What are you most excited for about this year’s FNO?
“The restaurant/culinary community coming together to support a great cause and our community.”
If you could pick one ingredient to be in the mystery box, what would it be?
“Always a tough question but something growing or raised locally in Colorado right now.”
Which chef or restaurant (anywhere in the world) inspires your cooking style the most?
“I find so many chefs and restaurants inspiring but Chef Tomos Parry and Chef Clare Smyth currently.”
What’s your go-to kitchen pump-up song before a big night?
“Work by Gang Starr.”
Is there anything exciting happening at your restaurant that you want to share with our community?
“We have an amazing lineup of guest chef dinners coming up starting this Summer. Chefs from all over the country will be visiting the restaurants to do one night dinners.”
What are you most excited for about this year’s FNO?
“It’s always exciting to get a bunch of great chefs together for events like this to make great connections in the local restaurant community.”
If you could pick one ingredient to be in the mystery box, what would it be?
“Not bananas!”
Which chef or restaurant (anywhere in the world) inspires your cooking style the most?
“In my early days, probably the Swedish Chef.”
What’s your go-to kitchen pump-up song before a big night?
“Definitely the man boy song, by the Vaselines.”
Is there anything exciting happening at your restaurant that you want to share with our community?
“Aurum Maui baby!”
What are you most excited for about this year’s FNO?
“We’re most excited to connect with fellow chefs and showcase what Summit County cuisine can do—all while supporting a cause that uplifts local families.”
If you could pick one ingredient to be in the mystery box, what would it be?
“Colorado morel mushrooms. They’re earthy, rare, and absolutely packed with flavor—perfect for turning something simple into something extraordinary.”
Which chef or restaurant (anywhere in the world) inspires your cooking style the most?
“Charlie Trotter has been a longtime inspiration. His commitment to excellence, discipline in the kitchen, and innovative approach to fine dining left a lasting mark on American cuisine—and on me as a chef. His philosophy still resonates in how we cook and lead today.”
What’s your go-to kitchen pump-up song before a big night?
“In our kitchen, it’s all about silence, sharp focus, and clear communication. We thrive in a space where we can hear each other, stay present, and let the energy of service drive the rhythm.”
Is there anything exciting happening at your restaurant that you want to share with our community?
“We’ve just launched our new summer menu, packed with mountain-fresh ingredients and seasonal twists. Plus, we’re rolling out a series of chef-led tasting dinners that we’re really excited about—stay tuned!”
What are you most excited for about this year’s FNO?
Cory: “I’m most excited to connect with other talented chefs and push my creativity under pressure. There’s nothing like the energy of FNO — it’s a mix of competition, community, and pure culinary adrenaline.” Koa: “I am most excited about the rise in popularity in this event from last year, and getting to test my culinary skills against other chefs in my area.”
If you could pick one ingredient to be in the mystery box, what would it be?
Cory: “Andouille sausage. It’s bold, smoky, and versatile — perfect for building flavor fast and adding a Cajun twist to just about anything.” Koa: “If I could pick one ingredient it would be Bok Choy, as I have been doing a lot of Asian inspired cooking recently.”
Which chef or restaurant (anywhere in the world) inspires your cooking style the most?
Cory: “Cedric Grolet. His pastries are absolute works of art, and I’m constantly inspired by his limitless creativity and precision. He reminds me that food can be both visually stunning and technically masterful.” Koa: “I think one of my biggest chef inspirations is Anthony Bourdain. I am very inspired how he can fit any kitchen style from a fine dining restaurant to a little food stall in the middle of nowhere.”
What’s your go-to kitchen pump-up song before a big night?
Cory: “Drop the World by Lil Wayne. It’s raw, powerful, and gets me into the mindset to take on anything the night throws at me.” Koa: “Anything Jimmy Buffet gets me in the mindset to do some cooking.”
Is there anything exciting happening at your restaurant that you want to share with our community?
Cory: “I’m working on bringing more creativity and more elevated Asian-inspired dishes to the menu — aligning with other standout locations across the mountain. Our season signature Chicken Katsu was a huge hit, and let’s just say… you’ll want to stay tuned for what we’re cooking up next season.” Koa: “Ten Mile is opening to booking for weddings for events for the summer season.”
What are you most excited for about this year’s FNO?
“I am excited to compete against local chefs in good spirit to entertain and make money for our local FIRC.”
If you could pick one ingredient to be in the mystery box, what would it be?
“If I had to choose an ingredient it would be gourmet mushrooms.“
Which chef or restaurant (anywhere in the world) inspires your cooking style the most?
“The Chef I draw most inspiration from is Marco Pierre White.”
What’s your go-to kitchen pump-up song before a big night?
“Over the mountain – Ozzy“
What are you most excited for about this year’s FNO?
“Seeing and meeting new faces amongst our community and industry.”
If you could pick one ingredient to be in the mystery box, what would it be?
“Tahini.”
Which chef or restaurant (anywhere in the world) inspires your cooking style the most?
“Jet Li fan. Not particularly my style exactly, but really love his character and appreciate his talent.”
What’s your go-to kitchen pump-up song before a big night?
“Stairway to Heaven.”
Is there anything exciting happening at your restaurant that you want to share with our community?
“We are ever expanding and love spreading out across Summit County and Avon. Our growing team is pretty amazing.”
251 W 4th Street
Silverthorne, CO 80498
Phone: (970) 262-3888
Fax: (970) 439-2367
P.O. Box 4990
Breckenridge, CO 80424
251 W 4th Street
Silverthorne, CO 80498
Phone: (970) 262-3888
Fax: (970) 439-2367
P.O. Box 4990
Breckenridge, CO 80424
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