Culinary Takeover 2026 at St. Regis Deer Valley

  • March 2, 2026
Culinary Takeover 2026 at St. Regis Deer Valley
The St. Regis Deer Valley, one of the most luxurious mountain Resorts in the world, today announced Culinary Takeover 2026, a gastronomic adventure with food, wine, libations and entertainment the ingredients for five dynamic dining events March 18-21, 2026.  A collaboration between internationally known 'Iron Chef' Geoffrey Zakarian and 'Sandwich King' Chef Jeff Mauro along with The St. Regis Deer Valley's Executive Chef Matthew Fradera, all five Culinary Takeover 2026 events will feature wines from select vintners, live music and the opportunity to mix and mingle with the Chefs. 

Culinary Takeover 2026 will be an unforgettable mélange of food, wine and entertainment, coupled with signature St. Regis style.  The slopeside ski-in ski-out Resort, the only with a funicular at a North American property, has stunning views of the Wasatch. This year, in addition to the “Takeovers” of the St. Regis Dining Collection, a new Après Ski Culinary Demonstration is an immersive experience that brings the energy of a live Food Network show right to the mountains of Deer Valley Resort.

Events, open to the public with reservations required, are as follows:
Wednesday, March 18, 2026: The Vintage Room Culinary Takeover Kickoff Party.  3:00- 8:00 PM.  Experience the hottest après ski spot in the country as Chefs Zakarian, Mauro and Fradera collaborate to create the most flavorful après cuisine.  The completely clear Vintage Room is host to the best people watching in Park City with a lively club vibe, modern décor, shimmering lights, an outdoor deck and expanded dance floor and VIP sections.  Electrifying entertainment features special saxophone-playing guest DJ Yarden_Saxaphone.  Purchase a table or tickets ($100) for an exclusive culinary experience event through SRDVdining.com.

Thursday, March 19, 2026: RIME’s Chef Tasting Dinner.  Reception 5:30- 6:15 PM, Dinner 6:15 PM.  This five-course dinner in the Resort’s signature restaurant, RIME is a collaboration of guest Chefs Geoffrey Zakarian, Jeff Mauro, St. Regis Deer Valley’s Chefs Matthew Fradera, Chef De Cuisine Pablo Matos, and Pastry Chef Marcelo Ferrinha creating a memorable evening of exceptional cuisine and delightful company in a stunning setting.  Chappellet Vineyards and Winemaker Ry Richards is the featured vintner for the evening.  $485 per person includes Wine Pairings.  Music by exceptionally popular String FX.  Children 12 and under $200.  Reservations can be made at SRDVdining.com.  NOTE: Tickets are limited!
 
Friday, March 20, 2026: Après Ski Culinary Demo and Q&A with Chefs Geoffrey Zakarian and Jeff Mauro.  4:00- 5:30 PM.  Watch Geoffrey Zakarian and Jeff Mauro bring their chemistry, playful jabs, and expert techniques to life in a masterclass-style cooking demo reminiscent of the Emmy nominated show, The Kitchen. Guests of all ages will enjoy the fun, flavor, and behind‑the‑scenes excitement as these two acclaimed chefs create, entertain, and interact with the audience.  Reservations include light bites and a cocktail for adults.  $75 per person.  Reservations can be made at SRDVdining.com. 

Friday, March 20, 2026: La Stellina Takeover with Chef Geoffrey Zakarian.  6:00 PM to close.  ‘Iron Chef’ Geoffrey Zakarian takes over the sleek and sophisticated La Stellina, where locally sourced produce combines with authentic Italian meats, cheeses, pastas, and pizzas to create dishes that appeal to every palate.  Savor a unique dining experience as Chef Zakarian adds his own menu items, greets and interacts with guests.  The evening’s wines are presented by Alex Banville, whose family is behind the renowned Tolaini Estate in Chianti Classico.  Banville has personally selected both his family’s estate wines and a few hidden gems from their portfolio- all thoughtfully paired to complement Chef Zakarian’s dishes.  Dinner is à la carte.  La Stellina is located in the Resort’s Snow Park Building.  Reservations can be made at SRDVdining.com.

Saturday, March 21, 2026: RIME Takeover with ‘Sandwich King’ Chef Jeff Mauro. 5:00 PM to close.  Chef Jeff Mauro takes over the Resort’s stunning signature restaurant RIME.  The event highlights the artistry and passion of RIME in combination with the energetic Chef Mauro who imparts his own flavor and flair.  Wines by Alex Banville, owner of Banville Wine Merchants, whose family remains deeply rooted in European winemaking.  Banville will be joined by Bertrand Blanchez, their Brand Ambassador for French wines.  An à la carte experience.  Reservations can be made at SRDVdining.com. 
 
