Mind, Body, and Appetite Series Fuses Movement, Nutrition, and Cuisine
To Inspire Guests to Live Well and Eat Well
Edwards, CO — November 22, 2016 — Notable Colorado chef and restaurateur Kelly Liken, a three-time James Beard Award nominee and Top Chef alum, is excited to announce a new culinary wellness series focused on Mind, Body, and Appetite at her new restaurant, Harvest By Kelly Liken, located in the heart of the Vail Valley.
Beginning in January, and taking place monthly thereafter, the Mind, Body, and Appetite series uses the essential elements of Earth, Water, and Fire for inspiration, incorporating each into the series to complement movement, nutrition, and cuisine. Each experience is geared towards inspiring the mind, nourishing the body, and feeding one’s appetite while demonstrating how the various aspects affect everyday life.
Each event begins in The Sonnenalp Club’s new Movement Studio with 45 minutes of yoga and meditation, taught by renowned yogi Suzanne Oliver, concentrating on one of the three elements. After the yoga class, guests move into The Lounge at Harvest by Kelly Liken to hear a talk from Ashley Eaves, certified nutritionist, dietitian, and intuitive coach about how the element affects the body. Guests then enjoy inspired cuisine created by Chef Kelly Liken, comprised of ingredients chosen by Eaves, from a customized menu that stimulates the appetite while interpreting the components of each element through a culinary lens.
Mind, Body, Appetite Series Schedule & Specifics
January 25, 2017
Earth Element (Prithvi), representing all that is stable and unwavering.
- Mind – Yoga class includes standing postures and gentle hip openers, ending with a guided meditation and grounding breath work
- Body – Eaves showcases the effect of grounding the body through nutrition and its application on mind/body balance
- Appetite – Chef Liken’s menu focuses on her love of earthy, hearty winter vegetables while incorporating a healthy balance of macronutrients
February 22, 2017
Water Element (Apah Jala), representing the force of attraction and enables flow, circulation, rhythm, and fluid movement.
- Mind – Oliver’s session focuses on using the breath as the guide as well as meditation to bring intention to thoughts and desires
- Body – Eaves discusses the effects of water, hydration, nutrients in fresh juices from fruits and veggies, Omega3, detoxing, and healthy digestion
- Appetite – The menu spotlights fresh seafood, healthy fats, and umami vegetables, as well as juice bar offerings from The Pantry at Harvest
March 22, 2017
Fire Element (Agni), delivering a spark of heat, stimulation and movement, digestion, and attitude.
- Mind –The yoga session focuses on drawing energy up from the earth into the core of the pelvis, firing up power for arm balancing postures
- Body – The nutrition session focuses on metabolism and the effects of caffeine, proteins, carbohydrates, and spicy foods on the body
- Appetite – Chef Liken’s menu incorporates spicy foods that are known to boost metabolism
The Mind, Body, and Appetite series starts at $65 for Sonnenalp Club members and $80 for non-members for each session. For guests looking to purchase all three classes, prices start at $175 for members and $215 for non-members. Each event takes place from 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. Specialty elemental cocktails are also available for an additional charge during the culinary portion of the experience.
Reservations and advance bookings are required. Sonnenalp Club Members may reserve through the calendar page of the member website, www.sonnenalpclub.com. Non-members may reserve by calling the fitness center front desk at 970-477-5377.
About Harvest by Kelly Liken
Harvest by Kelly Liken is a community centric, neighborhood restaurant located in Edwards, Colorado, adjacent to Beaver Creek Resort. Harvest by Kelly Liken focuses on seasonal American cuisine and imaginative cocktails, a thoughtfully curated wine list, and coffee program at approachable prices. This is the second Vail Valley based concept from Top Chef Kelly Liken and her partner Rick Colomitz. Liken is best known for her three James Beard nominations for Best Chef Southwest and for her appearances on Bravo’s Season 7 of Top Chef DC, Food Network’s Iron Chef America, and Esquire’s Knife Fight. For reservations or more information, call 970-477-5353, visit the website at www.HarvestVail.com.