PRESS RELEASE | JULY 7, 2025
Fire & Flavor Festival, Taste of Luxury Series & Creative Academy Series Heat Up Deer Valley Dining This Summer
DEER VALLEY RESORT; PARK CITY, UTAH (July 7, 2025) – Deer Valley Resort boasts the hottest dining events of the season with the arrival of the new Fire & Flavor Festival, world-renowned chefs in the Taste of Luxury Series, and an eclectic lineup of hands-on Creative Academy classes for chefs of all ages.
“Whether feasting near an open fire, savoring multi-course meals prepared by award-winning chefs, or sharpening your own culinary skills in the kitchen, Deer Valley’s food & beverage offerings feature a unique experience for everyone,” said Deer Valley Resort VP of Food & Beverage Jacob Musyt. “Tickets and reservations for these exclusive events are on sale now, including the resort’s 4th Annual Mountain Beer Festival returning in September.”
Culinary events, offerings and experiences at the resort this summer include:
Kids Eat Free at The Brass Tag
New this summer, up to two kids dine free per table (ages 12 and under) at The Brass Tag, located in the Lodges at Deer Valley. Enjoy a selection of fine Italian cuisine, including creative small plates, fresh salads, brick-oven pizza, house-made pasta, specialty entrées and a unique selection of desserts featuring the best locally sourced ingredients and accompaniments. A full bar, beer and wine are also available.
Deer Valley Creative Academy offers a collection of culinary experiences and cooking classes, led by industry professionals and local experts suited for seasoned chefs and aspiring foodies alike. Classes are held from 3:30 – 5 p.m. at the Deer Valley Plaza Building.
Saturday, July 5 & Sunday, July 6 – The Secrets of BBQ
Saturday, July 12 – “Little Chefs” Culinary Series: Cupcake Decorating 101
Sunday, July 13 – Sushi & Sake Tasting
Saturday, July 19 – Summer Salads and Dressings from the Deer Valley Café
Sunday, July 20 – Summer Garden Party Hors D’oeuvres Class
Saturday, July 26 – Pie and Beer
Sunday, July 27 – Pasta from Scratch
Sunday, Aug. 3 – French Cuisine and Wine Tasting with Duckhorn
Saturday, Aug. 9 – “Little Chefs” Culinary Series: Pizza
Sunday, Aug. 10 – Knife Skills with New West KnifeWorks
Saturday, Aug. 16 – High West Cocktail Class
Sunday, Aug. 17 – Wine and Cheese Pairing: Gold Creek Farms & Bon Vivant Imports
Saturday, Aug. 23 – Deer Valley Carrot Cake
Sunday, Aug. 24 – “Little Chefs” Culinary Series: Cooking Decorating
Saturday, Aug. 30 – Taste of Italy: Bon Vivant Wines
Sunday, Aug. 31 – Colombian Empanadas
Taste of Luxury Series | VIP Reception, Dinner & Concert with Chef Ryan Arensdorf
July 11, 2025 | 4:30 p.m.
Enjoy a VIP reception and dinner with Kansas City-style BBQ Chef Ryan Arensdorf and savor the signature smoked and grilled dishes that have made him a standout in the BBQ world. After the feast, head to the Snow Park Outdoor Amphitheater for a live concert with Common.
July 12 – 13, 2025 | 11 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
The new Fire & Flavor Festival celebrates the art of live-fire cooking. The experience kicks off on July 11 with an exclusive dinner and chef reception featuring flame-kissed fare by Chef Ryan Arensdorf, followed by a two-day, open-to-the-public festival at Silver Lake—Deer Valley’s lift-served mid-mountain hub— on July 12-13. Enjoy signature dishes from Chef Ryan Arensdorf, Chef Sarah Glover, Chef Peter Menteer, and Chef Sam Phelan, along with open-fire demos, planked salmon, smoked specialties, live music, and beer pairings from five of Utah’s top breweries.
Taste of Luxury Series | VIP Reception & Dinner with Duckhorn Vineyards & Chef Clement Gelas
Aug. 1, 2025
VIP Reception 5:30 p.m. | Dinner 6 p.m.
Join Chef Clement Gelas, Executive Chef at Talisker Club, and winemaker Cardiff Scott-Robinson for an unforgettable evening on the Deer Valley Café Deck. The event begins with a welcome reception featuring expertly paired canapés and a glass of Duckhorn wine. As the sun sets, Chef Gelas, known for his inventive French cuisine inspired by his Haute-Savoie roots, will present a five-course menu thoughtfully paired with Cardiff’s refined blends from the Duckhorn and Paraduxx portfolios.
Mountain Mixer Cocktail Contest Live Competition
Aug. 21, 2025
Deer Valley hosts the live competition of the Park City Area Restaurant Association (PCARA) Mountain Mixer Cocktail Contest. Ten talented mixologists from Park City restaurants will present their respective cocktails and showcase their creativity, technique, and personality in front of a panel of judges and captive audience members who will vote to decide the winner. Tickets will be on sale soon at parkcityrestaurants.com
Taste of Luxury Series | VIP Reception & Dinner with Chef Giancarlo Morelli
Aug. 22 & 23, 2025
VIP Reception 6:30 p.m. | Dinner 7 p.m.
Two nights of this VIP Meet & Greet Reception and Dinner feature Chef Giancarlo Morelli. Guests can savor exquisite canapés, sip hand-selected wines, and mingle with Chef Morelli before a five-course Italian dinner spotlighting his signature cuisine, thoughtfully paired with exceptional wines from the Bon Vivant Imports portfolio.
Taste of Luxury Series | Hands-On Cooking Class with Chef Giancarlo Morelli
Aug. 24, 2025 | 1 p.m.
In this immersive, hands-on class at The Brass Tag, guests will learn the art of crafting pasta from scratch under the guidance of Chef Morelli and Deer Valley’s culinary team. Following the class, participants will savor their freshly made creation, perfectly paired with hand-selected wines. Each guest will depart with a pasta maker, a custom apron, and a special gift to commemorate the experience.
Deer Valley Mountain Beer Festival
Sept. 13 & 14, 2025 | Noon – 5 p.m.
This two-day festival includes scenic chairlift access throughout the resort, outdoor dining, live music, and family-friendly activities. Sample a curated selection of Utah’s finest craft beers—including full-strength varieties—and discover diverse styles from beloved local breweries. Festival access is only available via chairlift, with parking and check-in at Snow Park Lodge.
Guests can also kick off the weekend with the Brewmaster Dinner, a VIP Brew & Culinary Tasting on Friday, September 12, from 6-9 p.m., at Silver Lake Lodge. The Brewmaster Dinner is an intimate, high-elevation dining experience celebrating the art of beer pairing. Guests will enjoy a thoughtfully curated five-course dinner prepared by Deer Valley’s renowned chefs, with each course expertly matched to a distinctive craft brew that complements its flavors. Guests can purchase their seat for this culinary experience online at deervalley.com.
For tickets, reservations, and more information about summer dining experiences at Deer Valley, visit the resort’s website at deervalley.com.
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