Posted on February 7, 2013 by Sarah Myers | in News, Spa at Stein Eriksen Lodge | Comments Off
Looking for a Valentine’s Day gift for that special someone in your life. Give the gift of luxury and well being.
The #1 treatment on our Winter Menu is the Spa at Stein Eriksen Lodges’s Signature Alpine Glow Honey Wrap Treatment. The soothing 50-minute treatment begins with a dry brush exfoliation. Followed by a honeybee propolis wrap topped with warm blankets. This immune boosting wrap instantly rejuvenates dry, dehydrated skin. The finale, is an unforgettable essential oil candle massage sealing moisture into your softened skin.
Add a 25-minute massage to make the treatment truly out of this world.
Guests may enjoy all the amenities of the spa before and after their treatment. Call the Spa Concierge at 435-645-6475 to schedule an appointment or order a gift card.
Posted on January 19, 2013 by Sarah Myers | in Chef Zane, Dining | Comments Off
The winter months are filled with parties and gatherings from the elaborate 2013 Sundance Film Festival to your very own Sunday football party. I want to share Chef Zane Holmquist’s recipe for Deviled Shrimp Eggs that debuted on this summer’s menu. The dish was so wildly popular that it joined the ranks of the award-winning Stein Burger and Wild Game Chili that appear continually on our seasonal menus. Come enjoy this dish in-between runs at Deer Valley Resort, during Après by the large fireplaces in the Troll Hallen Lounge, or make it for your next party.
Chef Zane’s Deviled Shrimp Eggs 
Ingredients:
- 6 whole eggs with shell
- 1qt. water
- 1 tsp. salt
- 6 egg yolks
- 4 oz. horseradish cream
- 1 Tbsp. capers
- 3 oz. cooked bay shrimp
- 2 tsp. salt
- 1 tsp. pepper
- 1 tsp. chopped chives
Cooking Instructions:
- place six whole eggs in a two quart pot
- Fill pot with 1 quart of warm water from the faucet, place pot on stove top on high heat. Leave on high heat, and let cook for 18 minutes.
- Remove eggs and place in an ice water bath to cool. Let cool for six minutes and peel cooled eggs from shell.
- Cut eggs in half and separate the white from the yolk. Reserve or set aside whites in refrigerator for later use.
- Take yolks, horseradish cream, capers, bay shrimp, salt and pepper and mix together until consistently combined.
- Place a spoonful of the egg yolk mixture in each of the halved egg whites, enough to fill and disperse efficiently.
- Place on plate with toast points and some smoked salmon. Garnish with chopped chives and enjoy.
You can watch Executive Sous Chef Jonathon Miller prepare this dish online
Posted on December 31, 2012 by Chef Zane Holmquist | in Chef Zane | Comments Off
Stein’s Fondue
Makes 1 qt, serves 6-8
Ingredients:
1 clove garlic, chopped
1 cup cream
1 ½ cup dry white wine
1 to 1 ½ tbsp. cornstarch slurry (1 part cornstarch, 1 part cold water)
5 oz. Emmenthaler cheese, grated
4 oz. Gruyère cheese, grated
½ tsp. nutmeg
salt to taste
fresh ground white pepper to taste
2 oz. kirschwasser
- Rub a thick bottom pan with garlic.
- Add cream and white wine; bring to a boil.
- Thicken with cornstarch slurry to a nappé.
- Add cheese mix in slowly; keep stirring until cheese is melted.
- Adjust the consistency with slurry or wine.
- Add nutmeg, salt, pepper.
- Finish with kirschwasser.
Serve with country bread (Italian pagnatta is my favorite), diced apples and pears.
Posted on December 20, 2012 by Sarah Myers | in Spa at Stein Eriksen Lodge, Spa's Wellness Coach - Keri | Comments Off
If the holiday season were only filled with visions of sugar plums we wouldn’t have to give gaining weight a second thought. Here are five suggestions from our wellness staff for avoiding weight gain and enjoying a healthy holiday season.
1. Get Up and Get Out
This holiday plan activities that get you out of the house and away from the platters of food. Skiing or snowshoeing are our preferred activities in the great outdoors. Attend group fitness glasses to burn calories and energize your mind. Guests of Steins enjoy complimentary access to a full schedule of wellness classes.
2. Hydrate
Have you ever noticed how much more lip balm you use in the winter? It may be colder outside but that doesn’t mean our bodies need less water. Your body is made up of 60% water. Research from the Institute of Medicine shows that men need 3 liters of water and women need 2.2 liters of water every day. Staying hydrated results in higher caloric burn, better digestion, and keep energy level high.
3. Take Time to Rest
It is not uncommon to lose sleep during the holidays. Sleep deprivation tends to lead to cravings for sugary, carb-loaded foods. While getting a full night sleep is best, we recommend guests visit our Five Star Spa for a wellness treatment.
4. Avoid Baggy Clothing
Resist the temptation to put on sweats and loose fitting clothing during the holidays. You don’t need to wear tight clothing but simply something that fits to remind you to control your portion sizes. Steins skier buffet has an abundance of new culinary creations each day, including a full table to desserts.
