OCTOBER 2023
GRAND VIEW SUNDAY BRUNCH BUFFET
Featuring Chef Pascal's croissants and pastries
Pages 6 & 30
FALL FESTIVAL RETURNS OCTOBER 14
With an Oktoberfest theme at Kissing Camels Driving Range Page 7
STRATA LUNCH & LEARN
Thriving Through the Holidays
October 26th in Three Graces
Page 21
Dear Valued Members,
It is a sincere pleasure to write to you as the acting President & CEO of your Garden of the Gods Resort & Club. I am delighted to once again be a part of this vibrant Club having overseen it as the Regional VP for Destination Hotels in the early 2000’s. Judy Mackey and Brenda Smith have done a marvelous job of shepherding the Club and taking it to the next level and I am delighted to help support and continue their vision of change and growth of this beautiful property.
In the spirit of change, your Club is undergoing some additional renovation and beautification. We are pleased to share that work has begun to enhance the Kissing Camels Clubhouse. Changes include an upgraded arrival experience, a redesign of the Grille and an expansion of the outside balcony terraces in The View. We anticipate this project to be completed by the first week of December.
I would also like to tell you that the 2023 Member Survey will be deployed next week directly from DRC Research, and we encourage you to take the time to give us your feedback. Please be looking for further information that will be coming out about this important survey.
And finally, we are excited to share a new twist on the Fall Festival that many of you have made a tradition by attending with family and friends. This year’s Festival will be themed all things Oktoberfest. Our team is working diligently on delivering you an experience to remember, and we look forward to welcoming you all.
Yours Sincerely,
George Fischer“ I am delighted to once again be a part of this vibrant Club, having overseen it as the Regional VP for Destination Hotels in the early 2000s. ”
Try it at home!
4 Servings - Dairy-Free and Vegan
I ngredients: 2 3/4 pounds sugar pumpkin halved and seeded; 1 onion, peeled and quartered through the stem; 1 garlic clove, peeled; 1/2 cup olive oil; coarse salt and freshly ground pepper; 5 cups homemade or store-bought low-sodium vegetable stock
Step 1
Preheat oven to 450°F. Cut pumpkin into 2-inch pieces. Combine pumpkin, onion, and garlic on a rimmed baking sheet. Add oil and 2 teaspoons salt; toss to coat, then spread in a single layer.
Step 2
Roast until pumpkin is tender when pierced with the tip of a sharp knife, about 30 minutes, rotating pan and tossing vegetables halfway through. Let cool, then remove skins.
Step 3
Transfer vegetables to a medium saucepan; heat over medium. Pour in 2 cups stock. Puree, add remaining stock: Use an immersion blender to puree until smooth. With the blender running, slowly add remaining 3 cups stock, and puree until smooth.
Step 4
Bring soup just to a simmer. Remove from heat, and season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with herbs. Enjoy!
Wednesday, October 25th OR
Thursday, October 26th at 5:00 p.m.
25 seats per event
Grand View Bar
$45++ per person
Join us for a fun evening with a flight of five 3oz Martini’s, passed hors d'oeuvres and charcutiere. Throughout this social event, Food and Beverage Assistant Manager, Brian Groben, will discuss both the history of the martini and it’s future. Please come in your favorite fun hat - we will have prizes!
Please reserve by visiting the Restaurant Reservation Tab of your Member Portal. On the OpenTable Widget, drop down the restaurant menu to select Events & Holidays, then set your reservation at 5:00 p.m. on October 25th & 26th @ Grand View Bar or call dining reservations at (719) 329-6901 or email GGCdining@gardenofthegodsresort.com. This event will follow our Holiday and Special Events Cancellation Policy.
The 72-hour cancellation policy applies to all holiday and special event reservations. A fee of 50% of the prevailing event price for each reserved seat will be charged to the member account who made the reservation and cancel within a 72-hour period. A fee of 100% of the prevailing event price for each reserved seat will be charged to the member account who made the reservation that fails to show with no received cancellation before the start time of the event.
LAURA RUPEJKO
Wednesday, October 4, 18, & 25
5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Friday, October 6 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Saturday, October 7, 14, 21, & 28 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
DERYK CUNNINGHAM
Wednesday, October 11 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Friday, October 13, 20, & 27 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Continues for all of October!
