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Dave White helps you reach 'Zen'
By Denise K. James, Special to The Post and Courier
Thursday, August 19, 2010
I ventured to West Ashley's hip, new establishment, Zen Asian Fusion, to see what the fuss is about and to hang with bartender Dave White.
He's not only my neighbor on James Island, he also knows how to make everything from Saki cocktails to dessert martinis.
The bar is captivating with its warm, yellow glow. It's relaxing and chic.
Q: How long have you been with Zen?
A: Since it opened in March of this year.
Q: How is business going?
A: It's going well. Weekends are busy, especially Friday and Saturday nights. Tuesday is also a good time. We do live music that night. We already get a lot of regulars. People tell their friends about us because they like the food and atmosphere.
Q: Describe your background as a bartender.
A: I've been in Charleston for about a year. I started out at Mad River. Before I got to Charleston, I bartended in Las Vegas for about two years. You see some crazy people out there; it's definitely a different world!
Q: What are the happy hours and specials?
A: We do a happy hour 4-7 p.m. Monday-Friday. It's a dollar off beers and liquors, and $5 for a large saki. We also extend happy hour on Mondays for the food and beverage crowd, so it lasts all night.
Q: What drink do you love making?
A: I would have to say the Scorpion Bowl. It's vodka, gin, and rum with orange, cranberry and pineapple juices, plus triple sec and grenadine. We light it on fire when it's presented, and the customers love it.
Q: Tell me about the menu here.
A: It's Asian fusion, so we have a bit of everything: Chinese, Japanese, Thai and sushi. I love our sushi and as far as hot entrees go, I like the Flavor of Malaysia. It's very tasty and really spicy. I recommend it to customers often.
if you go
what: Zen Asian Fusion.
where: 2037 Sam Rittenberg Blvd.
phone: 766-6331.
Q: Where do you like to go out in Charleston?
A: I go out to places on Market Street since I worked there and I know everyone. I enjoy going to NV, the place above Henry's.
Q: Who's a celebrity you'd like to serve a drink to?
A: Natalie Portman. I've had a crush on her since the 10th grade.
Q: How would you improve the nightlife in Charleston?
A: I would open up an actual dance club, where people really dance. I miss that about bigger cities. I used to be a house music DJ and there's not a whole lot of that around here.
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