FAIRMONT CHATEAU WHISTLER

Dine in a Snow Globe

Snow globes are magical things. One flick of the wrist and snowflakes fall on the scene below, somewhere meaningful to the beholder. But wouldn’t it be magical if you could actually be inside the globe, looking up at the snowflakes falling around you, with the added benefit of being served a five-course meal with drink pairings? This year is certainly in need of a little magical innovation, and this winter, the Fairmont Chateau Whistler has taken this to another level with their Snow Globe Dining Domes.

Glowing on the Wildflower restaurant’s patio, three domes are filled with plush fur throws and cushions, with twinkling fairy lights strung overhead giving guests that warm, cozy feeling. Derek Bendig, the executive sous chef, has designed the five-course dinner and has undoubtedly added some distinctive magic touches.

“The globes are beautiful,” says Bendig. “It’s a memorable, unique, and safe experience that we’re excited to bring to our guests this winter. The menu includes gin-cured steelhead trout gravlax (fish, cured with salt and sugar), bison carpaccio, wild mushroom risotto, seared scallops, a 50-ounce Tomahawk steak, and a decadent dessert platter. Each globe has a beverage partner, with Stella Artois, Fever-Tree, and B.C.-based wineries Blasted Church and Roche Wines paired with each course. It’s a passion of mine to find just the right pairing, and we have some fantastic beer, wine, and cocktails to wow people.” It’s all served family-style with the dome concept integrated into the presentation, making this both a visual experience and a gastronomic one. Dome guests can expect to leave with a little memento of their time in the globe — not that you’re likely to forget an experience like this! The globes fit a group of up to six inside — perfect for an unforgettable family experience or an incredibly romantic gesture.

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