The next time you plan your Breckenridge ski lodging, be sure to plan a romantic dinner at the Hearthstone Restaurant. You can’t miss the Hearthstone. Located at the corner of Ridge and Washington, the elegant blue Victorian building is the pride and joy of the town.

Back in the late 1800s, the building was the home of Christ Kaiser, who was the local butcher. Apparently, Mrs. Kaiser had a favorite milk cow. Unfortunately, during the three-month snow storm of 1898-1899, she arrived one morning to discover that her poor sweet cow had been slaughtered for its meat. It was unavoidable. because of the snow blockade, there was no food delivery in Breckenridge!

Today, there’s almost a poetic justice in the fact that the Hearthstone is famous for its prime rib. But if you don’t eat meat, don’t despair. The ginger scallops with the coconut basmati rice is, in itself, well worth a Summit vacation.The service is impeccable, and the ambiance inspires the hot love that is characteristic of cold mountains. Don’t miss it!