About Iron Chef Geoffrey Zakarian
Geoffrey Zakarian is recognized by culinary industry insiders as a superstar chef in the restaurant world, and by food enthusiasts as an 'Iron Chef,' author, fashion icon, and trusted television presence. Highlights from his Food Network television career include Emmy-nominated The Kitchen, Chopped, Iron Chef America, and Big Restaurant Bet. Zakarian has combined his love for hospitality and technical chef expertise to create his own line of gourmet foods and innovative cookware developed to elevate the experience of home cooks everywhere. A committed advocate in the fight against hunger, he has served for 15 years as Chair of the Food Council for City Harvest, helping rescue and distribute fresh food to communities in need across New York City. For more information, visit GeoffreyZakarian.com and follow him on social media @GeoffreyZakarian.
 
About Chef Jeff Mauro
Emmy-Nominated Celebrity Chef, Jeff Mauro was born and raised in Chicago where he was determined from an early age to become the funniest chef in the world. After years spent cooking in restaurants, graduating with honors from Culinary School while performing on stage, he landed himself on Season 7 of the hit show Food Network Star. He ultimately won the competition by combining his passion for cooking with comedy and landed his own series, the Emmy-nominated Sandwich King. He is a co-host of the 3-time Emmy-nominated The Kitchen, now in its 40th season and a recurring co-host on Food Network’s Prime Time show Worst Cooks in America as well as the host of the of Holiday Wars! He is also currently on tour with the popular variety show, Jeff Mauro Live! From Clown to King, playing at theaters across the country.
Jeff is the proud founder and CEO of Mauro Provision, a premium retail, wholesale & direct-to-consumer line of the world’s best craft giardiniera (jar-din-air-ah), sauces, deli meats, craft rubs, frozen pizzas & legendary sandwich kits.
He still lives in the same neighborhood he grew up in with his wife Sarah, his son Lorenzo and their two dogs JoJo and Pinot G. Jeff spends his free time playing lead guitar and singing in his popular band called The Jewel Bags. He releases steam by boxing, eating and smoking meats.  His favorite color is Pastrami and his favorite smell is charred pepperoni.
 
About The St. Regis Deer Valley’s Executive Chef Matthew Fradera
Executive Chef Fradera of The St. Regis Deer Valley oversees all Culinary Operations, banquets and events at the Resort, and supervises a superb staff of more than 50 cooks and stewards, working in concert with Chef Matthew Harris to interpret and execute the menus.  The Resort’s signature restaurant RIME was just named a Utah ‘Best Of’ 2026 by Salt Lake Magazine, the second year in a row.
Chef Fradera’s menus highlight the best quality and freshest seafood, meats and game from around the country as well as sourcing from local businesses and farmers. His priority is that of culinary excellence, innovation, superb sourcing and impeccable service.  Seafood is flown in daily from Nantucket, Maine and Hawaii.
Fradera, who makes his home in Heber with his wife and dog, enjoys snowboarding, poker, cheering for the Mets and Jets and exploring new cuisine, in addition to mentoring to his two younger brothers.
 
The St. Regis Deer Valley
One of the most luxurious mountain resorts in the world, The St. Regis Deer Valley, a true ski-in ski-out Resort located slopeside to the pristine runs of Deer Valley Resort, spans 12 acres and features 181 guest rooms, including exquisite one-bedroom suites and luxurious rooms which can be paired with the suites to form spacious two-, three-, and four-bedroom combinations. Among the 181 rooms are 67 elegant Hotel Condominiums and 34 grand Private Residences. Luxurious amenities include the only funicular at a North American ski resort, 24-hour Butler Service, and Ski Valets that make getting on and off the slopes a cinch.  The dining collection includes its signature restaurant RIME; bustling Italian bistro La Stellina; Park City's hottest après spot The Vintage Room; the acclaimed St. Regis Bar; French bistro Brasserie 7452; and the Wine Vault with over 10,000 bottles and 1,200 labels.  The Resort boasts a 14,000 square-foot St. Regis Spa, year-round heated outdoor two-tier infinity pool, European style Ski Beach, and year-round recreational activities. The slope-side Resort is just one mile from Main Street in Park City and 39 miles from Salt Lake City International Airport.