The Scottsdale resort at Mccormick Ranch, a Destination Hotel Announces New Culinary Concepts, Menus

Kitchen West Restaurant and Bar Six40 to Open in September

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. September 09, 2015

SCOTTSDALE, AZ. September 9, 2015 - The culinary and design teams at The Scottsdale Resort at McCormick Ranch, A Destination Hotel are excited to announce the concepts and menus behind the new Kitchen West Restaurant and Bar Six40, which will open shortly following the resort's re-opening next month. The Scottsdale will open its doors Sept. 8 following a massive renovation injecting $10 million into the independent resort, transforming its grounds and revitalizing its amenities and culinary offerings.

Kitchen West Restaurant, the premier dining establishment on-property, will offer an authentic experience that embraces the boldness of the Western spirit and adopts a welcoming communal vibe for guests and locals seeking bold flavors and a modern interpretation of American Western cooking. True to its name, Kitchen West is an expression of the modern American West, influenced by the boldness, tradition and sense of adventure that made the West what it is today. Guests can choose between single or family-style dishes, and the restaurant will serve both lunch and dinner.

“As the renovation nears completion, our team is perhaps most excited to debut Kitchen West and Bar Six40 to the public,” said Ken McKenzie, general manager of The Scottsdale. “We will offer a truly authentic dining experience at The Scottsdale. Our culinary offerings will be a cornerstone of our guest experience, and will attract foodies near and far.”

Executive Chef Rick Dupere has created a seasonal menu of unique American Western fare, and plans to source fresh products such as fish from Alaska that will arrive at The Scottsdale within 24 hours of being caught. “Kitchen West will call upon the spirit of the Wild West, which means creative dishes that are whimsical and fun,” Dupere said. “We will go to great lengths to have the best, freshest product. If that means I have to courier a prized live king crab or wild sockeye salmon directly from the proud fisherman who cleaned and packed it, I will do just that.”

The culinary staff will have access to the latest and greatest culinary tools including a smoker to slow-cook brisket that will be sandwiched between two thin Angus ground beef burger patties to create an inimitable Brisket Burger, fresh ice cream spinners to create heavenly house-made ice cream, and a kiln oven to bake perfectly blistered earthen bread. The result is completely distinct Kitchen West flavors and dishes.

-more-  Additionally, the culinary team is working with local farms and artisans to purchase high-quality ingredients that bring an element of authenticity to the dishes and drinks. The Scottsdale has a partnership with The Simple Farm, a 3-acre private goat farm in Scottsdale that developed two custom flavors of their signature creamy goat milk caramels - Grand Marnier and espresso - exclusively for The Scottsdale. Each guest will receive a caramel to complete their dining experience.

“We are working with the premier regional breweries and wineries to ensure that Kitchen West and Bar640 shine a bright spotlight on the best wine-making, brewing and distilling in the Western United States,” Dupere said.

Chef Rick will transform familiar culinary concepts into taste sensations only available at Kitchen West. For example, his take on “surf & turf” will incorporate black cod and truffled beets: the richest fish paired with the earthiness of truffles and beets will create an indescribable taste. Scallops will have a vanilla bourbon flavor, contrasted with a succotash of bright seasonal flavors, and a salad made of persimmons, corn, and soybeans. For dessert, he will offer a seasonal cherry cobbler with fresh-spun vanilla crème fresh ice cream. The crème's tanginess makes this a multidimensional dish. Generations-old techniques of savory jam-making, smoking, and pickling will be modernized and shown in a new light at Kitchen West.

Kitchen West will not only delight the taste buds, but also will provide a delightful sensory experience. The open kitchen will provide a choreography of steel and fire, while the scents of grilled meats and burning wood caress the senses. Aesthetics such as reclaimed wood and natural ingredients will greet guests, along with enticing aromas from the daily specials, and the sound of crackling wood from the fire. Service stations will feature rustic antiques and curio cabinets. Historical photos will adorn the walls, paying homage to the rich history of the land upon which The Scottsdale was built. Accessible just off the lobby, the restaurant will reflect a “new Southwest” design with a vibrant, open kitchen and beautiful views of McCormick Ranch Golf Club.

The resort's new lobby bar, Bar Six40 - named after the number of acres of land that Army Chaplain Winfield Scott purchased in 1888 that would become Scottsdale - will serve as an extension of Kitchen West, offering local coffee, freshly squeezed juices, and light breakfast options in the morning and afternoon along with craft beers and wines on tap with delectable bites from Kitchen West later in the day.

About the Renovation The Scottsdale Resort at McCormick Ranch is in the throes of the first phase of its massive renovation, which will transform the independent resort and revitalize its amenities. In September, the property will unveil Kitchen West Restaurant and Bar Six40, a transformed main pool, significantly larger outdoor meeting and event space, and enhanced guest rooms, along with a more open, welcoming feel throughout the resort. The renovation will update the look of the resort and introduce new amenities, while staying true to the rich history and design.

**Please contact Tatum Luoma at [email protected] to request resort images, food photography or renovation renderings.

About The Scottsdale Resort at McCormick Ranch, A Destination Hotel

Ideally situated between the pristine Sonoran Desert and the burgeoning shopping, restaurant, gallery, and club scene of Scottsdale, Ariz., The Scottsdale Resort at McCormick Ranch is a AAA Four Diamond resort that has provided a superior guest experience for nearly 39 years. The Scottsdale Resort features 326 guest rooms, casitas, and suites each with the elegant decor and residential ambiance of private haciendas. With more than 80,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting space, the resort features 50 meeting rooms accommodating groups of 10 to 1,000. For more information, please visit www.TheScottsdaleResort.com. Follow us on Twitter: @stayscottsdale #TheScottsdaleResort. Like us on Facebook: TheScottsdaleResort.

About Destination Hotels

Destination Hotels (Destination) is a collection of luxury and upscale independent hotels, resorts and residences across the United States. Offering authentically-immersed and enriching experiences, each property is individual at heart, yet connected by a commitment to drawing upon the best of each location. Highly distinct, the Destination experience is always memorable and matchless; guests will feel the locale in a genuine way through each property and during the engaging moments cultivated both in and outside of them. Continuously growing with more than 40 properties from coast to coast, the award-winning portfolio features 20 renowned golf courses, 20 indigenous spas, and 110 exceptional bars and restaurants. Destination Hotels are true to our place; diverse by design. For more information, visit www.destinationhotels.com. Follow us on Twitter: @Destination. Like us on Facebook: DestinationHotels.

Media Contact:
Tatum Luoma
TLC Public Relations
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