Posted on February 3, 2012 by Sarah Myers | in Happening in Park City, Skiing, The Lodge | No Comments »
This month marks the 10th Anniversary of the 2002 Winter Olympics. Park City began celebrating on February 1 with a concert on Main Street followed by fireworks. The celebration, also the kick-start to the World Cup Event at Deer Valley Resort, brought a crowd out in the pounding snow to cheer and dance. The next morning I had the great fortune to ski the fresh snow with Olympian Heidi Volker at Deer Valley Resort. Just a few hours later I was rooting for Hannah Kearney at the World Cup Individual Mogul event at Deer Valley as she won her 12th consecutive World Cup mogul title.
On the drive back from the former Olympic venue, I realized how alive the Olympic spirit is in Park City. Not only is it the chosen home for the United States Ski and Snowboard Team’s state-of-the-art training facility, The Center of Excellence; athletes travel here to train year-round. The Utah Olympic Park, for example, is a venue that houses the Alf Engen Ski Museum but also serves as a training and competition venue for Bobsled, Skeleton, Aerials and Nordic Ski Jumping.
In addition to providing current athletes with the tools for success, Park City is proud to be the home of retired Olympic athlete, Stein Eriksen. Each day I have the great pleasure of walking past his trophy case in the Main Lodge with Stein’s two Olympic medals predominantly displayed. For the past sixty years, Stein Eriksen has revolutionized the world of alpine skiing and is credited with devising the freestyle event “aerials.”
In celebration of tonight’s World Cup Aerial Events, it is my pleasure to share with you some images of Stein Eriksen.
Stein Eriksen First Place Podium in 1952 Oslo Olympics
Gold Medal Run 1952
Stein Eriksen at Tystigen in 1957
Stein Eriksen Lodge showcasing his classic Front Flip
Posted on January 24, 2012 by Sarah Myers | in Happening in Park City, The Spa | No Comments »
Each January film lovers gather in Park City for the Sundance Film Festival. Over the 10-day festival more than 200 films are shown in addition to live music performances, panel discussions and parties.
This year Mother Nature decided to participate in the festivities by blanketing the town in 48″ of snow over the past three days. Skiing at Deer Valley Resort is incredible with all 21 lifts turning. The Main Lodge is bustling with skiers and movie goers enjoying lunch or aprés by the fire.
On January 23, Brooke Anderson hosted a segment of The Insider from Stein Eriksen Lodge. Watch her interview with Spa Director Jill Van Ausdal here.
Posted on December 21, 2011 by Sarah Myers | in The Spa | No Comments »
Guests often ask our therapists what products they should use to combat dry skin. Although it is challenging maintaining a healthy glow through the winter months, it is not impossible. The Spa at Stein Eriksen Lodge is honored to partner with Amala to provide guests the highest quality skincare products.
I discussed the benefits of the Amala Hydrate line with Assistant Spa Director, Breann Vail. “The benefits of the hydrate line is it will restore lasting moisture to dull, dehydrated skin and smooth dry, uneven texture and soothe chapped sensitive skin.” All of these benefits are perfect for guests effected by the dry climate and altitude. “I also always recommend drinking lots and lots of water to keep your skin hydrated,” says Breann.
The full line of Amala products is available at the spa
Posted on December 1, 2011 by Sarah Myers | in Jake's Weather Forecast, Skiing, The Lodge | No Comments »
Consistent moderate size storms in the models are aiming for the first 10 days of December with storms lined up for Sat 12/3, Tue 12/6 and Fri 12/9. December still feels above normal at this time, however I think our most active snowy weather will still come in February and March.
December…..66″ Forecast…..37% ABOVE Normal
January…..50″ Forecast…..Near Normal
February…..66″ Forecast…..63% ABOVE Normal
March…..60″ Forecast…..31% ABOVE Normal
April…..32″ Forecast…..Near Normal
Overall – 24% ABOVE Normal
Posted on November 15, 2011 by Sarah Myers | in News, The Spa | No Comments »
We are pleased to announce that The Spa at Stein Eriksen Lodge is Utah’s first spa to receive the Forbes Five-Star award. There are just 30 spas in the world that can claim this accolade.
For more than 50 years, Forbes Travel Guide’s Five-Star ratings have been the gold standard by which hotels, restaurants and spas are measured. The hospitality industry respects and reveres the Five-Star rating system, and travelers put their faith in it as they decide where to stay, dine and explore.
To win this distinction within a year of expanding and enhancing our spa is truly exhilarating. Read more…
Posted on November 1, 2011 by Sarah Myers | in Chef Zane, Recipes, The Glitretind | No Comments »
Our Chef Zane made an appearance yesterday on KUTV’s Fresh From the Kitchen to show what he will be preparing at the March of Dimes Signature Chefs of Utah Auction on November 5th. Watch the video on KUTV
Cider Braised Pork Shoulder
Serves 8-12
1 pork shoulder
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tsp black pepper
2 tsp kosher salt
½ tsp cinnamon
¼ tsp ground clove
½ tsp garlic salt
5 bay leaves
2 onions, chopped
2 carrots, chopped
3 apples, green or granny smith, cut into wedges
4 cups apple cider
3 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
3 tsp cornstarch
Method:
1) Clean pork shoulder of excess fat, rub the shoulder with the spices (pepper, salt, cinnamon, cloves, garlic salt)
2) Heat a thick bottom roasting pan over medium/high heat. Add the oil to the pan, then add the pork and brown on all sides for 3-5 minutes per side.
