David Everett
Scott Hoyland
Adam Steely
Michael Claar
Carter Sheldon
Bistro Bios
David Everett
Executive Chef & Owner
David is the driving culinary force behind The Blue Talon Bistro. His passion for simply presented comfort food and great local product keeps him working on new menu ideas and presentations. You can see David's full bio here.
- Town where you grew up: Melbourne, Florida
- Favorite dish: Calves Liver
- Favorite musical act/performer: Bob Dylan
- Favorite sports team/figure: Rafa Nadal
- Hobby you wish you had time for: Surfing
- Best place you've lived (other than Williamsburg): Boulder, Colorado
- One thing people should know about you: Secret identity as a cabinet maker
- Favorite pet: Maisy - Golden Doodle
- Favorite junk food: Necco Wafers
- Favorite wine: Burgundy
- Favorite movie: Pulp Fiction
Scott Hoyland
Chef de Cuisine
Scott has enjoyed a distinguished career as an Executive Chef in more than one city, including New Orleans and Jacksonville. Scott worked alongside David earlier in his career in Washington D.C. after an injury ended his career as a professional hockey player.
- Town where you grew up: Hyattsville, Maryland
- Favorite dish: Pied de Cochon (Pig's Trotter)
- Favorite musical act/performer: Bob Dylan
- Favorite sports team/figure: Washington Capitols
- Hobby you wish you had time for: Home improvement
- Best place you've lived (other than Williamsburg): St. Augustine/Jacksonville, Florida
- One thing people should know about you: 30% of torso covered in tattoos
- Favorite pet: Dogs
- Favorite junk food: Mexican take-out
- Favorite wine: Semillon
- Favorite movie: Devil's Rejects
Adam Steely
General Manager & Owner
Adam's passion for wine keeps him searching for ever better values and better wine events. You will find Adam in the dining room or behind the bar daily. You can find out more about Adam here.
- Town where you grew up: Syria, Virginia
- Favorite dish: Blackened salmon
- Favorite musical act/performer: Dire Straits
- Favorite sports team/figure: New York Yankees
- Hobby you wish you had time for: Hiking/camping
- Best place you've lived (other than Williamsburg): Charlottesville, Virginia
- One thing people should know about you: Dangerously good at backgammon
- Favorite pet: Holly Golightly - Jack Russell terrier
- Favorite junk food: Bugles or Suzy-Q's
- Favorite wine: Yes
- Favorite movie: Casablanca
Michael Claar
Bistro Manager
- Town where you grew up: Newport News
- Favorite sports team/figure: Da Bears
- Hobby you wish you had time for: Collecting unfinished home improvement projects
- One thing people should know about you: Addicted to cliche sports movies
- Favorite junk food: Moutain Dew
- Favorite movie: Dreamcatcher
James White
Sous Chef
- Town where you grew up: Richmond, VA
- Favorite sports team/figure: Minnesota Vikings
- Hobby you wish you had time for: Guitar, Banjo, Fishing
- One thing people should know about you: Loves Disney movies
- Favorite junk food: Cheetos
- Favorite movie: Apocalypse Now
Carter Sheldon
Sous Chef
Carter came to us over 1 1/2 years ago and took up the role of A.M. Sous Chef. That position makes Carter responsible for an amazing amount of the food you enjoy when you visit us, whether for Lunch or Dinner. The next time you stop in for coffee, remember that he got here hours before and will be here until the evening, all to be sure that you can enjoy consistent Blue Talon quality. Thank you Carter!
- Town where you grew up: Williamsburg
- Favorite dish: Lamb Shank
- Favorite musical act/performer:
- Favorite sports team/figure: VT Hokies
- Hobby you wish you had time for: Golf
- Best place you've lived (other than Williamsburg): Radford
- One thing people should know about you: "My son Ari is the greatest thing in my life."
- Favorite pet: Boochie (first dog)
- Favorite junk food: Candy
- Favorite movie: Any National Lampoon Vacation movie