Easter at La Caille

Welcome the first hint of spring at La Caille. The gardens are just beginning to bloom and release the fresh scents of the season. During your stroll through the La Caille gardens, you may even spot the first peachicks and ducklings newly hatched on the property. You and the beloved animals are welcome to wander La Caille’s Vineyard as the fresh vine buds begin to break.

La Caille’s Garden Room mirrors the outdoors with its lush greenery and glass walls to take in the stunning property. The Grand Pavilion is a spring dream with expansive views of the growing gardens and vineyard nestled at the bottom of Little Cottonwood Canyon. Enjoy Easter Brunch under the blue-bird skies comfortably seated with your family and friends inside the Grand Pavilion. Or, if the spring day is warm, enjoy brunch on one of the many patios surrounding the French chateau. Brunch on the patios is quite the memorable experience. Listen to the babbling stream nearby and take in the grand vistas that surround the 20 acres of lush property.

The Easter Buffet Brunch at La Caille features fresh seafood, carving stations, salads, breakfast and lunch specialties, and decadent desserts. One favorite is the baked vanilla, cinnamon French toast topped with Vermont maple syrup, Chantilly cream and berries.

Easter at La Caille is sure to be filled with wonderful memories for you and your family. As you leave the cobble stone paths and tree lined drives, these memories will be etched in your mind and bring you feelings of warmth and contentment.  We hope to celebrate Easter with you and your family at La Caille. 

La Caille Winter Menu

As we settle in to a long winter we look for warm comforts. La Caille invites you to the grand restaurant to enjoy a cozy spot set just for you and your guests. La Caille offers a variety of uplifting winter menu choices. This season, La Caille is proud to introduce the winter menu with familiar favorites and a few new items sure to please any palette.

Guests can begin their experience with delicious Artisanal Cheeses, buttery Escargot, or the renowned Wild Mushroom Tart. The first course menu is just the beginning of a memorable experience that is dining at La Caille. These delectable choices are followed by the second course selections of Duck Consommé, Venison Carpaccio, or a Red Pear Salad. The first and second courses are strikingly paired with La Caille’s well-rounded wine menu complete with a variety of white and red options that will enhance the flavors of both courses. Any option you and your guests choose are sure to be enjoyed and the perfect foray to the entrees.

Hearty entrees with game meats are meticulously prepared and seasoned to bring out the finest flavors. The winter menu includes succulent Duck, Bison with bold seasoning, and perfectly prepared Venison. La Caille is also serving guest favorites, like the famous Bouillabaisse and Mary’s Roasted Chicken. Each dish is complemented with sides that accentuate the seasonal, robust flavors.

La Caille has expanded the winter delights with a tempting dessert menu. The esteemed pastry chef, Rebecca Millican, introduced a bittersweet chocolate cake to the sweet selections. This cake is baked with dense chocolate and caramel creating a rich, sumptuous flavor. An imaginative twist on the chocolate cake is the rosemary infused grapefruit that combined with the chocolate form a delightful finish to the five-star dining experience. La Caille’s after dinner treats also include a seasonal Pumpkin Tiramisu, delicious Frozen Nougat, and Roasted Pear and Fig Gallette. Popular year-round desserts like Bananas Foster and La Caille cookies grace the menu as well.

We hope to see you soon driving up the tree-lined cobble-stone road to dine with us at La Caille. We will save a seat by the fireplace for you, your family and friends.

The History of La Caille

La Caille was originally known as Quail Run, a weekend-only eatery in 1971. It was a popular local establishment even before the growing development in the area. La Caille first opened its doors in 1975 to the accolades of the fine dining community in the Salt Lake City area. Its innovative take on French cuisine made it the top destination for culinary arts enthusiasts across the Salt Lake Valley. The opening of La Caille put Utah on the fine dining map, and this history of excellence continues today.

During the last 40 years, La Caille has grown into a vibrant, 20-acre, five-star dining and event resort, specializing in authentic French cuisine and host to a plethora of special occasions year-round from weddings and family reunions to business conferences and luncheons.

The long-standing, family-centric restaurant continues to amaze all its guests with breath-taking views of the surrounding Wasatch Mountain range and 20 acres of lush green pastures where peacocks strut their majestic wings, swans gracefully swim in one of the glistening ponds on the property and baby ducks can be found frolicking behind their mothers in the early spring months. La Caille now stands regally among is neighboring communities with a newly renovated kitchen, a Seyval Blanc vineyard stretching across three acres with special irrigation and trellising, and an organic garden continuously replenishing the delectable meals served in the chateau.

For the past 20 years, La Caille has been awarded with the AAA Travel’s “Four Diamond” restaurant rating. This is attributed partially to the original chateau standing gracefully in the midst of the lavish gardens, forest and vineyard, but even more so to the unique historical setting captured throughout the entire restaurant — from the original tiling on the floors and ceilings to the many authentic French paintings decorating the spiral stairs, three stories high. The restaurant features four classically ornamented dining rooms, five open patios and the Grand Pavilion, accommodating 300 guests for dining and events. La Caille’s longevity can also be attributed to the luscious, seasonally prepared menus offered by world re-known chefs and a specially trained team of assistants using local, organic farm-fresh food. 