3) Add the bay leaves, onions, carrots, apples to pan and sauté until onions are softened. Add the cider and the Worcestershire sauce.
4) Place a lid on the pan and place into a pre-heated oven. Cook at 310° for 5 hours.
5) Remove the pork from the pan and pull from the bone, removing the fat.
6) Add cornstarch to the sauce remaining in the pan, place over medium heat and bring the sauce to a simmer.
7) Strain the sauce, adjust seasoning and pour the sauce over the meat.
Posted on October 28, 2011 by Sarah Myers | in Chef Zane, Recipes, The Glitretind | No Comments »
A favorite here at the Lodge for Skiers Buffet and a great way to warm up on a cold Halloween weekend.
Stein Eriksen Lodge Wild Game Chili:
2 gallons
¼ cup olive oil or corn oil
2 lbs buffalo, diced in ¾” cubes
2 lbs elk or venison, diced in ¾” cubes
2 lbs wild boar or pork, diced in ¾” cubes
2 lbs (4-5 ea) onions, medium diced
6 cloves garlic, chopped
4 tablespoon kosher salt
2 tablespoon black pepper
½ cup pasilla chile powder
½ cup New Mexican chili powder
2 cups coffee, brewed
2 bay leaves
36 ounce tomato juice
6 – 12 oz cans diced tomatoes
4 ½ cups beef stock or three 12-ounce cans of beer
½ gallon water
Method:
- Mix all the dry spices together and use half the mixture to season the meat.
- Heat oil in pan (it can’t get hot enough)
- Brown meat 10 – 15 minutes in the pan
- Add onions and garlic, sauté 3-4 minutes
- Add coffee, tomato juice, bay leaf, diced tomatoes, remainder of spice mixture, stock or beer, and water
- Simmer for 2-3 hours, until meat is tender
- You may have to adjust consistency with more stock or beer and check seasonings
- Garnish with sour cream & green onions
Posted on September 15, 2011 by Sarah Myers | in Skiing, The Lodge | No Comments »
Head on over to our Facebook page and you could win a three-night ski vacation!
We will host you and a guest for three nights complete with daily breakfast, ski rentals, adult lift tickets to Deer Valley Resort and transport you to and from Salt Lake International Airport.
Winner will be announced October 17, 2011.
Visit Stein Eriksen Lodge on Facebook for all the details and to enter for your chance to win!
Posted on August 5, 2011 by Sarah Myers | in Happening in Park City, The Lodge | No Comments »
Summer is still going strong in Park City. This weekend marks the 42nd Kimball Arts Festival on Historic Main Street Park City. This event is an amazing opportunity for art enthusiasts to stroll main street viewing works from 220 exhibiting artists.
Historic Main Street just minutes from the hotel via complimentary shuttle service.
Once known as Kimball Corner, the original Kimball Art Center building on the property operated as a livery stable built to serve the tiny mining community. In 1929, the site transformed into the Kimball Brothers Garage and for 43 years the garage served Park City’s automotive needs. In 1976, arts enthusiast Bill Kimball, along with support from members of the Park City community, transformed the dilapidated garage into a non-profit community center for the visual arts. Since that time, the Kimball Art Center has served art lovers in the Park City area by providing top quality exhibitions and events. Today the Kimball Art Center is free and open to the public year-round offering classes for children and adults.
Make a weekend of the event and book the Summer Renewal Package which includes a deluxe bedroom and three course dinner in the Glitretind Restaurant.
Posted on July 25, 2011 by Jill Van Ausdal | in The Spa | No Comments »
Outdoor recreation’s contribution to health should be considered in the context of wellness. For nearly thirty-years, our guests have been experiencing the pletiful year-round recreational opportunities accessible from the back doors of the Lodge.
The Spa at Sein Eriksen Lodge, recently named the #1 Resort Spa in U.S – Condé Nast Traveler 2011 Readers Poll, is a sanctuary for guests to create a sense of balance. We carefully select skin care products guests can use between treatments to enhance their well being and personal evolution.
This month we are higlighting 5 Epicuren skin care products
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1. CxC Vitamin C Complex- A scientifically advanced antioxidant complex designed to neutralize free radicals and their damaging effects. Applied daily, this moisturizing formula helps to dramatically reduce the visible signs of aging and improve your complexion’s overall radiance. |
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2. Active Sport Treat Sunscreen SPF 30- Active Sport Treat provides imperative broad spectrum protection and leaves the skin feeling non-greasy. This water resistant formula also contains moisturizers and antioxidants that are known to counteract the damaging effects of the sun.
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3. Micro-Derm Exfoliating Cream- An advanced microcrystal exfoliation cream that sloughs off unwanted dry or dead skin cells, leaving the skin feeling soft and smooth. Specifically designed for problem areas such as fine line, wrinkles, congestion, pigmentation variations, and small scars. |
| 4. Retinol Anti-Wrinkle Complex- A synergistic, antioxidant blend formulated to target and correct the effects of time. Skin will look firmer and smoother, while the appearance of fine lines are diminished to magnify a brilliant, youthful complexion. |
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5. Hydro Plus Moisturizer- A rich crème that drenches the skin in moisture while remaining lightweight and mild. This natural, indulging blend helps protect against dehydration for a soft, healthy complexion. |
