i. Biography
Coming Up
In Portland kitchens, Tim Artale built range by moving through rooms with different tempos and expectations. Smallwares, Aviary, Proud Mary, and St. Jack all sit in that early line of work, and each one helped shape the discipline now associated with his cooking. The throughline is not flair for its own sake; it is the accumulation of habits that come from repetition, service, and the pressure of doing the work cleanly night after night. At Scotch Lodge, that groundwork resolves into a style marked by precision, restraint, and a modern sense of abundance.
Where They Are Now
At Scotch Lodge, Tim Artale’s work centers on the food menu, where the cooking is described as a playfully modern Pacific Northwest inspired style. The clearest read comes from the plates themselves, which move between familiar forms and sharper edges without losing control. Arancini with Avocado Crema, togarashi, and dashi sets the tone. Silken tofu with sunflower seed mousse, chicory, arame, chile crisp, and pomegranate seeds extends it. Beef tartare with sambal, charred gremolata, pine nut, mustard frill, Cacio di Roma, miso, and rice cracker, along with pappardelle paired with duck breast, broccolini, shallots, seaweed butter, Grana Padano, and nira, shows a kitchen working in contrasts rather than heavy gestures. The menu’s strength is in how those contrasts are managed. Dairy and seaweed, chile and rice cracker, duck and tofu, dashi and miso are all held in balance, so the plate lands with clarity instead of clutter. Under Tim Artale, Scotch Lodge’s food reads as composed, direct, and attentive to texture, with enough tension in each dish to keep the room engaged.
Signature
Tim's signature dishes include Arancini, Avocado Crema, Togarashi, and Dashi.
Honors
Chef de Cuisine is the title to state plainly, and it sits as the clearest marker of Tim Artale’s position at Scotch Lodge.
Profile updated July 2026
FAQ
Asked of Tim
What is Tim Artale's current role?
As of 2026, Tim Artale is Chef de Cuisine.
Where did Tim Artale work before?
Tim Artale's earlier career included Smallwares, Aviary, Proud Mary, St. Jack.
What is Tim Artale known for?
Designing the food menu at Scotch Lodge.
