This article is sponsored in partnership with our friends at Beaver Creek Mountain.

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Set at the base of a World Cup mountain, Beaver Creek Winter Culinary Weekend presented by GMC offers a wide range of epicurean experiences – from intimate, luxurious culinary explorations to dynamic, high-alpine outdoor adventures. Mix and mingle with celebrity guest chefs, get to know world-renowned Beaver Creek host chefs, sip on exquisite cocktails and wines, learn from distinguished winemakers and revel in endless hours of phenomenal skiing.

Beaver Creek invites guests to indulge in bold culinary and mountain adventures at a world-class Rocky Mountain destination January 18-21, 2018 at Beaver Creek Winter Culinary Weekend.

Throughout four days, guests will create a customized menu of food, wine, spirit and mountain experiences featuring internationally-renowned guest chefs and celebrated host chefs, distinguished winemakers, interactive cooking demonstrations, dynamic après-ski events, hand-selected wines, expertly crafted cocktails and endless hours of skiing on the pristine Beaver Creek slopes.

This year's guest chefs include Marco Canora, of New York, Jonathan Waxman, of New York, Alex Guarnaschelli, of New York, Jennifer Jasinski of Denver, Colorado, and Diego Isunza Kahlo, of Mexico City.

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Beaver Creek Winter Culinary Weekend Schedule

Mexico Meets the Mountains

Enjoy a tequila-paired dinner with dishes from Chef Diego Isunza Kahlo of Mexico City paired with hand-selected tequila from Herradura.

Time: Thursday, January 18th 7 pm - 10 pm

Price: $70/person

Event Location: The Metropolitan

Beaver Creek First Tracks & Gourmet Breakfast

Do you dream of being one of the first skiers on the mountain, enjoying perfectly groomed runs at sunrise? Beaver Creek First Tracks gives guests the opportunity to enjoy unmatched access, boarding the Centennial Express Lift an hour before the mountain opens to the public. After skiing flawlessly groomed runs, delight in a delectable breakfast on-mountain at the exclusive Allie’s Cabin, prepared by Executive Chef Kirk Weems, including Moet Mimosas and Belvedere Bloody Maries.

Time: Friday, January 19th 7:30 am - 10 am

Price: $150/person (Please note: The price does NOT include a lift ticket or ski equipment.)

Event Location: Centennial Express Lift and Allie’s Cabin

Guided Snowshoe Excursion & Lunch with Guest Chef Marco Canora

Your morning will feature a guided snowshoe tour in one of Beaver Creek's most stunning, pristine settings - the secluded Beaver Creek Nordic Sports Center and McCoy Park, home to over 30 kilometers of beautiful trails. Enjoy lift access to reach McCoy Park, and arrive to trails that are peaceful and quiet. After snowshoeing through the stunning surroundings, relax at Grouse Mountain Grill and enjoy lunch prepared by Executive Chef David Gutowski and guest chef and James Beard Award winner Marco Canora as well as wines paired with each course from Peay Winery.

Guest Winemaker: Nick Peay of Peay Vineyards. Nick will showcase Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Syrah from his 51 acre hamlet at the edge the Sonoma Coast region in California. Nick is the steward of his estate and is involved in all steps from vine to glass. Create a memorable experience to dine and discuss wines with a true vigneron.

Time: Friday, January 19th 9:30 am - 2 pm

Price: $150/person (Please note: All snowshoe equipment and foot passenger lift access provided with event ticket.)

Event Location: Beaver Creek Mountain and Grouse Mountain Grill

Après Village: Burgers & Beers

Enjoy live music from Brendan McKinney and a variety of delicious burgers and beers available for purchase throughout the Village. Colorado breweries including Vail Brewing Company, Bonfire Brewing, Roaring Fork Beer Company and Crooked Stave Artisans will provide complimentary beer tastings while supplies last.

Time: Friday, January 19th 3 pm - 6 pm

Price: Complimentary access with menu items available for purchase

Event Location: Beaver Creek Village

Wine Dinner with Guest Chef Jonathan Waxman

In the elegant surroundings of the Chateau, join Splendido’s Executive Chef Brian Ackerman and guest chef and James Beard Award winner Jonathan Waxman for a luxurious multi-course dinner with exquisite wine pairings from Huneeus Wines and Quintessa.

Guest Winemaker: Rebekah Wineburg of Quintessa winery and estate. Rebekah will give insight to multiple vintages of Quintessa's Cabernet based blends. She crafts these wines from grapes grown biodynamically in the heart of Napa Valley’s Rutherford region. Wines from the sister winery Flowers will also be paired.

