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Tom Douglas

Member

Executive Chef & Owner at Tom Douglas Restaurants

HospitalityMember since April 2026

About

James Beard Award winner (Best Northwest Chef 1994, Best Restaurateur 2012). Opened Dahlia Lounge 35+ years ago and built a Seattle restaurant empire including Serious Pie, Lola, and Seatown. Author of three cookbooks and host of a weekly radio show on 710 KIRO.

How To

How to Connect With Tom Douglas

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  1. 1

    Understand what Tom does

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  2. 2

    Confirm a mutual fit

    Check whether your goals or your network align with who Tom works with best.

  3. 3

    Prepare a warm opener

    Draft a short note that names a specific reason for the outreach — a shared contact, a relevant project, or a clear ask. Busy operators respond to specific, warm context.

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    Reach out through Vantage

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Frequently Asked

Questions about Tom Douglas

Who is Tom Douglas?+

James Beard Award winner (Best Northwest Chef 1994, Best Restaurateur 2012). Opened Dahlia Lounge 35+ years ago and built a Seattle restaurant empire including Serious Pie, Lola, and Seatown.

What does Tom do?+

Tom is Executive Chef & Owner at Tom Douglas Restaurants in the Hospitality industry.

Where is Tom based?+

Tom is based in Seattle, Washington.

How can I connect with Tom?+

You can connect with Tom through the Vantage Network. Members can message directly or request a warm introduction from the tom profile page.