Enjoy our member-only Lunch Special at Grand View and Rocks. Select 1 soup or salad and 1 sandwich for just $24.99!
View Menu Here.
Member Discount Does Not Apply.
Every Sunday from 11:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
$65 per Adult
Price includes Bottomless Mimosas and Bloody Marys
$25 per Child
Member Discount Does Apply.
Click here to view our Sunday Brunch Buffet!
Saturday, October 14th
2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Kissing Camels Driving Range
Join us for our annual, fun-filled, family-friendly Fall Festival! Our Oktobertest themed food stations will include German favorites like bratwurst, red cabbage, sauerkraut, and apple strudel! Food priced at $27 per adult and $15 per child - member discount does not apply. Tickets will be available for drink purchases in our Biergarten. Enjoy all your favorite activities from a petting zoo, face painting, balloon artist, pumpkin patch, cornhole, and more!
Grand View Bar & Rocks Bar 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
FRIDAYS
SPECIALS at Member Discount Does Apply.
$39 PRIME RIB NIGHT
$5 Beer - Oktoberfest selections
$5 Pretzel - with cheese sauce
$8 Brats - served on bun with sauerkraut and mustard
Member Discount Does Not Apply.
BRUNCH WITH SANTA
Sunday, December 17th
Grand View
10:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
GRAND VIEW
Closed for Breakfast and Lunch
Coming Thursday, November 30th
Stay tuned...
Thursday, November 23rd
Brunch Buffet at Grand View
10:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Traditional Thanksgiving Dinner
Chef Special at Grand View and Rocks
(pre-order available for to-go orders)
Whole Turkey Ready-To-Cook Meals Available
Pre-order and pre-paid only.
Saturday, November 25th
6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Buffet available 4:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
CHRISTMAS EVE*
Sunday, December 24th
Brunch Buffet at Grand View
10:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Traditional Christmas Dinner
Chef Special at Grand View, Rocks, and KC Grille
CHRISTMAS DAY*
Monday, December 25th
Brunch Buffet at Grand View 10:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Traditional Christmas Dinner
Chef Special at Grand View and Rocks
Prix-Fixe Dinner Menu at KC Grille from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
*Traditional Christmas
Ready-To-Cook Meals Available
Pre-order and pre-paid only.
Spectacular New Years Eve Buffet 8:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m. $125 per person
Live Band and Dancefloor
ROCKS LOUNGE
New Years Eve Countdown with Late Nite Bites 10:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m.
Regular lunch available
11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Prix-Fixe Dinner available 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
New Years Eve Countdown with Late Nite Bites 10:00p.m. - 1:00 a.m.
GRAND VIEW
New Years Day Brunch Buffet 10:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Regular Food and Beverage Service
As we get closer to the “off season” in the Pikes Peak region, I recommend working on your balance this fall/winter. Here is a drill to help you maintain good balance while keeping good golf posture. Working on this drill will help you maintain better balance and posture as you prepare for spring.
KETTLE BELL TRANSFER – 10 passes of the kettle bell between your hands (back & forth) while standing on one foot in golf posture. 3 passes of 10x, then switch feet. Doing this drill barefooted will help increase balance initially and give you a better feel of the drill. (10-15 lb. kettle bell is a sufficient weight)
Wednesdays MGA Play Days
9:00 a.m. Tee Time
Thursdays
KCLGA 18-Holers Play Days
9:00 a.m. Tee Time
Thursdays
KCLGA 9-Holers Play Days
9:30 a.m. Tee Time
Monday, October 2nd Builders First Source Golf Outing
9:00 a.m. Shot Gun West/South Courses
Saturday, October 14th Fall Festival at Kissing Camels Practice Range
CLOSED all day for the event
Tuesday - Thursday, June 11 - 13, 2024
63rd Annual Smoochers Ladies Member-Guest Tournament Practice Round on Monday, June 10
Thursday - Saturday, July 11 - 13, 2024
63rd Annual Camel Drivers Men's Member-Guest Tournament
Friday & Saturday, August 9 - 10, 2024
56th Annual Sheiks & Shebas Couples
Member-Guest Tournament
Practice Round on Thursday, August 8
Due to potential frost delays in October, starting times will begin at 8:30 a.m. for the entire month. Please call the golf shop prior to tee off for updated course conditions and/or delays.
