About
It all started when…
Chef Heather, Judson and Amanda were working together at another beloved Portland restaurant. They bonded over their love of Pacific Northwest ingredients and soon had a vision to create a fun neighborhood bistro. In the Fall of 2018 their dream came to life when they opened Normandie.
Normandie combines modern French inspiration with the bounties of the Pacific Coast. The menu focuses on small plates with big flavor. Expect a seafood heavy, flavor-forward food menu as well as an inventive cocktail program. Our menu changes frequently, as we bring fresh, seasonal plates to our guests.
Heather Kintler
Executive Chef and co-owner
Her cooking style is adventurous and bold; much like herself. While studying Photography, she began working as a prep cook and quickly discovered that cooking was the creative outlet she had been searching for. Within three years she rose to Executive Chef at Emiliano’s Café. Florida couldn’t hold Heather’s creativity, so she chased ingredients to Portland. She spent 16 years as executive Sous Chef at The Veritable Quandary. During her tenure she honed her leadership skills in a high-volume restaurant. After the closure of VQ she joined Side Yard Farm & Kitchen as Sous Chef and Co-Farm Manager. Her experience on a community oriented organic farm deepened her understanding of utilizing every part of vegetables and herbs, from root to seed, fruit and flower. Through a humble and grounded approach, Kintler provides an elevated experience of what a neighborhood bistro can be, by showcasing the abundance of the Pacific Northwest, sourcing responsibly and locally. Her menus are built to please thrill seekers, artists, but most importantly the everyday human. With the use of simple ingredients and bold flavors, Heather transforms the ordinary to unexpected.
Judson Winquist
Operations and co-owner
Judson Winquist has only known employment within the food and beverage industry. From mom-and-pop cafes to catering large weddings and small formal gatherings, Through hard work and experience Judson gained a well rounded perspective of service and hospitality.
Amanda Winquist
Wine Director and co-owner
Amanda started working in restaurants on and off to support herself through school. She has worked almost every position, from prep cook to floor manager. While obtaining her Master’s Degree in nonprofit management she worked as a server and bartender. Her thirst for learning led her to Portland to explore its abundance of farm to table food and world class wine. While working at Beaker and Flask, Amanda was invited to be the assistant wine buyer. In 2012 she left and became the wine director at Veritable Quandary. She then went on to open Q Restaurant and Bar where she worked as its wine director. For the past four years she has centered the wine list at Normandie around women owned and made wines. She is Court of Masters trained and certified.