Celebrate the Art of Live-Fire Cooking
Fire & Flavor Festival
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JULY 11 - 13, 2025
New this season, Fire & Flavor Festival celebrates the art of live-fire cooking in Deer Valley's stunning alpine setting. The experience kicks off on July 11, 2025 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, 2025, from 11 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 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.
Admission is free with the purchase of a $10 lift ticket from Snow Park, and one child may ride free per paying adult. Food and beverage are sold à la carte throughout the festival, with each culinary station offering a $25 plate.
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Live Music Lineup
Enjoy live performances from local artists on the Silver Lake Lawn.
| Date | Time | Artist |
|---|---|---|
| July 12, 2025 | 1-4 p.m. | Trash Moon Collective |
| July 13, 2025 | 1-4 p.m. | BD Howes Band |
From the Chefs: Signature Dishes
Chef Ryan Arensdorf
Executive Chef, Guest
Kansas City smoked BBQ with sides and sweet corn bread
Chef Sarah Glover
Guest Chef & Open-Fire Cooking Specialist
Live fire food prepared over Breeo fire pits and Gozney pizza ovens
Chef Peter Menteer
Resort Executive Chef, Deer Valley
8-ft paella pan with local meats and fresh seafood
Chef Sam Phelan
Resort Executive Sous Chef, Deer Valley
Deer Valley lift tower smoker and plank salmon from the open fire pits
Meet The Chefs
Sarah Glover
Sarah Glover is an internationally recognized chef and author. Throughout her career, Sarah has blazed a trail in the culinary realm, published the award-winning Wild Adventure, Wild Child and Open Skies cookbooks, and established a successful global brand. With her roots and culinary escapades founded in Tasmania, Sarah bounces between Australia and the USA, where she has cooked for Martha Stewart and Gordon Ramsay, and shares her knowledge on world-class sustainable fare.
Peter Menteer
Peter Menteer joined Deer Valley in 2022 and now oversees the resort’s renowned culinary program. A Montana native, he previously served as Executive Chef at the Stock Farm Club in the Bitterroot Valley. After graduating with honors from The Western Culinary Institute with a Le Cordon Bleu Degree, Peter honed his skills in top Portland restaurants and later led culinary teams in Chicago, opening three restaurants as Executive Chef at major Westin and Sheraton properties.
Ryan Arensdorf
Ryan Arensdorf is an accomplished Executive Chef with over 20 years of experience specializing in barbecue and open-fire cooking. He combines formal culinary training and French influence with a deep passion for grilling, smoking, and wood-fired techniques. Known for his mastery of outdoor cooking, Chef Ryan elevates every dish through thoughtful technique and a commitment to high-quality, locally sourced ingredients that enhance flavor and authenticity.
Sam Phelan
Sam Phelan brings a refined approach to regional cuisine, shaped by his roots in Alabama and along the East Coast. A graduate of the New England Culinary Institute, he began his career at Stowe Lodge in Vermont and later worked at Napa Valley’s Calistoga Ranch. In Utah, he has held culinary leadership roles at Montage Deer Valley, Waldorf Astoria, and Zermatt Resort. Now based in Heber City, Sam draws inspiration from his diverse background and enjoys time with family, golf, and gardening.