WINTER COURSE TRANSITION WILL OCCUR IN NOVEMBER – 18-HOLE COURSE THROUGH MID-APRIL
Please check your email and/or call for frost delays, cart restrictions, and course conditions. (719) 636-2520
Make sure you are repairing ball marks and filling divots – sand mix is provided on all golf carts.
Stop by the Golf Shop to see the latest in Greyson apparel. The butterfly den hoodie and golf shirt combination are certain to get your attention. Vibrant color combination and unique styling. Worn by Justin Thomas and several other PGA Tour players. Greyson is by far the hottest golf line in our shop.
Landry Frost, one of our junior golfers here at Kissing Camels was the medalist at the Drive, Chip, and Putt Regional Qualifier at Castle Pines Golf Club on Saturday, September 24, 2023!
She will be going to Augusta National Golf Club this spring, home of The Masters Tournament, to participate in the national finals for her age division (Girls 14-15).
This is a lifetime accomplishment for a young lady that works so hard on her game. We are so proud to see her hard work pay off!!
We are in the process of upgrading irrigation heads on the south and lower north golf courses. The irrigation system on these holes is out of date and set up in a double row where the main lines run down both sides of the fairway. The sprinkler heads are set up on 90-foot spacings.
The heads we are replacing are old brass impact heads that are inefficient and not accurate. This style head has not been manufactured for over 20 years. Through the past two seasons we have been purchasing modern sprinkler heads that are much more efficient. You can see the difference in the video below. These heads allow us to irrigate the same area in a more reliable and responsible way.
The new heads do not waste water and they turn in a circle accurately without getting stuck. As of now we have replaced 40 heads with about 200 more to go. So if you see our irrigation team members “playing in the mud” they are most likely fixing something that is broken but a lot of the time they are out there making improvements too!
Click here to see the before and after!
NEW HEAD TENNIS PROFESSIONAL - Neal joins the Garden of the Gods Resort & Club with a wealth of knowledge both on and off the courts. We are excited to add such a quality pro to our staff and wish you all continued success on the courts.
A native of Forest, VA, Neal brings extensive experience in resort and club settings, serving as the Head Professional & Director of Tennis at The Buccaneer in St Croix, The Siasconset Casino on Nantucket Island, & various other clubs in the Caribbean and New York City.
Neal also served as Head Men's & Women's Coach at the University of Lynchburg in Virginia, where he received the ODAC men's head coach of the year in only his second year at the helm (the youngest in the history of the Old Dominion Athletic Conference). He has coached junior players that have gone on to compete for Yale, Michigan, Harvard, & various other Division I schools as well as the juniors US Open & French Open.
Neal played tennis at Hampden-Sydney College, where he was a four year started for the nationally ranked Tigers. Also an avid skier, he used to compete in big air and slopestyle competitions.
With a gregarious, southern attitude, and a passion for showing players how to create goals and attain them, Neal is passionate about helping any player reach his/her maximum potential on the tennis court.
OCT 2nd - OCT 19th
OCT 23rd - NOV 16th (Halloween Week will be a Drop-in)
NOV 27th - DEC 14th
Registration is open to attend 2 days a week or just 1 day a week.
Cost $120 for 2 days a week or $90 for 1 day a week.
Monday & Wednesday Red Raiders 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. (Ages 6-8 years old)
Orange Crush 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. (Ages 9-10 years old)
Wednesday's Only Tiny Tot's Tennis
3:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Ages 4-5 years old)
Price: $45 for the 3-week session
Tuesday & Thursday Green + 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. (Ages 11-13 years old)
Yellow Madness
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. (Ages 14-16 years old)
Thank you to everyone who came out and played! Congratulations to our 2023 Champions - Team Sweden: (Doug Colvard, Chris Waybright, and Liz Price!)
For Tennis or Pickleball lessons, contact Director of Racquet Sports, Greg Hearrt, at 719-329-4012 or ghearrt@gardenofthegodsresort.com
Friday, October 20th
5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
$35 per member, $45 per guest
Join us for a fun, casual tennis social emcompassing a round robin, light snacks, and drinks served. 16 player limit.
