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The
Lodge Dining Room
The Lodge at Sun Valley
Sun Valley, ID
208-622-2150
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The
Sun Valley Lodge in Sun Valley, Idaho is America's
original ski resort, opening its first lift in 1936.
The resort was the brainchild of Union Pacific Railroad
boss Averell Harriman, who was determined to create
a more glamorous ski destination than those in Europe
and of course, persuade travelers to use the railroad.
The
resort opened to a blizzard of parties with movie
stars and socialites of the day including Spencer
Tracy, Gary Cooper and Katherine Hepburn. Today, where
the bar and hallways are packed with pictures of soirees
past and famous faces, it is one of the most chic
resorts in the world. Unlike the glitz and glamour
of the illustrious guests, the property is understated
and elegant.
While
many celebrities like Brooke Shields, Oscar winning
Director and accomplished skier, Clint Eastwood, and
Jamie Lee Curtis have homes in Sun Valley, they still
visit the resort, mainly for the incredible dining.
The Lodge Dining Room on the second floor has a spectacular
setting with refined service and one of the Northwest's
best wine lists. It is resplendent with crystal chandeliers,
silver cutlery and linen napkins. You'll need to dress
like a star. A coat and tie for the gentlemen and
ladies can show off their finest couture outfits.
It is definitely not appropriate to wear your ski
attire here.
The menu is exquisite. For starters, try the Galantine
of Quail and Foie Gras with Pistachios and Black Currant
Puree or the Classic French Onion Soup with Apple
Brandy and Gruyere Cheese. Tempting main courses like
Sautéed Elk Loin with Huckleberries, Roasted Shallots
and Butternut Squash Puree or Pan Fried Idaho Ruby
Trout with Meuniere Butter and Almonds and Citrus
Scented Cous Cous. Perfect offerings for a healthy
apres-ski appetite!
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