Where: Soho Wine and Martini Bar, 214 W. Crockett St. He's planning to move to Austin to manage CU-29, named after the symbol for copper. The bar at 720 Brazos St. is a joint project between the owners of Soho and Waxy O'Connors, and it should open within the next month.

How long have you been a bartender? Eight years.

Previously seen at: Pesca on the River (now Ostra).

Craziest bar story: I was taking care of this couple all night, and they were drunk. The guy kept pulling down the woman's top.

Favorite cocktails to make: Craft cocktails from quality, fresh ingredients.

CU-29 vs. Soho: It's all copper on the back bar and fixtures. It's a similar concept to this, a place to come and relax. I'm ready for it. I've been mentally preparing.

Jennifer McInnis