5. Plan and Track What You Eat
Start the day off right by eating a healthy breakfast, which has been shown to prevent overeating later in the day. Take a few minutes before each meal to make a plan. Take the time to enjoy the smell, texture and taste of each bite. Here are 5 free apps to help with planning and tracking.
Posted on December 10, 2012 by Sarah Myers | in Spa at Stein Eriksen Lodge, Spa's Wellness Coach - Keri | Comments Off
New research shows that even if you work out every day, you still need moderate activity throughout the day. For those who sit for more than 6 hours a day, it is shown to put you at greater risk for heart disease, type 2 diabetes and premature death.
Advantages of moving
Getting up and moving around helps burn more calories. Standing an extra hour a day will burn 50 calories. That is 350 extra calories a week, 1400 calories a month and around 5 pounds a year in weight loss.
Along with the additional calorie burn, the health benefits include: lower cholesterol, stronger heart, lower risk of type 2 diabetes and t
he added benefit of a more positive attitude thanks to the increase in dopamine.
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8 ways to get more daily physical activity
• Take the stairs rather the elevator
• Visit a co-worker in person instead of sending that email
• Stand at your desk
• Take a walk on your lunch break
• Clean up your workspace
• Wear comfortable shoes so you want to walk more
• Use hand weights at your desk
• Do some stretches
When it comes down to it
Sitting too long is not good for you, no matter your fitness level. Moving throughout the day is beneficial to your overall health.
References: Science Daily. “Even Physically Active Women Sit Too Much, Study Finds” International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity, 2012; 9 (1): 122 DOI: 10.1186/1479-5868-9-122. Am. J. Epidemiol. (2010) 172 (4): 419-429.
Posted on November 27, 2012 by Sarah Myers | in Spa at Stein Eriksen Lodge | Comments Off
In preparation for the ski season, which begins here at Deer Valley in 10 days, we got a brief tutorial from our personal trainer, Keri McWhirter, on the tried-and-true strengthening exercise for upper body and core – The Push-Up. It is a body weight exercise, working major muscles in your chest, shoulders, triceps and core. Bonus… it can be performed anywhere making it a great way to stay in shape.
Have you ever wondered how many push-ups you should be able to do?
The average 40 year old male should be able to do 27 push-ups.
The average 40 year old female should be able to do 16 push-ups.
The variation is due to the fact that Women typically have a 20% higher body fat count than men.
Five Steps to a Perfect Push-Up:
1. Feet approximately 6 inches apart
2. Tilt your pelvis a little to engage abdominal muscles and create a flat back
3. Place hands below the plane of your shoulders
4. Face your fingers forward – If you have weak wrists, you can place the weight on the outside of your hands to protect your wrists.
5. Keep your joints fluid, do not hyper-extend joints, as you work towards a fluid, full range of motion.
References
New York Times: An Enduring Measure of Fitness, The Simple Push-Up
This information presented by Stein Eriksen Lodge Deer Valley is for educational and resource purposes only. It is NOT a substitute for or an addition to any advice given to you by your Physician or Health Care Provider. You should always check with your own health care professionals in all matters concerning health, exercise and diet.
Please understand that you are solely responsible for the way this information is perceived and utilized and you do so at your own risk.
In no way will Stein Eriksen Lodge Deer Valley or any persons associated with the company be held responsible for any injuries or problems that may occur due to the use of this website or the advice contained within.
Posted on September 25, 2012 by Sarah Myers | in Spa at Stein Eriksen Lodge | Comments Off
I think we can all agree upon the feelings that a typical spa day elicits. We usually come out feeling relaxed, rejuvenated and calm. But, after my recent visit to the Stein Eriksen Spa in Park City, I came out feeling something more. I felt polished.Starting with the facilities alone, it’s no wonder the Spa at Stein Eriksen Lodge is the only Forbes Five Star rated spa in the state of Utah. No stone was left unturned in its design, from the local artwork and the signature lineup of locally sourced spa products, to the relaxation room with views of the Deer Valley mountains. Even the treatment rooms are inspired with the names of Norwegian Gods & Goddesses.
But the ambiance of a day at Stein’s starts even before you open the spa doors. As I made my way through the beautiful hotel lobby, a gentleman asked if he could assist me, and proceeded to escort me through the gardens to the spa. Each flower, plant and shrub seemed to be perfectly in its place, and the striking colors were enough to jumpstart me into the mode of forgetting about my everyday worries.
At the spa, I was encouraged to utilize the relaxation room, pool, sauna, and steam rooms for as long as I wished before or after my treatment. Because the spa’s focus is on total wellness, I was advised to use both the hot and cold plunge pools. Let me tell you, it was not easy to voluntarily immerse myself in the cold water with all of these comfort-emitting features around me, but the therapist was right. Doing so energized my body, right down to the core.
image courtesy of steins spa media gallery
The Vichy Shower
The stimulation of my senses continued as I entered my treatment room, the Vichy rain bar dolling out steam and sound. There are really no words that can describe the sensation of rain falling on your body while being massaged with a scrub of cedar, sage and salt crystals. As the therapist rinsed the solution locally with a stream of hot water that felt like pure silk, my skin began to feel brand new. With the moisturizing lotion rub that came next, I was restored, completely polished.