While ownership of La Caille has changed hands several times over the past 40 years, the staff maintains a family-centric atmosphere in their devotion to the continued success of the restaurant and meeting the expectations of all their patrons. Wendy Caron, the Director of Marketing at La Caille, described her reflection of the celebration of La Caille’s revitalization as “a magical place with unlimited potential.”

La Caille has a long history in the Salt Lake Valley, most memorable for its fine dining and authentic French cuisine. The chateau is home to thousands of special memories shared over the last 40 years as the premier wedding and reception venue nestled at the mouth of Little Cottonwood Canyon. The history continues with each time a guest drives under the colorful trellis of blooming flowers onto the semi-private, curving, red-brick lane adorned by lush forest and fresh, mountain-water streams; pulls up to the French chateau; is graciously greeted by a finely-dressed valet and well-mannered colorful peacocks. The experience continues awakening all your senses whether you are here to enjoy dinner, appetizers, apres-ski, share your wedding vows with your loved ones or enjoy a special luncheon under the bright blue Utah sky. Each visit is a new memory, a new moment in time. And the rest is history. 

La Caille Just got a Whole Lot Sweeter

La Caille is the premier French Restaurant in Salt Lake City and is proud to introduce Rebecca Millican as their new French pastry chef.  Rebecca was the Pastry Chef Instructor at the Institute of Culinary Education in New York City for 10 years. Prior to joining the faculty at ICE, Rebecca worked at the 4-star Ryland Inn in Whitehouse, NJ, L'Espinasse in New York and Park Pastries in Hoboken. In addition to chocolate work, her specialties include wedding cakes, candy making, and gingerbread houses.

She has had her work featured on television and in print. She has appeared on the Better Homes and Gardens television show, the Food Network, and Good Day New York. Her gingerbread houses and holiday specialties have also been featured in The New York Post and Country Living Gardener magazine. In 2005 Rebecca coached a team of students to a first place ribbon in the "Gingerbread on Broadway" competition held at the New York Marriott Marquis Hotel. When Rebecca returned to Salt Lake City, she became an acclaimed chocolatier and continued to sharpen her pastry craft.

La Caille invested in a pastry chef because they value all courses of the meal. It has been Rebecca’s experience that in many establishments — even fine dining — the dessert is an afterthought. La Caille wants to give you the best experience from beginning to end. This impression includes lovely grounds, impeccable service, and of course a five-star dining experience.

Rebecca is excited to introduce desserts that complement the seasonal menu of La Caille. For the fall and winter season, Rebecca has created a delicious, tantalizing chocolate and caramel cake. The richness of the cake is perfectly balanced with a baked grapefruit infused with rosemary. The pumpkin gingerbread tiramisu has become the staff favorite. Other seasonal favorites will include peppermint and eggnog themed items. A twist on a traditional Buche De Noel is also expected to premier at La Caille this winter.

To celebrate the upcoming holiday season and the arrival of Rebecca, La Caille is hosting their third annual Lights On Celebration. You are invited to visit La Caille and stroll the grounds trimmed  in holiday sparkling lights. During the celebration, guests are invited to sip hot chocolate and taste Rebecca’s famous homemade marshmallows and cookies.

Come experience not only the best French Cuisine in Salt Lake City, but also the finest French pastries and chocolate at its best. We would love to satisfy your sweet tooth! 

La Caille Holiday Events

The holidays are a time for family and friends to enjoy each other’s company. The time you spend together will be remembered for years. Make your gathering extra special with a celebration at La Caille. Whether you are spending time with family, thanking business associates or growing friendships, La Caille perfectly caters to your unique needs making your holiday event distinctively you. The variety of dining rooms and private reception areas offer the perfect setting for groups from two to 600.

 

Imagine driving up the winding cobblestone drive with snow gently falling on the grand Wasatch Mountains in the distance. The outdoor fireplace warmly greets you on arrival. Once inside, the festivities begin as you order a holiday hot chocolate or a glass of champagne as the rest of your guests arrive. You and your guests are escorted to a room specially chosen to fit your party’s needs. Opening the menu is a delight as many seasonal delicacies are specially prepared for you to enjoy.

La Caille kicks off the holiday celebrations with its annual Lights On Celebration. Every employee has the chance to help decorate La Caille for the holiday seasons ahead. On November 25^th, La Caille opens its gates to all guests for complimentary sweets and hot chocolate. Lights, stars and snowflakes light up the gardens in celebration of the upcoming holiday season.

