SUN VALLEY CULINARY INSTITUTE
When you attend a Sun Valley Culinary Institute (SVCI) event, dinner, or class, you are supporting a future generation workforce and helping launch careers in the culinary arts. James Beard Award-winning chefs, Food Network’s Chopped champions, and forwardthinking restauranters who aim to be part of SVCI dining experiences while working side-by-side with students offer an education rarely found in the culinary school arena.
Throughout the year SVCI offers culinary experiences featuring chefs from across the country in support of the school and Sun Valley’s growing culinary scene. This summer, SVCI welcomes back Northwest author Chef Cynthia Nims for a series of cooking classes: A Taste of the South of France, Trivia & Bites, and Fish Four Ways. Chef Nims will also conduct a special workshop, Preserving Family Recipes, in collaboration with The Community Library. In addition, SVCI invites you to embark on an Asian culinary adventure with Thai Chef Pranee Halvorsen and Chinese Chef Kian Lam Kho, who will be in residency this summer, for classes and dinners.
This fall, SVCI will graduate its next class of culinary students and welcome a new class in September. Participating in SVCI’s events, dinners, and classes offers a unique experience and directly contributes to SVCI’s mission to advance culinary education and workforce development. Visit the SVCI website to reserve your spot for upcoming events, dinners, and classes and to learn more about supporting SVCI’s Student Scholarship Fund, which is changing lives.
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Chef Kian Lam Kho cooking class at SVCI; SVCI student preparing appetizers; 2024 SVCI student Aracely Prospio Damian
PIONEER SALOON
Walking into the Pioneer Saloon in Ketchum is like greeting an old friend. It’s often the first stop for locals coming home or visitors starting a memorable vacation. For more than 50 years, the Pioneer has been welcoming its loyal customers with a warm and cozy atmosphere that feels more like someone’s home than a restaurant. Renowned for perfectly aged and flavorful beef, many varieties of seafood, fresh Idaho rainbow trout, and Northwest regional specials, the Pioneer is much more than a steakhouse. Unique and historic western art fills the bar and restaurant, reminiscent of earlier days when pioneers settled in this valley. Authentic and genuine friendly service from familiar faces will make you feel as though you have arrived home when you walk in the door. As the locals say, “If you haven’t been to the Pioneer Saloon, you haven’t been to Ketchum.”
Clockwise from top: The Pioneer Saloon originally opened in the 1950s; flavorful beef on the grill; the interior of Pioneer Saloon.
THE SAWTOOTH CLUB
Always busy with a fun mix of locals and visitors alike, The Sawtooth Club has been downtown Ketchum’s most beloved destination for dining and cocktails since the days when Ernest Hemingway himself was a regular there. Nowadays, the place is more popular than ever with an inspired menu offering a mouthwatering blend of creative small plates to share, grilled steaks, chops and ribs, healthy vegetarian dishes, fresh seafood, unique pasta bowls, nightly specials and much more.
In the bar enjoy handcrafted cocktails, 18 wines by the glass, and 12 ice-cold craft brews on tap. Dinner offerings this summer include fresh Idaho trout, filet mignon, linguine with clams and garlic, chicken Senegalese, mesquite rack of lamb, grilled ribeye steak, fresh steelhead salmon, butternut squash ravioli, barbeque baby back ribs, Waygu beef meatloaf, New Orleans shellfish pasta, roasted free-range chicken, fresh Alaskan halibut, seared ahi salad, spicy sesame noodle bowl and fresh Willapa Bay steamer clams, to name just a few.
All of our grilling is done over a live mesquite-wood fire. We do not use processed charcoal or wood chips, only authentic mesquite logs from Texas. This method of natural wood cooking generates the intense heat that sears in the flavorful juices and imparts a variety of subtle tastes and aromas to meat, poultry, and seafood.
An award-winning wine list complements the wonderful food, and summer evenings on the outdoor terrace are not to be missed. One visit and you’ll know why The Sawtooth Club has repeatedly been voted the “Valley’s Best Overall Restaurant and The Valley’s Best Bar!”
Top to bottom: Mesquite-grilled Idaho ruby red trout; cozy fireplace with selections from our award-winning wine list; summer view from the balcony patio.
THE CELLAR PUB
Walking down the stairs into this traditional pub is a rite of passage for any visitor to Ketchum, along with downing one of the establishment’s famous Moscow Mules, served in a copper cup and sure to quench anyone’s thirst on a hot summer day. Dine on the outdoor patio or step inside the bar and restaurant, full of locals and visitors alike looking to connect over one of the wooden tables with dishes like Fish & Chips, Bangers & Mash, or an Old-Fashioned Bar Burger. For the late-night crowd, The Cellar Pub offers a full bar, complete with draft beers and daily drink and shot specials. Music and sports memorabilia line the walls and bar. Head to the back room and you’ll find booths for chatting with friends as well as a full-size free shuffleboard table and a few arcade games. This pub will leave you feeling full—of good food and good times.
