Michael & Jacquie – Well, I guess you could say we are a little like a hippie, tattooed version of Paul & Julia Child. Michael - calm and supportive, and still gainfully employed full-time with a defense contractor. Jacquie – large, goofy, in love with life, and now released from her past ‘office hell’ to bring the Cock & Bowl dream to life. And both are completely obsessed with good food, fine beverages, European culture and travel, music, friends, and fun. Stateside, if there happens to be a campfire nearby, we are uncontrollably drawn to belting out Led Zeppelin acoustic covers, Michael as Jimmy Page, and Jacquie as Robert Plant.

Chef Daniel's cooking background is very French with a touch of Belgium here and there. Growing up as an Army brat, he credits interest in becoming a chef to the exposure to the cuisine of so many cultures. His food philosophy? He is a firm believer that good food is made from happy animals by happy cooks, and Daniel's social food conscience is a driving force behind his menu selections - from free range animals to local and sustainable produce and products. With over 10 years of experience planning menus and preparing foods in DC and NoVa, Daniel brings experience, passion, and fun to the cozy kitchen at our place. When asked about his preference for a chef’s hat, Daniel quickly requested a Viking helmet, and we knew we found the perfect chef for Team Cock! Of course, Viking helmets aren’t all that easy to come by these days.

Al says, “I have small hands. I can’t grow a beard. My life has been rejuvenated after losing nearly 200 pounds on a diet of only Caesar Salad and fierce determination. No tragedies transpired during my tenure as head of FEMA. When I’m not globe-trotting, running marathons, or working at the bistrot, I enjoy being the only guy in an all-girl REO Speedwagon cover band.”

Francois – Francois is definitely fond of the ladies and the limelight, and can often be seen about the bistrot posing with groups for photos. Let it be known, he has a bit of a problem with the bottle, and was found on more than one morning asleep in the bathtub surrounded by empties. Francois is happy to sit at your table and help you celebrate your special evening, but truthfully, he isn’t much on conversation. And he is available for hire to help you get on the HOV lanes, but we’ve been told his rate is pretty ridiculous.