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Private chef guides from The Mobile Chef in Summit County: group dinners, apres ski food, wine pairing, dietary needs and cooking at altitude.

Questions to Ask a Caterer Before You Book

Questions to ask a caterer about service style, drop-off, platters, headcount, food safety and the bill, so you can compare quotes before you book an event.
Packed Lunch for Skiing: What Holds Up on the Mountain

A packed lunch for skiing that survives the cold: what stays edible in a pocket, how to use a thermos, what to leave out and how to keep…
How to Start a Supper Club With Your Friends

How to start a supper club with friends: who to invite, how often to meet, who cooks, who pays and the house rules that keep it going past…
How to Cook a Turkey at High Altitude Without Drying It Out

How to cook a turkey at high altitude: where good sources disagree on time, how to plan a window at 9,600 feet, and the thermometer check that settles…
How Long Do Thanksgiving Leftovers Last at the Rental?

How long do Thanksgiving leftovers last? A table by dish, what to do on check-out day, and how to pack a cooler for the drive home from your…
High Altitude Baking Tips for a Rental Kitchen

High altitude baking tips for a rental kitchen: university figures for leavening, sugar, liquid and oven heat at 9,600 feet, and how to test them one at a…
Drinking Alcohol at Altitude: What Visitors Should Know

Drinking alcohol at altitude: what the CDC advises for your first 48 hours, what studies found on blood alcohol, and when symptoms need medical care.
Dinner Party Playlist: How to Build One That Lasts All Night

Build a dinner party playlist for arrival, dinner and after: how long to make it, how loud to play it and how to handle a rental’s unfamiliar speaker.
Dinner Party Conversation Starters That Actually Work

Dinner party conversation starters sorted by table: strangers, old friends, mixed ages and colleagues, plus what to avoid and how to rescue a quiet table.
Cookie Exchange Party Ideas for a Mountain Holiday

Cookie exchange party ideas for a mountain holiday: simple rules, how many cookies per guest, packaging, and how to carry a box home through the snow.