La Caille is a holiday gem for hosts who not only want their guests to relax, but also want to partake in the merriment of the season. Why not take a break from the work of preparing a holiday feast this year?  Relax and enjoy the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday with La Caille’s prix fixe traditional Thanksgiving dinner served from 12 noon to 6 p.m. Dine on a succulent, artfully prepared turkey with all the traditional accoutrements of the season.

The festivities continue throughout December with holiday gatherings every night of the week. La Caille is open Monday evenings for dinner and special events. Have children? Join us for Brunch with Santa Claus on December 14^th. Enjoy our new mouth-watering, specially prepared winter menu on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Say goodbye to the old and ring in the new with La Caille’s New Year’s Eve Celebration. Countdown to 2015 with dinner, dancing and music provided by a live DJ in the Grand Pavilion. A champagne toast is the perfect way to top off the night with La Caille’s expertly selected bubbly. La Caille’s beauty uniquely captures the magic of the holiday season. Bask in La Caille’s warm holiday glow when you book a party, family dinner, or romantic evening. La Caille looks forward to celebrating with you!

Return to La Caille

The magic of a wedding day is a timeless memory that a couple will cherish forever. An anniversary brings back memories of the thrill and bliss experienced that day. La Caille is the perfect place to celebrate an anniversary and recapture the feelings a couple first shared on their wedding day.

When a couple celebrates their anniversary at La Caille, they are not only celebrating the milestones, but all the memories that have created their relationship. La Caille is honored to share in this commitment. La Caille’s staff ensures that an anniversary celebration is just as special and memorable as the wedding day. Should a guest want a special song or flower arrangement during dinner, La Caille will work to fulfill the request.

La Caille’s beautiful grounds are ideal for escaping with a loved one. The winding, tree-lined drive allows the couple to leave the outside world behind as the noise of daily life is silenced with softly rocking trees and babbling brooks waiting to be discovered on the property. When first arriving, guests are greeted by the sprawling and lush garden that highlights the architectural beauty of the restaurant.  Once inside the handsome stone building, they are escorted to one of the intimate dining rooms or La Caille’s striking patios surrounded by the opulent garden with views of Little Cottonwood Canyon.

La Caille’s dinner menu is designed around passion with intense and complex flavors. The elegant courses are perfectly married to fine wines. These wines highlight the sumptuous flavors of each course, creating the perfect blend and transition throughout the meal. The couple will seamlessly experience and relish each bite while enjoying each other’s company.

Extend the celebration with a stay at La Caille’s Cottage. The Cottage is secluded on the property, hidden among the majestic trees and a quaint pond nearby. The Cottage features a romantic fireplace and luxurious private hot tub to relax in and reminisce. An overnight stay at The Cottage is sure to be the highlight of an anniversary evening.

Recapture the magic and splendor of your wedding day. Whether it’s your first or golden anniversary, La Caille’s courteous staff will make it memorable adding to the rich history a couple will share. 

La Caille’s Sustainability

La Caille has been an innovator in culinary arts in Salt Lake for thirty years.  La Caille is setting the culinary pace again by investing in sustainable farm-to-table dining.  Farm-to-table is a commitment not only to sustainability, but also to fine dining. The commitment and process allows La Caille to harvest at the peak of flavor. This perfected harvesting time allows La Caille’s Executive Chef Billy Sotelo to create beautiful seasonal dishes that add to the La Caille experience. These entrees from the garden truly show La Caille’s pledge to the guest’s experience.

La Caille’s commitment to farm-to-table dining is best seen in the garden and aquaponics center. This aquaponics system and kitchen garden are headed by gardener, Ryan Richardson. “Ritchie” is an advocate of green gardening and has researched the best ways to grow herbs and vegetables for the kitchen in order to improve La Caille’s sustainability.

The aquaponics system utilizes the power of one living organism to nourish another. The system relies on fish to produce nutrients that are fed to the plants to kick start the growing process. The system allows La Caille to grow a sustainable garden, and the plants grow more quickly because of the high nutrients. This fast growth rate is tied to the aquaponics system and the green compost that Ritchie formulated. The compost is from the organic matter collected in the kitchen and La Caille’s grounds. Statistics show that up to 10% of the food purchased in restaurants is thrown away. At La Caille, this waste is put to good use and turned into valuable compost used to grow stronger and more fruitful gardens. The garden uses this organic compost and hydroponic nutrients to grow flavorful vegetables and herbs. These nutrients yield plants that are harvested up to twice as fast than traditional chemical methods.

La Caille is now able to grow all the lettuce used for its salads, many side dishes, and the micro greens used in the entrees. If there is a request to utilize the garden for an event, La Caille will work with you to create a delicious seasonal menu. Fall brides will enjoy fresh herbs and pumpkins while summer brides may serve guests eggplant, squash, beans, and sun-ripened tomatoes. 

La Caille is committed to beautiful events and cuisine, with farm-to-table cooking adding to the culinary experience. This effort requires La Caille’s culinary staff to not only create a delicious menu, but also think seasonally. When visiting La Caille, guests are able to enjoy fine dining with an environmental conscious.