Our Team

 Diana Pittet

A former Latin teacher, Diana traded in the classical world for classic cocktails after she earned a master’s degree from NYU in Food Studies. She is now back at NYU teaching a graduate seminar on the history, culture, and politics of drinking. Also in New York City, Diana leads walking tours about Prohibition and the birth of the cocktail. Raised in Atlantic Highlands and now living in Asbury Park, Diana is an avid traveler and has visited over 50 different countries and has surfed in half of them.

Diana's Services

• Cocktail-making classes (in-person and Zoom)

• Spirits tastings (in-person and Zoom)

• Cocktail and spirits history classes (in-person and Zoom)

• Walking tours in NYC

• Signature cocktails

• Event planning

Paul Check

A Monmouth County native, Paul became interested in cocktails while working at bars in Asbury Park. He later ran a popular speakeasy-style bar serving bespoke classic cocktails. He is now the head bartender at Talula’s in Asbury Park, where he leads seasonal cocktail classes. Paul is also a whisky enthusiast and the founder of the Asbury Park Whisky Club.

Paul’s Services

• Cocktail-making classes (in-person and Zoom)

• Spirit tastings (in-person and Zoom)

• Cocktail catering

• Signature cocktails

• Consulting