Time: Friday, January 19th 6:30 pm - 10 pm

Price: $200/person

Event Location: Splendido at the Chateau

Mules & Manhattans

Tell the doorman the password for entry to the Speakeasy. Sip on hand-crafted cocktails from Woodford Reserve, nibble on inspired hors d’oeuvres and kick up your heels to a live swing band. This cocktail party will be the talk of the town.

Time: Friday, January 19th 8 pm. - 11 pm

Price: $60/person

Event Location: 8100 Private Dining Room at the Park Hyatt Beaver Creek

Ski.Eat.Ski with Guest Chef Jennifer Jasinski

Join Beaver Creek’s renowned ski and snowboard instructors for a morning of exploring intermediate and advanced trails on the mountain, and pick up some new technique tips along the way. After challenging yourself in the snow, warm up and relax at Zach’s Cabin, perched on the mountain above Bachelor Gulch. Savor a gourmet lunch prepared by Denver-based guest chef and James Beard Award winner Jennifer Jasinski and Executive Chef Ron Jackson paired with unique wines from Scar of the Sea Winery to complete this elevated on-mountain experience.

Guest Winemaker/Cidermaker: Mikey Giugni from Scar of the Sea. Scar of the Sea is a small wine and cider project of less than 3,000 annual cases and only two employees. Mikey and his partner emphasize heirloom plantings of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and produce Ciders from early-century apple orchards along California’s Central Coast.

Time: Saturday, January 20th 9:30 am - 2 pm

Price: $150/person (Please note: This event is limited to intermediate and advanced skiers and snowboarders only. The price does NOT include a lift ticket or ski equipment.)

Lunch Location: Zach’s Cabin on Beaver Creek Mountain

Cooking Demonstration & Gourmet Lunch with Guest Chef Alex Guarnaschell

At this exclusive cooking class, watch as guest chef and Food Network’s Alex Guarnaschelli works culinary magic at Splendido at the Chateau’s spectacular demonstration kitchen. This unique event culminates with a lively lunch where guests will feast on top-notch dishes paired with exquisite wines curated by Wilson Daniels importer.

Guest Sommelier and Certified Wine Educator: William Davis has an extensive experience in hospitality and the wine education. William will carefully pair and explain wines from Wilson Daniels highly selective portfolio.

Time: Saturday, January 20th 11 am - 2 pm

Price: $150/person

Event Location: Splendido at the Chateau

Après Village: Pizza & Prosecco

Dine on pizza and sip prosecco and prosecco cocktails available for purchase throughout the Village as you listen to live music from the Tony Gulizia Trio and enjoy Beaver Creek’s best shopping. Enjoy complimentary tastings of Bisol Prosecco while supplies last.

Time: Saturday, January 20th 3 pm - 6 pm

Price: Complimentary access with menu items available for purchase

Event Location: Beaver Creek Village

My Perfect Pizza Kids’ Cooking Class

Kids can learn to toss pizza dough, knead it into the perfect shape and customize it with their choice of toppings. After the chefs at Blue Moose bake the pizzas, kids can return to enjoy it with their parents to enjoy their culinary creations.

Time: Saturday, January 20th 4 pm - 5pm

Price: $20/child (Children ages 4 and up)

Event Location: Blue Moose Pizza

Grand Tasting

Savor outstanding bites, treats, and libations at the Grand Tasting, the event that showcases premiere chefs from Beaver Creek and guest chefs from throughout the country, including Marco Canora, Alex Guarnaschelli, Jennifer Jasinski, and Jonathan Waxman. Hand selected wines, spirits, and beers are paired perfectly with dishes from more than twenty Chefs and restaurants. All of the top talent from each event of Winter Culinary Weekend will be under one roof, dazzling guests with their best. Revel in the ultimate party of Winter Culinary Weekend while you eat, drink, and dance to live music.

Time: Saturday, January 20th 7 pm - 10 pm

Price: $175/person

Event Location: Park Hyatt Beaver Creek Resort & Spa - Ford Hall

Sunset Snowshoe & Sunday Supper

Beaver Creek’s exclusive and luxurious on-mountain log cabin is open for a rare culinary treat. Enjoy gorgeous sunset views on your guided snowshoe excursion from Beaver Creek Village to Allie’s Cabin. You’ll be greeted by cozy slippers and a warm drink. Savor hand-selected wines from Schweiger Vineyards with a gourmet dinner prepared by Executive Chef Kirk Weems. Cap off your night with a sleigh ride back to Beaver Creek Village to conclude a memorable weekend.

Time: Sunday, January 21st 3:30 pm - 9 pm

Price: $200/person

Event Location: Beaver Creek Mountain and Allie’s Cabin

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