Top to bottom: Bangers & Mash; the interior of The Cellar Pub; copper cups for Moscow Mules.
TOP PHOTO BY PAULETTE PHLIPOT; INTERIOR PHOTOS JOSHUA PILLAR
WHISKEY’S ON MAIN
A fully remodeled space and entertainment venue, Whiskey’s on Main offers lunch and dinner service in a casual, comfortable, and family-friendly atmosphere, transitioning into Ketchum’s late-night mountain town scene after dark. Featuring 16 HD flatscreen TVs for optimal sports viewing, Whiskey’s offers large group high-back booth seating, a 360-degree bar, and a new state-of-the-art audio-visual sound system to support local and visiting performers.
For lunch and dinner service, Whiskey’s presents an elevated pub fare menu, including freshly made pizzas with handcrafted dough. It is the return of downtown Ketchum’s familiar comfort food with classic bar choices, including wings and nachos, shareable plates and more.
Offering a happy hour that never disappoints with signature cocktails and local brews, there are plenty of viewing options for your favorite sports teams and games day and night.
During the summer , Whiskey’s will be hosting a number of performances and events for the public to enjoy. From karaoke, western nights, and the occasional live band.
Check out their events calendar on their website for the most up to date information.
Whiskey’s on Main is available for private events from intimate gatherings to large-scale events and four different nicely appointed spaces with great views upstairs on the Baldy View Patio, Main Street Patio, and Alpine Lounge, and there’s the downstairs Whiskey’s Main Floor to accommodate any special occasion.
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LIMELIGHT LOUNGE
Whether you are fresh from hiking Baldy or fishing the Big Wood River, Limelight Hotel in Ketchum is the place for seasonal gourment food, drinks, and entertainment.
Enjoy the spacious indoor lounge and glorious outdoor patio for drinks and dining. Serving the finest local and organic ingredients prepared by Executive Chef and longtime local Patrick Thomerson, the Limelight Lounge is sure to have something for everybody. Try our new summer menu items, heirloom tomato and burrata, wild
pan-seared steelhead trout with asparagus puree and lemon-butter sauce, grilled lamb lollipops with tabbouleh salad and lemon garlic Greek yogurt sauce.
Enjoy casual dinner options like the hand-tossed wood-fired pizzas, famous cheeseburger, or one of the healthy vegetarian options. Choose from 12 beers on tap, great wine selections, and creative cocktails. In addition to fabulous food, the Limelight Lounge Happy Hour Daily 3pm-6pm and Live Music Thursday through Monday 5:30pm-8:30pm and live music.
Top: Limelight patio
Above (from left to right): hand-tossed wood-fired pizza; famous cheeseburger; seared scallops.
MICHEL’S CHRISTIANIA
Few other restaurants in Ketchum are as steeped in history as the legendary Christiania. Known as “The Christy” to locals, the restaurant has been in operation since 1959 when Ernest Hemingway dined there so often he had his own table. To get your own glimpse of ski history, come to the famous Olympic Bar, where photos and
mementos from owner Michel Rudigoz’s time as the U.S. Women’s Olympic Ski Team Coach adorn the walls. For a true culinary experience, Executive Chef Laurent Loubot, who hails from Chalon-sur-Saone (Burgundy), presents classic French cuisine that is also inspired by Michel’s background in Lyon (the country’s culinary capital).
Your meal will be a pièce de résistance! Entrées like Wild Salmon in Sorrel Sauce and Braised Lamb Shank appear nightly on the menu in addition to an infusion of specials like the Poisson du Jour and Pâté de Campagne. The menu also features Lyonnaise pomme frites and fresh salads and, of course, Michel’s extensive wine list.
DAILY BAR: 4:45PM
DINNER: 6PM
Above: Enjoy dinner in the outdoor garden.
Left: Sautéed breast of chicken with morel cream sauce.
SUSHI ON SECOND
After over 30 years of serving the best sushi in Ketchum, Sushi on Second shows no signs of slowing down. In addition to crafting amazing sushi rolls like the SOS or the Who’s Your Daddy, the chefs at Sushi on Second also whip up other Asian-influenced delights, like Hoisin Lemon-Glazed King Salmon with Sesame Seeds, Baby Bok Choy and Scallion Rice, Spinach Batayaki (sautéed spinach, red bell peppers, garlic, onions, fresh shitake mushrooms with a soy and rice wine dressing), and their SOS-Style Hawaiian Ribs.
