Food Studios – Liquid Kitchen, and owner of Dish D'Lish branded products and cafes.
Where They Are Now
After 27 years in Ballard, she has described the early role the business played in helping shape the neighborhood, marking a long presence in a place that changed alongside the work. The result is less a relocation story than a record of continuity: a studio practice tied to a specific city and a specific district. Her current interests also reach into Foodservice Education. Kathy Casey has noted her interview with The Center for the Advancement of Foodservice Education (CAFÉ), founded in 2002 as a link between the foodservice industry and the culinary classroom. The reference points to a career that has remained in contact with training, professional exchange, and the systems that move knowledge from industry into the classroom.
Signature
NW Table, Sips & Apps, and D'Lish Deviled Eggs are the signatures associated with Kathy Casey. The names point to a style that works across plate, glass, and shared-format service, with an emphasis on clarity, utility, and flavor. They also show a practical range: food that can hold in a dining room, at a bar, or in a casual spread without losing its point of view.
Honors
James Beard Award nomination for Sips & Apps, James Beard Award nomination for Kathy Casey's Northwest Table, Top 10 most influential bar people of the past 25 years, and Julia Child Cookbook Award nomination for Pacific Northwest the Beautiful Cookbook are the honors tied to Kathy Casey. The recognition spans beverage, book work, and broader bar culture, reflecting a career that has been read across more than one category and more than one room.
Profile updated July 2026
FAQ
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What is Kathy Casey's current role?
As of 2026, Kathy Casey is president.
What recognition has Kathy Casey received?
James Beard Award nomination for Sips & Apps.