Nov. & Dec. Dates & Cost TBD
9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Join us for a morning of tennis where you'll partner with a fellow player from the Colorado College men's & women's teams and compete against a fewllow member and player from the roster. This is a fantasic opportunity to experience what it's like to play with local college athletes. This is a level specific pro-am for 3.0-3.5 NTRP players only. 8 player limit due to facility restrictions.
Friday, November 10th
5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Pricing TBD
Join us for an evening of unforgettable tennis where you'll have the chance to bet on your GOG tennis staff and local area pros competing against one another. Drinks and light apps will be served. Open to all members as this is a spectating event.
Friday, November 17th
5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
$25 per member, $35 per guest
Join in on the fun of a Triples Tennis Tournament. That's right - 3 vs 3 on one court! This event will get your heart rate up for all your pre-Thanksgiving activities. We will place you on your team, so you do not have to sign-up as a team of 3 players. 16 player limits due to court restrictions.
SAVE THE DATES:
OCTOBER 11TH
NOVEMBER 15TH
DECEMBER 20TH
5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
$25 per member, $35 per guest
Limited to 16 players total
Join us for a fun pickleball social where we will set our rounds and rotations and incorporate sips and camaraderie amongst your fellow members.
Friday, December 1st
4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
$25 per member, $35 per guest
Join us for our 1st ever parent/child power 120 tournament. This is an entertaining format where you'll get to partner with your child and play numerous games collecting points throughout accumulating them all at teh end of the tournameny. No serving is required but get ready to move and have fun!
Ages 11-13 playing green dot.
Friday, December 15th
5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
$25 per member, $35 per guest
Time to break out all those itchy, moth-smelling old Christmas sweaters and use them for a fun Christmas themed tennis social. We will pair you with a partner for each individual round and play a round robin format. This is a great social environment to meet other new and existing members who also play tennis!
Congratulations to our fellow member Kurt Chan (left) and his doubles partner Kevin Kavanah who placed 2nd overall in the Men’s USTA 65+ National Indoor Tennis Championships. This is quite a feat and we at the Garden of the Gods Resort and Club congratulate you and wish you and your partner continued success.
Starting October 1st our tennis program has gone through some changes to restructure and offer new programs for all members and resort guests. Please see the new structure on the next page to follow on days and times. We have kept the favorites and added new clinics and re-structured some as well. Please see our new pickleball drop-in on Thursday mornings open to all levels and run by our staff at Garden of the Gods Resort and Club.
Registration is on the member portal with a 24-hour deadline the day prior to the clinic/event.
All clinics must have at least 3 or more registered on the member portal 24 hours prior to the clinic to host the class.
All clinics take place at the M&M Tennis Center unless otherwise noted.
By Kelli Miller, L.AC
COVID-19 has impacted our lives and we are all looking for ways to strengthen our immune systems and stay healthy. What makes one person more vulnerable to germs than another person? According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) germ theory, germs do not make you sick; rather, the body’s inability to fend off germs and foreign invaders is what results in someone succumbing to illness.
Think about it…How is it possible that some people have the coronavirus and are asymptomatic, others have mild cold/flu symptoms, some people will never contract the virus at all, and for a smaller number of people it is life-threatening? The answer according to TCM: the strength of your immune system and the degree to which you have other imbalances or illnesses.
How can TCM help you to stay healthy? Regular acupuncture treatments (at least monthly) not only strengthen your immune system but also treat underlying imbalances that may exist at the physical, emotional, or mental levels. T hese imbalances may be causing health issues or chronic diseases that will improve with acupuncture treatments. T he more balanced your body, mind and emotions, the healthier you will be ; your body will have the ability to fend off viruses and other foreign invaders.
Strata Med also offers Immunity Stratapacks that contain a variety of powerful eastern and western supplements that strengthen the immune system and help your body to fight off colds/flus. You can purchase an Adult Pa ck or Family Pack, that includes supplements for children under the age of 11.
Take charge of your immune health today by coming in for acupuncture and getting an Immunity Stratapack!
Thursday, October 26th 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Three Graces $45 per member, $55 per guest Reserve a whole table (8 people) for $360
Reserve your place today! 719.725.6638 ajohnson@gardenofthegodsresort.com
As the days grow shorter, the pumpkin spice flows freely, and the changing leaves of autumn begin to fall. Our thoughts turn to the holiday season. For some this means the impending 10-pound weight gain, the anxiety of navigating the family circus, and the looming New Year’s resolutions. Do not fear, my Grinchy friends. Strata Integrative Wellness would like to help you not only survive the holiday season but thrive through this most wonderful time of the year. Join our renowned clinicians for a lunch and learn discussion about tips and tricks to help you enjoy this festive time of the year.
