WHAT WE CRAVE

from Dishing Jackson Hole | Issue 20

JACKSON CLASSIC

PHOTO BY JAY NEL-MCINTOSH

This guy deserves a shout-out. There is no way this shoot would have happened without my husband, Brian Upesleja. He finds a way to help me pull off even the craziest photoshoot ideas, and keeps me smiling while we do it!

AS WE CELEBRATE

our 20th issue of Dishing, it is fun to reflect on how much the restaurant industry has changed over the last 10 years. And, how much has stayed true to Jackson Hole during the decade.

Some things that never seem to change? Merry Piglets still serves the best queso in town (and we shared that recipe in our 10th issue). The Mangy Moose is going strong as a popular après-ski spot, where locals mingle with visitors. See one of their biggest hits for the happy hour crowd on page 41. Snake River Grill: always on the short list for fine dining recommendations.

Something you may not have expected to see 10 years ago? Korean and Nepalese cuisines — not just on menus but in stand-alone restaurants. We are thrilled to have places like Bapp and Everest Momo Shack in town and dishes like okonomiyaki found at Piste and in this issue’s In the Kitchen With.

Another steady trend since we started running recipes in our Ask For It section? Persephone has by far the most requested recipes. Over the years we have shared their chocolate double walnut cookie (issue 12), their oatmeal cranberry toffee cookie (issue 11) and the always favorite Brussels sprouts (issue 10).

So, what’s next in the Jackson Hole dining scene? Restaurateurs have had a challenging couple of years, and we are happy that almost all have survived COVID-19 restrictions and found ways to deal with constant staff shortages. We look forward to a few new spots opening this winter. Check out the newly revised Million Dollar Cowboy Steakhouse and two new sushi spots, one in Teton Village and one in town.

We hope to continue offering delicious food news, recipes and reading for the next 10 years and beyond!

— Allison

Contributor Spotlight

PHOTO BY ASHLEY MERRITT

Kristen Hartnett

ART DIRECTOR

Athird-generation local, Kristen Hartnett has spent much of her life in Jackson Hole. She has left a few times to live in different places but always finds her way back to the town she calls home. Both Kristen and her husband have family close by, so their 3-year-old son, Greyson, gets to spend plenty of time with his cousins and grandparents.

Kristen has been in business doing graphic and web design since 2005. In addition to designing Dishing, she has clients from around the country. Dishing has always been one of her favorite projects, even if the work often leaves her hungry. Learn more about her work at kristenjoydesign.com.

You have been a part of Dishing since the beginning 10 years ago, including creating all of our branding. What is one thing you have learned about the food scene in Jackson Hole during that time that stands out?

I would say realizing how big of a role food and dining plays in most events that occur, and the sheer number of cool events that take place in the food and dining industry. We all love to eat and drink!

Do you have a favorite story to design/lay out?

I like doing layout for the feature stories because they are always different, so I get to be creative. But I also love doing the Ask For Its because it gets me excited to try new recipes!

In the next 10 years, what food trends do you hope to see more of in Jackson Hole?

I would love to see more localoriented/neighborhood food events or expansion of food truck options in the area.

We feature nachos in this issue’s 5 Ways. Do you have a favorite from another restaurant not mentioned?

I have always loved Spur Restaurant & Bar’s nachos. They are satisfying after a day out on the mountain.

Since starting a family, what restaurants in town are your favorite kid-friendly spots to take your son, Greyson?

We like going to Streetfood at the Stagecoach and Calico Restaurant and Bar in the summer so we can sit outside and Greyson can play on the lawn. We also love to order online at restaurants like Persephone and Healthy Being Café & Juicery so that the food is ready when we get there.

How do you ward off hunger when going through all those food photos?

I definitely have to make sure to eat breakfast before I start working and have a good snack handy. Sometimes it inspires me to make something tasty for lunch.

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