Bubbles? No troubles: Enjoy a champagne brunch at Four Seasons Vail
From omelets to oysters and bloody mary's to breakfast burgers, indulge in decadence this weekend
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Some days, it’s not all about the vertical feet you get on the mountain but more about slowing down and treating yourself to a delicious brunch. The Four Seasons Resort and Residences Vail is offering a champagne brunch on Saturdays and Sundays throughout the ski season from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for $69 per person, and that includes unlimited mimosas.
The brunch takes place at the resort’s Flame Restaurant, which specializes in Colorado fish, game and steak. The views from Flame overlook the resort’s expansive pool and the slopes on Vail Mountain. It’s the perfect place for a bridal brunch, a way to wrap up a romantic getaway or gather with friends after catching first chair.
Once seated at your table, choose from a variety of the unlimited mimosas being offered. Or build your own bloody mary from the cart that will be rolled over and watch your drink being prepared tableside. Choose your vodka, choose the spice level of the mix and your garnishes. There are also other drinks you can order like the classic Pimm’s cup, get your caffeine via an espresso martini or if you need a little hair of the dog, try the Corpse Reviver #2 with dry gin, Cointreau, Cocchi Americano, lemon and absinthe.
After you order your cocktail, peruse the room and view all the different buffet stations, from pastries to artisan cheeses and salmon, capers and cream cheese to put on your bagel, to roasted Brussels sprouts and hash browns, an omelet station, raw oysters, fruit, granola, smoothies and more.
After you’ve grabbed some goodies, choose one of the many entrees that are also included in the price. Jumbo lump crab cake benedicts are always a good idea or go for something less traditional for brunch like the Colorado smash burger with a fried egg, smoked pancetta, Hatch green chile gouda and chipotle aioli. Or, order the organic chicken and herb pot pie with a fried egg and a peppery puffed pastry which is one of Flame’s executive chef Simon Purvis’ favorite dishes.
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“Being from the United Kingdom, homemade pies are near and dear to my heart. Creating a version for our weekend brunch menu was a fun challenge, and I love the dish for that special element of surprise,” Purvis said. “I think it’s going to be particularly popular for weekend revelers in need of something hearty the morning after, and also for those fueling up for a day on the mountain.”
Save room for dessert including the resort’s signature Haute Chocolate, which has a house-made chocolate lattice on the brim of the cup along with a house-made marshmallow. Get your cameras ready for the Instagram moment when the hot chocolate is poured over the chocolate and watch as the lattice melts into the cup and the marshmallow drops into the tasty hot chocolate. In addition to the Haute Chocolate, you can also indulge in several desserts including chocolate coconut pudding, mini apple coffee Bundt cake, a house-made cinnamon pop tart and more.
While you are enjoying brunch, live music fills the room to provide a festive vibe. The musicians change each week and often take requests, so think of some of your favorite tunes for them to play to add to this special way to spend your day. For reservations go to OpenTable.com to get set up for this great experience.