Discussion Topics will Include:
• General Holiday Health Tips
• Stress Reducing Tips
• New simple, delicious recipes
• Cooking Demonstration
• Tips for Staying Actice
• Holiday Skincare Routines
Visit us to see and experience all the best in PUMPKIN and HALLOWEEN treats!
Retail items for fall include the tastiest Mummy Candies from Sugarfina, Autumn aromas in Voluspa candles, and Dazzle Dry nail colors in warm shades of fallen leaves.
Our Esthetician team is offering a delicious Pumpkin and Yam facial targeting pigmentation, fine lines and sun damage.
In the salon, we are having our favorite PUMPKIN PIE PEDICURE that will leave your feet feeling moisturized and radiant.
As temperatures cool we focus more on more indoor activities. Our nutritional choices shift to heavier, preserved foods. As a result, we tend to increase our calorie consumption while decreasing our activity levels, and we become stiffer and heavier.
Historically, the number of members who visit Strata Fit drops significantly after September, even among those who reside here year-round. In fitness, we like to say that momentum and consistency are the keys to staying healthy. This includes continuing to attend classes and using the wide variety of exercise equipment we offer.
October 22 - 28
All massages will be 30% OFF!*
*Not including member discount.
Our entire Strata Fit team knows about accountability and consistency. Dozens of members currently benefit from the coaching and camaraderie that personal training provides. We hope you’ll consider how we can help you as we head into autumn.
Strata Fit is proud to offer a large variety of yoga classes and instructors from many teaching backgrounds. Try each of our six weekly classes to learn new movement, breathing and meditation techniques.
Every resistance exercise that benefits your balance and range of motion can be enhanced on our cable machines.
Controlled movement and quickly adjustable settings make for a more creative and challenging workout.
See our Fitness Concierge for a demonstration!
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Kylan and Drew had the perfect fall wedding. The air was crisp and the aspen trees were golden when Kylan and Drew said "I Do" at our Resort in late October. Fall in Colorado is truly magical and when you get to experience a wedding during this time of the year, it is a real treat. Pops of yellow and orange begin to show throughout the mountains while the smell of autumn is dancing in the breeze. There are many benefits to having a wedding in the fall, The weather for the most part is temperate and more reliable. Instead of providing fans or umbrellas for your guests, you can get more creative by providing thoughtful touches like hot apple cider or customized fleece blankets for your guests to enjoy.
1. CEREMONY DECOR WITH PUMPKINS TO TIE IN THE FALL THEME
2. KYLAN AND DREW STANDING AT THE ALTER
3. CEREMONY SETUP WITH THE FLORAL STANDS
It was all in the details for Kylan and Drew's Halloween themed wedding. We always get excited to see how creative our couples get when it comes to their wedding decor but when they plan their entire wedding around a theme, it is so much fun!
Kylan and Drew decided to incorporate their favorite holiday into their big day and it turned out to be one of our favorite wedding setups we have seen. From their florals with colors of purples, oranges and yellows, to their black cat grooms cake, down to the real pumpkin centerpeices, and Kylan's halloween themed socks. This couple really went all out and their guests, as well as, the Resort team loved it!
When it comes to weddings, it is very easy to get caught up in having the perfect "trending" wedding decor but, when you begin to start planning your big day around details you and your partner love the most, then it becomes less stressful and more enjoyable. It was great to see that Kylan and Drew put their happiness first and had fun with their wedding decor. In the end, a wedding is a celebration of two people making a lifelong commitment to each other alongside their family and friends and the couple and we want all of our couples to do what brings them the most joy.
1. FLORAL BOUQUETS OF ORANGES, YELLOWS, AND PURPLES
2. HALLOWEEN THEMED GROOM'S CAKE
3. BRIDE'S SPARKLY BOOTS WITH PUMPKIN SOCKS
4. CENTERPIECES MADE OUT OF PUMPKINS
5. PORTRAIT OF KYLAN AND DREW
WITH CUSTOM GOG ARTWORK
GOLF SHOP SALES
20% OFF all in-stock shoes
FALL AND HALLOWEEN DECOR HAVE ARRIVED AT THE BARISTA!
