FILTER.
That's exactly what we should do. I would go so far as to say we could plan this under his nose so he doesn't know I'm involved, but I wasn't kidding about him probably already knowing I'm doing this. One look and he's got me figured out.
I think between the three of us, though, we should be good. I've got some ideas on who to chat without about getting good booze, as well as talking to Vex for bakery assistance. That seems like a good start.