Fatima Hite-Igras

Managing Partner and Beverage Director at Palm House

Fatima Hite-Igras brings over 15 years of hands-on hospitality experience to Palm House, where she serves as a Managing Partner and the driving force behind the restaurant’s award-winning cocktail program. As a seasoned operator, bartender and spirits curator, Fatima has developed the Palm House bar from the ground up - infusing it with a sense of adventure, discovery, and fun.

Her expertise spans every category of spirits, and she’s constantly tasting, evaluating, and experimenting with new expressions to ensure the menu remains dynamic and inventive. While her specialty lies in tropical-inspired cocktails, Fatima’s deep knowledge of spirits makes her an invaluable creative leader behind the bar. Whether she’s fine-tuning a house rum blend or crafting seasonal drink specials, Fatima blends precision, passion, and playfulness into every pour.

Judges

Meet our 2025 Judges

Bert Svensson

Wine, Beer, Spirits - Liquor Department Manager and and Buyer at AVP, Pavilions Rancho Santa Margarita