30% OFF all in stock Kids apparel
30% OFF all in stock Lohla Sport
50% OFF all in stock Footjoy polos
BOGO 50% OFF all in stock Johnnie O
Sunday, October 1 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Main Lodge Lobby
Come to the main lobby for a caffeine boost, on us!
Saturday, October 21 $20 per carver Register on the Member Portal Decorate your porch, build community, and enjoy some locally sourced fall snacks!
60% OFF on selected merchandise until it's gone - all sales final on markdown merchandise
Reminder Of Return Policy: Merchandise must be returned within 30 days of original purchase with receipt. If receipt is not present must be able to verify purchase through member account. Merchandise must be in same condition as when purchased. Merchandise must be in original packaging. Payment will be refunded to your original payment method or applied to your membership account.
Exchanges: Merchandise can be exchanged for something else of equal or lesser value. Non-Returnable: Merchandise that is not in original condition when purchased, washed or worn items, damaged items and open boxes (beauty products), clearance items and or marked items “Final Sale,” special orders on a case by case depending on if we carry item in the retail outlet or item can be returned to vendor. Gift Cards: No cancellations or refunds.
Recreation Center Pool: CLOSED
Recreation Grille: CLOSED
Three Graces and Infinity Pool: 6:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Infinity Pool is 21+ Only
Three Graces and Infinity Pool
F&B Service: Call Room Service at 5234
Teen Room: CLOSED
Kids' Club: Monday - Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Friday - Saturday 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Friday, October 27 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Join us for a spooktacular tennis event for all junior tennis players ages 6-15 years old, followed by recreation activities, games, and spooky desserts.
Saturday, October 28 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Register on the Member Portal
Wear your favorite costume and go trunk or treat for candy! Vote on the best trunks and enjoy fall snacks with your family and friends. Candy will be provided (2 bags per trunk).
Avid Lifestyle named Garden of the Gods Resort and Club one of the top resorts for romantic getaways in Colorado Springs. "Colorado Springs is all about awe-inspiring landscapres...so nowhere seems more appropriate than to book a suite at Garden of the Gods Resort and Club."
Click here to read the full article from Avid Lifestyle.
Well Defined featured our "...extensive renovation involving renewed rooms, reimagined dining expereiences, expanded amenities, and more...Updated to emphasize the feelings of enrichment, wellness, discovery, and relaxation that the property's unique location and scenic views evoke..."
Click here to read the full article from Well Defined.
What inspires you?
I enjoy figuring out new ways to enhance flavors in a dessert. I put love into each dessert I make, and my philosophy is to always be thinking about what I can do to improve.
What are your favorite things to make?
Croissants and pastries have been a specialty of mine. One of my favorite desserts to make is my interpretation on a puff pastry. I create a light pastry cream with soft vanilla flavors in a small bowl and then I place the crisp puff pastry on top. This way when you must crack through the puff pastry to get to the soft pastry cream underneath. It resembles a similar approach to how you would eat a crème brulee.
What are some must-trys for our members?
I highly recommend going to our brunch and trying out the assortment of pastry options we provide. I have been focusing on making my desserts very inclusive for anyone with dietary restrictions and include a variety of gluten free and dairy free items on our menus. Click here to view our Sunday Brunch Buffet!
What is your vision for new menu creations?
I really love doing a spin on classic desserts by presenting them on the plate deconstructed. For example, I take the classic black forest cake and display it on the plate with a gluten free chocolate spouge cake next to a cherry filled pudding with a gelatin dome made of a cherry brandy compote. Then to top it off a chocolate fudge can then be poured over it. Dessert pictured above.
Lexi Reich, writer for 7x7, recently visited the resort for a wellness weekend and wrote about her experiences in this article, going into thoughtful detail about her healing Ayurvedic treatment at Strata Spa.
Click here to read the full article from 7x7.
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Dr. and Mrs. Ed and Fran Bancroft Sports Family
Mr. and Mrs. Kurt and Andrea Helfrich Sports Family
Mr. and Dr. Stan and Alexis Kensinger Golf Family