Sushi on Second also serves wine, beer, and sake. The praise for this restaurant comes from far and wide. Bon Appetit magazine writes, “Sushi on Second, the best sushi I’ve had in years,” and, framed in the entryway is a menu on which Julia Child wrote, “Bon appetit to Sushi on Second.” Come visit and learn for yourself why a restaurant in Ketchum, Idaho, is making its mark on the sushi world.
Clockwise from left: Citrus Sun Roll; the reception area at Sushi on Second; Hawaiian Pork Ribs SOS-Style.
SUN VALLEY WINE COMPANY
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Discover the dual charm of Sun Valley Wine Co., both a store and a wine bar, located in the vibrant heart of Ketchum. Our luxurious rooftop decks offer spectacular views, setting the perfect scene to explore our curated selection of 1,000 wine labels, featuring both high-end rarities and beloved everyday wines. Whether you’re in the mood to relax with a glass or enhance your personal collection, our welcoming space is designed for every wine enthusiast. Visit Sun Valley Wine Co. today for a unique experience that blends shopping with leisure, where each visit is an opportunity for new discoveries and unforgettable moments.
THE GRILL AT KNOB HILL
From their days as owners of the iconic Warm Springs Ranch to today as owners of The Grill at Knob Hill, Bob and Jolie Dunn understand that pleasing their customers is the key to getting them to come back. Longtime favorites like fried chicken, prime rib, Idaho trout, and a new twist on the beloved Warm Springs scones and honey butter (now popovers and honey butter) have created a loyal following at this beautiful spot. The warm and friendly bar is a welcoming place to relax with neighbors, local bartenders, and hotel guests. Handcrafted cocktails, small plates, or a wonderful bottle of wine and dinner make this a favorite local hangout. Come enjoy the bar after an active day or enjoy the open-style dining room, seven nights a week.
Offering curbside takeout on the full menu. Call to place an order or visit the website to order online.
Clockwise from left: The Grill at Knob Hill’s outdoor seating; rosé al fresco; a delicious meal.
KETCHUM GRILL
The Ketchum Grill celebrates 33 years “new” this season, meaning they’ve been serving locally-sourced, comforting fare for three decades in their quintessential Ketchum historic house. If you need a little inspiration about what to order, chefs Scott and Anne Mason along with new partner, Kaari Harlamert, recommend one of our daily fresh fish specials from the wood burning grill, or the longtime favorite, house-made lemon noodles with rock shrimp and black pepper cream. You won’t be disappointed!
WARFIELD DISTILLERY & BREWERY
The Warfield is Ketchum’s only distillery and the Valley’s largest brewery! Located on the corner of Sun Valley Road and Main Street in downtown Ketchum, the Warfield serves up elevated gastro pub fare in a sophisticated setting with tons of outdoor seating. All Warfield cuisine features local and seasonal ingredients with an emphasis on organic food and a commitment to our agricultural community.
OPEN DAILY FOR LUNCH AND DINNER
280 N Main St Ketchum
208.726.BREW (2739) heygoat@drinkwarfield.com drinkwarfield.com
The commitment to quality ingredients extends to every aspect of the Warfield: all Warfield Beer is made with only certified organic malts and whole-leaf hops featuring an eclectic mix of traditional European styles and cask ales. Warfield’s Vodka, Gin, and Gold Medal Whiskey are certified organic and distilled in small batches on-site.
Come soak up the sun on the best deck in town and enjoy exceptional food and the best beer and spirits in the Valley!
Clockwise from left: Warfield's Organic Vodka, Organic Gin, and Organic American Whiskey; charcuterie board; fresh Organic Warfield Beer.
ENOTECA
Wood-fired pizzas, specialty beers, featured wines, and an intimate urbanrustic ambience keeps everyone coming back to this Italian eatery. Beers on tap and an excellent wine selection are cultivated by Adelaide Smithmason, while chef Dave Schenck creates local
favorites like Duck Confit with Risotto, Pork Oso Bucco, and sautéed Idaho Trout. The fresh and seasonal cusine is always changing, making Enoteca the ideal place for dining out throughout the year. Season after season, there are always new reasons to love Enoteca.
Shaved Brussels sprouts with bacon.
THE KNEADERY
For the past 50 years, The Kneadery has been a draw for locals locals, visitors, and celebrities alike. Since opening in 1974, The Kneadery has been Ketchum’s go-to breakfast spot. Dishes like the Veggie Benedict and the Eggs Blackstone keep regulars coming back for breakfast. With breakfast items served all day, the lunch menu is sure to impress as well with hearty sandwiches and house-made soups. And did you know that The Kneadery is available for private events? So look no further for your next special function!
