Sip Northwest, Summer 2014

LIBATION DESTINATIONS DRIFTERS Snow Kings restaurant Haydens Post embraces the soul and feel of the Old West in Wyoming 3 SIPNORTHWEST COM complete chefs kitchens styled with granite countertops whirlpool bathtubs private balconies and more Once guests have counted enough cowboys in their sleep to feel rested in their plush boudoirs they are invited to utilize the fi tness center splash around in the outdoor heated pool and hot tub or slide onto the table at OLGAS DAY SPA Opened and operated by the Ukrainian masseuse of the same name the spa is unassuming and her style congenial and nonchalant off ering an unconventional yet unwinding environment for guests and many regular clients Olga and her staff provide a number of treatments and therapy from the Salt Glow exfoliating massage treatment and Snake River Stone Massage for penetrating heat relief on overworked ski or hiking muscles to the Tandem Four Hands massage with two therapists ironing out the kinks of one guest Waxing facials and spa packages consisting of Olga made pairings are also available for purchase and exploration POST U P A day on the mountain be it at Snow King or Jackson Hole Mountain in Teton Village about 13 miles out will leave visiting wildlife prospectors parched for sustenance and drink Snow Kings restaurant HAYDENS POST embraces the soul and feel of the Old West in Wyoming with home style comfort grub and libations inspired by camp fare Jackson Hole and Teton Villages culinary presence is coming into fruition on the national stage with restaurateurs galore this town has never eaten better Persephone Bakery Jackson Hole From French inspired pastries and artisanal breads this downtown baked goods bistro is the master of the sweet the savory and all that falls in between persephonebakery com Café Genevieve Jackson Hole Staged in a historic log cabin this comforts and classics infl uenced eatery is best known for their breakfasts Try the biscuits with Cajun gravy and a house Bloody Mary genevievejh com Couloir Restaurant at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort Teton Village The white tablecloth solution for ski buff s who like to suit up while at the summit of a mountain Couloir is all the swank but none of the pomposity Enjoy house smoked buff alo tenderloin at 9095 feet jacksonhole com couloir restaurant html Bin22 Jackson Hole One of the six restaurants in restaurateurs Gavin Fine and Roger Freedmans Fine Dining restaurant group Bin22 is the exclusive wine bar and retailer in town Try one of the rotating wines by the glass with the in house salumi or house pulled mozzarella bin22jacksonhole com A roaring fi replace gathers warmth for guests in winter where the high vaulted and drafty lodge beams above allow for breathing room while the bar serves as the focal point of the restaurant As a phoenix rising from the ashes of the previous restaurant tenant the old joint Raff ertys was less than favorable among locals Haydens Post is helping to set the bar for Jackson Hole as a dining scene Fervently promoting their use of heirloom variety and heritage breeds the staff and the menus are calculated and conscious of the caliber of restaurant they are now becoming From the bison chili to the kettle made mac and cheese and a kale Caesar for starts to the Dutch oven stout braised bison and the house made elk Bolognaise over pappardelle the cuisine not only has a sense of place as far as the fl avors go but the sourcing of the meats and vegetables truly refl ect the season and the environment Snow Kings support of local sourcing comes through in many forms especially in the budding beer scene with the Haydens Post tap list including a house beer from Snake River Brewing in town along with a number of beers from WILDLIFE BREWING and GRAND TETON BREWING both in nearby Victor Idaho The town of Jackson Hole now shows off three brewpubs which has to set some records for breweries per capita in this town of less than 10000 residents With DINING FINE PHOTOS CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT SNAKE RIVER BREWING SNOW KING RESORT BIN WILDLIFE PHOTOS JASON WILLIAMS