FOOD AND DRINK Greeted by Grandeur Taharaa Mountain Lodge Estes Park, Colorado As one of Colorado’s top fine-dining institutions for over two decades, Twin Owls Steakhouse in Taharaa Mountain Lodge is known for its commitment to impeccable service and guest experience. From the moment you enter the Great Room, guests are greeted by breathtaking views of the Estes Valley and treated to a menu that blends classic flavors with fresh ideas. The filet mignon—prepared Twin Sisters Style, topped with bearnaise, blue cheese, and pistachios—is a must-try. “And no trip to the steakhouse would be complete without trying our scallops,” says owner Sandra Huerta. “We might be a thousand miles from the nearest ocean, but Chef Rich has never let that stop him from preparing some of the finest scallops you will ever sample.” Reserve a table on the weekend to enjoy live music by local performers. More on page 36 . BACON-WRAPPED SCALLOPS We might be a thousand miles from the nearest ocean, but Chef Rich has never let that stop him from preparing some of the finest scallops you will ever sample. TWIN OWLS STEAKHOUSE Quintessential Vermont The Dorset Inn Dorset, Vermont The chefs don’t have a favorite dish at one of Vermont’s oldest continuously operating inns and restaurants. That’s because every item on the menu, from hand-cut fries to seared foie gras, is influenced by the harmonious relationships The Dorset Inn has built with local farmers and purveyors. Along with its renowned New England cuisine, the restaurant offers an award-winning wine list, and a new selection is chosen daily to complement its specials. If there is a best time to experience the “quintessential Vermont” ambiance and cuisine, it is the holidays. “A festive celebration meal in the historic dining room is a special experience that has been enjoyed by generations of families who travel to Dorset just for the holidays,” says owner Lauren Bryant. More on page 70 . DECADENT LUNCH AND WINE PAIRING 14 Select Registry’s Inn Scene Spring/Summer 2023