50 YEARS
Above: The Kneadery on Leadville Ave in Ketchum in the summer.
Right: Buddy Murfey BLT on local sourdough bread; Bloody Marys; Huevos Kneadery Breakfast with Fresh-Squeezed Orange Juice and Kneadery Breakfast Blend Coffee.
Sun Valley’s original restaurant, The Ram, has been warming and welcoming diners since 1937. This rustic-yet-elegant dinner house has been recently modernized, while still preserving its historic charm. Pianist Larry Harshbarger brings a classic ambiance to the room with gentle melodies played on the resident baby grand piano. Travel back in time
THE RAM
with the nightly “Heritage Menu”—a series of historic dishes such as pork tenderloin schnitzel and Hungarian goulash— resurrected from the restaurant’s long and storied culinary tradition. Next door, the Ram Bar is an upscale lounge perfect for enjoying specialty cocktails and light fare, replete with plush couches and a view of the Sun Valley Village.
Above: In keeping with the traditional ambiance of the iconic restaurant, The Ram combines cozy surroundings and décor with modern updates. Right: The Ram features fresh seafood
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VILLAGE STATION
Road-weary travelers of every age will find something to enjoy at Village Station. The train station-inspired décor pays tribute to Sun Valley’s history as an early destination on the Union Pacific railroad line. Enjoy a wide selection of cocktails and craft beers on tap, as well as a crowd-pleasing menu with hearty cheeseburgers, chicken wings, pizza, family-style salads, and more. Ample indoor and outdoor seating make it the perfect place for your group to gather any day of the week. Takeout is also available.
Above: Enjoy spacious seating inside the Village Station, which overlooks the resort grounds.
Right: One of Village Station's delicious pizzas. PHOTOS
Gretchen’s restaurant is named after Olympian and Sun Valley native, Gretchen Fraser. She was the first American to ever win an Olympic gold medal for skiing in the 1948 Olympics in St. Moritz, Switzerland. Gretchen’s is the perfect place to enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner overlooking the Sun Valley Ice Rink. Conveniently located at the Sun Valley Lodge, Gretchen’s offers a wide range of fresh and innovative selections, such as the Baby Kale & Candied Pecan Salad, Fish & Chips, and Idaho Ruby Red Trout. Whatever you’re craving, Gretchen’s is sure to have something for you.
GRETCHEN’S
Above: Enjoy Gretchen's, located just inside the Lodge Lobby.
SUN VALLEY CLUB
The Sun Valley Club is much more than just a golf course and Nordic center; it’s also a restaurant and full bar open to the public. Young ones will find favorites on the kids menu while those coming fresh off the links or trails can sip specialty cocktails or draft beers. This season enjoy guest favorites like the Clubhouse Shrimp Louis Salad and the Wagyu Corned Beef Ruben, in addition to locally-sourced menu items featuring fresh veggies, meats, and seafood options. Enjoy a large wine selection, cocktails, and beer as you take in stunning views of Bald Mountain.
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Above: Enjoy the many offerings for lunch with incredible views of Baldy.
CHOCOLATE FOUNDRY
No matter how sophisticated your sweet tooth, the Chocolate Foundry has something to satisfy any craving. With a global selection of some of the world’s finest sweets—including clusters, fudge, Jelly Belly
Above: The Chocolate Foundry is located in the Sun Valley Village.
KONDITOREI
Sun Valley’s Austrian-themed bakery and café is the perfect destination, whether you’re looking for locally-roasted organic coffee, house-made pastries, or a handcrafted meal to fuel your adventure. Locally renowned for its delectable pastries and third wave coffee program, Konditorei offers a little bit of sweetness for everyone. Situated in the middle of the Sun Valley Village, Konditorei is a must when visiting the Resort. Enjoy breakfast or lunch in the chaletinspired dining room while watching the seasons change through one of the many large windows. Serving Alpine fare interpreted for the American palate, Konditorei serves up all-day brunch with breakfast and lunch offerings. No matter the occasion, Konditorei has you covered! Be part of the Alpine tradition and enjoy this classic café.
Clockwise from top left: Locally-roasted, fair trade coffee and espresso; for a healthy start, try the Cauliflower Hash; endless selection of house-made pastries.
Founded in 1939, the Roundhouse is one of the most iconic restaurants in Sun Valley. Perched midway up Baldy at 7,700 feet, the Roundhouse features unbeatable views. Purchase a foot traffic pass at the River Run Ticket Window and ride up the Roundhouse Gondola to the Roundhouse restaurant in style—a special experience that makes for a memorable meal on the mountain. Whether you’re exploring the trails on two feet or two wheels, the Roundhouse is your perfect stop for a mid-mountain meal and drink.
