biography of oven spoonful owner - Port Angeles, Wash.

DAVE LONG took an interest in food at an early age. As an avid eater, it became apparent that being able to cook would be an asset. Helping his mother & grandmothers prepare food for family celebrations was a sure way to get a taste of everything, and learn a little about food.

This inspired Dave to enroll in South Seattle Community College's Culinary Arts program, where he found his passion and excelled. Upon graduating, he cut his chops in some of Seattle's finest restaurants and hotels, alongside several noted chefs, such as Caprial Pence, at Fullers, Jerry Traunfeld, at the Alexis Hotel, and Rip Ripley, at the Greenlake Grill.

Then he traveled north to Bellingham where he worked as executive chef for Rhododendron Cafe, Chuckanut Bay Catering and Semiahmoo Golf & Country Club. One notable achievement was the start-up of the Boundary Bay Brewing Co. As General Manager Dave was responsible for the physical layout of the kitchen, menu design and all the hiring and training for both the front and back of the house.

Finally the beauty of the Olympic Peninsula called Dave back to help design and open the Port Angeles Brewing Company. After operating the business as General Manager for several years, Dave and his partners sold the business. This opened a new chapter in his career, as he went on to teach culinary arts for the Port Angeles School District at both the high school and skills center as well as college level for the next seven years.

It is Dave's pleasure to invite you to share his love of food. Whether your enroll in cooking classes or have Oven Spoonful prepare food for your own special event, we're happy that you've chosen to join us, as our culture evolves and appreciation for organic and healthful eating returns to the family table.