So, yes, I came out of the Spa at Stein Eriksen Lodge polished. The day both literally and figuratively made me feel like a sparkling new person, and as I left, I was ready to take on whatever the world had in store for me next.
Posted on August 13, 2012 by Sarah Myers | in Chef Zane | Comments Off
Tomorrow night marks the fifth and final part of the Hops on the Hill series. The summertime fiesta consisted of craft beers from local breweries, food pairings with the beverages and music on our lawn. Chef Zane will create unique summer foods to pair with the drinks from Squatters Brewery and B.D. Howes will begin playing on the lawn shortly after.
The five part series started July 17 and continues on till tomorrow, Aug. 14. The festivities start at 4:30 p.m. and music begins at 6:30 p.m. Squatters will be providing the drinks, Chef Zane the food, and B.D. Howes, the tunes.
A little bit about Squatters
Squatters started brewing about 25 years ago in Salt Lake City and today has grown the local favorite to three locations – the original in Salt Lake City, a Park City location and a location inside the airport.
They have three different kinds of brews, their first are the staples of the joint that are served year round. There are 12 total and within that lie seven different kinds of ales. Squatters also brews seasonal beers and has four beers that belong in the reserve series. Among those crafts, the company holds 36 awards as of this past May.
For tickets to the pairing adventure, check out our Facebook page. Tickets run $30 in advance, $35 at the door and $125 for the series.
Posted on August 7, 2012 by Sarah Myers | in Chef Zane, Events, Festivals and Concerts | Comments Off
Tonight, Aug. 4, marks the fourth in our series of all things summer – craft brews, food and music on a lawn. Only two more chances to catch our Hops on the Hill series happening on Tuesday nights up here on our lawn at Stein Eriksen Lodge Deer Valley. We’ll taste a collection from Red Rock Brewery, our very own Chef Zane’s masterpiece food paring, and music from the talented Mister Sister.
The series, which started July 17, has just two more days left – tonight, Aug. 7, and next Tuesday, Aug. 14. Tonight, the festivities will start at 4:30 p.m. with dinner and some tastings. At 6:30 p.m., Mister Sister will start jamming on the lawn. This past week, Wasatch Beers brought in a selection for tasting, this week Red Rock Brewery will take the tasting stand.
Red Rock Brewery started collecting awards in 1996 on an international level with several different entities. They’ve picked up accolades from the North American Brewers Association, the Great American Beer Festival, the Beer World Cup, and more recently from the Australian International Beer Awards. In all, they’ve collected 75 national and international medals for their craft.
Red Rock Brewery is well known in the area from their three restaurant locations in Murray, downtown Salt Lake City, and in Park City at the Junction. Each location serves about 14 of their drinks on tap, including three sodas. Their most popular is usually the Elephino Double IPA. Come out tonight to find out which beers get paired with which summer food classics.
For tickets to the pairing adventure, check out our Facebook page. Tickets run $30 in advance, $35 at the door and $125 for the series.
Posted on July 30, 2012 by Sarah Myers | in Chef Zane, Events, Festivals and Concerts | Comments Off
Gear up for our third installment of Hops on the Hill Tuesday night, July 31. Our third craft brewery in our set of five shows up tomorrow night with Swagger – just the band – performing. Uinta Brewing Co. will be bringing out a collection of brews from their arsenal to pair up with Chef Zane’s killer cuisine.
The series started July 17 and will continue on till mid-August – the 17th to be exact. The night starts at 4:30 p.m. for delicious creations alongside Uinta’s beers. Last week Epic Brewing came out, and the first week Wasatch Beers was the selection of choice.
Uinta Brewing started in 1993 in a renovated mechanics garage in Salt Lake City and demand escalated for their craft beers. In 1996, the first production line was installed and by 2001, Uinta had outgrown their small garage, moving into their current location.
The company has three lines of craft beers. The first, their Classic Line includes their most popular and original beers – think the classics. The Organic Line is their next specialty brew. The beers are brewed USDA Organic certified with seven brews – three of which are seasonal. The final line of brews is called Crooked Line. It’s a series of four mainstay extra special beers made in 750ml bottles to share with friends. Uinta’s 19th Anniversary brew is in this line and is called the Birthday Suit. The specialty brew is Sour Cherry Ale.
Uinta’s motto – Earth, Wind and Beer – isn’t really a nod to the band, Earth, Wind and Fire, as much as it’s a nod to Mother Nature herself. Uinta was the first company to be completely powered via wind energy. The company also takes all spent grains from their brewing process and donates it to local farmers who need it to feed livestock. Uinta also runs a brown glass recycling program so their bottles don’t end up in landfills. So their motto, in turn, means more than just their love for beer, but their love for the earth, and their energy consumption based off of wind power.
For tickets to the pairing adventure, check out our Facebook page. Tickets run $30 in advance, $35 at the door and $125 for the series.
