"Tantalizing Tuesdays" at the Horse
We begin our 5th year of "Tantalizing Tuesdays" - the Flathead's most sought after foodie event - with a culinary twist! After visiting the cuisines of over 24 countries, we're getting up close and personal - featuring the works of some of the world's most respected chefs.
Each Tuesday, we'll feature a snapshot of the cuisine made famous by such chefs as Alain Ducasse, Julia Childs, Thomas Keller and others lesser known, but no less exceptional chefs. Each dinner will be paired with five unique wines provided by Rocky Mountain Wine Distributors.
Secured reservations are required and may be made by emailing Chef Kathleen at laughinghorselodge@gmail.com. These events are sold out months in advance, so reserve early! $139 per couple, $45 for non-drinking, designated drivers.
The 2014 Tuesday Chef's Tables are:
June 24th Island Creations inspired by Chef Beverly Gannon of the award-winning Hali'imaile General Store in Maui.
July 8th SouthWest Impressions inspired by Chef Angel Estrada of the classic Midtown Bistro of Santa Fe, New Mexico
July 22nd The New Franco-American inspired by Chef Kevin Binkley of Binkley's of Scottsdale (prev. of the French Laundry).
August 12th Ahhh Julia! inspired by our very own Francophile, Chef Julia Childs.
August 26th Viva La Japan! inspired by renowned Chef Alain Ducasse's Beige in Tokyo.
September 9th Montana Is My Home inspired by our local farm to table produce and proteins with a surprise, guest chef.
2014 Events at the Horse!
May 8 Opening for the Season
May 11 Mother's Day Brunch 9am - 2pm Reservations suggested.
May 25 Memorial Day Picnic with the Montana Highlanders Pipe and Drum Band to benefit Stand Down Flathead and the Veterans' Food Pantry.
June 22 Erin & The Project perform at the Horse.
More to come....
Your Montana Adventure begins at the Horse!
Hiking, mountain biking or horse back riding the Swan and Mission Mountain ranges will be major highlights of your stay. Bring a camera to the meadows of Lost Creek and be ready for black bear and grizzly, or Bond Creek for mountain goats. At the Oxbow Reserve spot a moose or a family of white tail deer. And of course, there's always Glacier National Park just a short drive away.
Kayak the Swan River and get splashed by beaver or catch a glimpse of an elusive ermine searching for crayfish in the river mud. Paddlers may thrill to Class V high adventure on Swan River's Wild Mile or a relaxing paddle on Swan Lake. Easy to use sea kayaks and paddle boards are available at the Lodge. Take a short walk to Morley's Canoe Shop, where Greg and his son Steve handcraft cedar canoes that are works of art as well as highly functional watercraft... but don't fall in love with one and expect delivery tomorrow... Greg's canoes are in such high demand, a two year wait is not unheard of!
Flyfishing - Clear mountain streams and highland lakes offer the adventurous fisherman outstanding sport with brookies, cutthroat and rainbow trout. Flyfishing is de rigueur on Swan River, and Swan Lake offers world-class pike and bull trout. Explore on your own or find your fishing adventure with an experienced local guide. The Swan Lake Day Park located 1/4 mile from the Lodge provides a boat launch and dock facilities for boating, fishing and jet skiing. Rental powered water vehicles may be delivered to Swan Lake for your enjoyment.
Whether your idea of vacation adventure is bagging a mountain peak; laying a fly on the back side of an eddy; perched atop a rugged trail horse; or sipping an exceptional Pinot in the garden with a good book at sunset...the Horse can be your Montana dream destination. Won't you join us?
