Joe D.
Yelp
We purposely pinpointed a March 2nd return (after multiple outstanding visits in 2020) to celebrate what would have been my late mother's 100th birthday. May sound strangely nostalgic perhaps..but there is no more hospitable and happy place than Snowbird (SML) for such a moment-capture.
A preface/kicker:
I wanted to underscore the occasion by recreating the making of Mom's once-in-a-while fave libation - the classic Manhattan. Not the 21st Century bourbon version. No, had to be the 1960s rye whisky rendition. So...with ingredients in hand we checked in and once again immediately became immersed in SML's atmospherics of accommodating ambience. The ever-enthusiastic Ginny had to put on the mixologist's cap...amidst my reminding her there was "no pressure...the MOMhattan just has to be perfect!"
So...whisky, sweet vermouth, bitters...(stirred)... garnished with maraschino cherry (with stem)...Presto! Bravo Ginny and Happy 100th, Mom.
From there we experienced another three nights of SML's legendary largesse of comfort, cordiality and culinary creativity. At this point a special note of recognition and thanks to Chef Chris and the restaurant Team for three delightful dining experiences. I confess to happily haranguing Chris since last November's visit to find some swordfish...grilled his way. I can sum it up with this: Succulent Success. Further, every course (four each evening) was inventive, flavor-full and served with understated elegance.
For 2021, "Improving on an already-masterpiece"...Snowbird's two management/visionaries, Robert and Mandy, have added a "Forest Chapel"
adjacent to the main building. Guests now have a spectacular setting to mark a moment, make a memory, enhance a special occasion...and no doubt there are other creative expressions waiting to be expressed. "Serenity" Mountain Lodge just became more...well, serene.
And by all means set your alarm, weather allowing, to witness the birth of a new day from Sunrise Point. Suntisfaction guaranteed!
Our past reviews have mentioned the esprit de corps that infuses Snowbird. In our opinion here is how that esprit is defined:
"GinnyAdaJacobCatrinaJenniferPaigeAnnaAmyCrystalPeteJRChristopherMikeRichKyleStaceyBreeKaitlinKadeyAustinJasonDanielleButch"
It just would not happen without People first; and the Robert-Mandy leadership duo continue to make sure their personnel are valued. That's why Snowbird Mountain Lodge has not only survived but thrived amidst the ugh-enduring challenge of COVID-19.
Congratulations to all...and we will see you again in May.