The Soiree

Signature Cocktail & Bites Competition

January 25th, 2026 I 1:30-4 PM

Cavu Cellars

Thank you, Walla Walla, for your incredible support of this year’s Signature Cocktail & Bites Competition! Together, we raised $27,000 to support cancer patients in Walla Walla and across Washington.

A huge thank-you to our Presenting Sponsors, Koncrete Industries and Nelson Construction; our Beverage Sponsor, Black Tongue Society; and our Photo Booth Sponsor, Rockwool, for making this event possible.

Most importantly, we are deeply grateful to all of the talented participants who competed across all three categories. This event would not have happened without your time, creativity, and willingness to give up your Sunday—thank you!

Congratulations to our winners, and heartfelt thanks to everyone who contributed to making this event such a success!

CONGRATS TO OUR WINNERS

BEST COCKTAIL: Hayden Tucker, Salted Mill

BEST MOCKTAIL: Nick Spencer, Ace of Cups

BEST BITE: Corie Konen

2026 Participants


BARTENDERS

Forest Rogers-Phillips

 

Judy Bennett

 

Kalani Cayaban

 

Kevin Hetterley  

 

Kim White 

Caterers — Red Star Barn

 

Hayden Tucker

Tana Mielke Oliver

 

Cia Cortinas

 

Nick Spencer

 

Grace Ferrel

 

Grace Ferrel

 

Conchita Sanchez

CHEFS

R & B BBQ

 

Wild Thyme Mobile Bistro

Wild Thyme

 

Where There’s Food Eat it!

 

Walla Walla Pasta Factory