Best Choices for Ski Resort Restaurants
The ski trip has changed substantially from the no frills experience common in the 70s and 80s. The resorts across Idaho, Wyoming, Colorado, and Utah have been upgrading their facilities to craft the perfect ski vacation experience.
The previous 10 years has brought continual expansion to western ski resorts. They have expanded their size, quality, and breadth of services. Deer Valley Resort in Park City, Utah and Vail Resort in Vail, CO have risen to the top of the ski resort ranks. Deer Valley Resort has been ranked the #1 Ski Resort in North America by the readers of Ski Magazine in 2009, 2008, 2007, 2005, and 2001. Vail Resort held the honor in 2000, 2002, 2003, and 2006.
Deer Valley focuses on the quality of its finely groomed trails, on mountain services, and on mountain dining to retain its #1 ranking. The resort prides itself on its award winning lunch menu as well as its fine dining restaurants open every evening during the ski season. The restaurants are located in Deer Valley Resorts elegant ski lodges.
Selections at Deer Valleys 3 upscale dining restaurants include European and continental fare at Mariposa, fresh seafood at the Seafood Buffet, and Swiss selections at Fireside Dining. Mariposa consistently receives top ratings with the Fireside Dining and Seafood Buffet not far behind.
Park City has also added many fine dining restaurants as well as hundreds of new top notch ski accommodations. The modern traveler demands a decidedly improved experience than the traditional ski vacation lodging options and restaurants were able to provide.
Because of the recent transition towards a more distinguished palate, area restaurants have responded by introducing a rich dining experience worthy of top honors. Distinguished rating agencies such as the Michelin Travel Guide, Mobile Travel Guide, and Zagat Restaurant Guide have awarded Deer Valley area restaurants with their best ratings.
My favorite restaurant is the Goldener Hirsch Restaurant due to its timeless Austrian decor and the delicious cheese fondue appetizer. The Goldener Hirsch Restaurant is located in the Goldener Hirsch Inn situated in the Silver Lake Village area of Deer Valley. The Glitretind Restaurant is another top rated option which is located in the world renowned Stein Eriksen Lodge.
Deer Valley Resort certainly lives up to its #1 North American ski resort ranking. Why not have it all and visit a resort that not only provides the utmost experience on mountain, but also the perfect balance of off mountain dining and shopping as well? I certainly recommend taking a closer look at Deer Valley Resort.
Robin Rutecki lives in Park City UT with her children and has been working as a professional travel journalist for the last 16 years. Robin uses this website for information on Deer Valley fine dining and Deer Valley Resort.
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