FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
WEST SHORE CAFE, HOMEWOOD HIGH & DRY MARINA READY TO USHER IN SUMMER ON LAKE TAHOE
Restaurant to reopen for summer season May 28 with updated menu and new ‘Vine to Pier’ dinner series; Marina ready to welcome boaters with high-touch service
HOMEWOOD, Calif. (May 24, 2019) – This summer, visitors to Lake Tahoe’s west shore — whether arriving by boat or otherwise — won’t want to miss an opportunity to enjoy lunch or dinner lakeside at West Shore Cafe, participate in the new Vine to Pier dinner series, stop by for free music during the Wine vs Beer event series, or grab a bite to take with them on the water from Tahoe Fusion.
“West Shore Cafe is one of the few restaurants where people can step off a boat and dine on the pier, directly over Lake Tahoe’s clear water,” said Kevin Mitchell, general manager of Homewood Mountain Resort, West Shore Cafe and Homewood High & Dry Marina. “With access to a buoy field and boat valet service, arriving by boat is the ultimate way to experience alfresco dining on Lake Tahoe’s west shore.”
Designed by Chef Robb Wyss, West Shore Café’s seasonally-focused summer menu features fresh, locally-sourced ingredients, a stellar wine list and craft cocktails. The new menu will include signature items such as juniper crusted elk tenderloin with caramelized beets, baby kale, chèvre crema and cabernet fig jam. Other specialty dishes include brick pressed half chicken with shishito peppers, spoon bread, green apple slaw and harissa sauce, and curry corn bisque with coconut milk, lemongrass, summer corn and cilantro.
West Shore Cafe will host a new “Vine to Pier” dinner series the first three Tuesdays in June that features a five course pairing menu prepared by Chef Wyss. Partnering wineries include Freeman Winery (June 4), Grounded Wine Co. (June 11) and WALT Wines (June 18). Reservations are required for this special family-style dinner event series, with tickets priced at $100 per person for guests ages 21+.
In addition, the restaurant will introduce “Wine vs. Beer,” a five-week event series that was designed to offer a unique twist on wine and beer pairings. Featuring live music lakeside, the series will take place every Wednesday from July 10 through August 7 from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Alternating between wine and beer tastings for the first four weeks, flights will be $20 per person for ages 21+. The final Wine vs. Beer face-off will take place August 7 with participating wineries and breweries going head-to-head as they are challenged with selecting the best wine varietal or beer style to accompany a small bite crafted by West Shore Cafe’s culinary team. Winners will be chosen by attendees, along with a panel of judges that includes a cicerone and sommelier. For the final showdown, tasting flights and food pairings will be available for $45 (for those ages 21+).
Dinner service at West Shore Cafe will resume for the season on May 28. Dining guests are encouraged to check the restaurant’s website prior to visiting as the restaurant is occasionally closed for weddings and other private events. For reservations, visit www.westshorecafe.com.
At neighboring Homewood Mountain Resort, the Tahoe Fusion food trailer will again be parked all summer long, offering west shore boaters and area visitors access to a fresh menu of Asian-Latin fusion cuisine.
In addition to boat storage and launch services, Homewood High & Dry Marina continues to offer a full-service offering including access to fuel at the on-site gas dock, repair, parts, boat sales and cleaning, activation and winterization. Homewood High & Dry Marina is open seven days a week in the summer, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in May, June and September, and from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. in July and August. From October through April, the Marina is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Free customer vehicle parking is available in designated areas at Homewood Mountain Resort, located directly across the street from the Marina, and customer boat trailer parking is available for an additional fee. To reserve dry rack storage or a buoy online, visit www.HomewoodMarina.net.
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About Homewood Mountain Resort
Located on the West Shore of Lake Tahoe, Homewood Mountain Resort has offered families a boutique winter experience and exceptional guest service since 1961. Spectacular views of Lake Tahoe from every trail, snowcat accessed terrain and some of the best tree skiing in the area make Homewood a gem of California skiing. Summer operations include hiking and mountain biking, special events and more. The resort’s partnership with the Homewood High & Dry Marina has made it a true year-round destination offering recreational opportunities that span from Ellis Peak to the shore of Lake Tahoe. Learn more at www.skihomewood.com.
About West Shore Cafe
West Shore Café includes an elegant, yet casual lakefront restaurant featuring indoor and outdoor pier seating with spectacular panoramic views of Lake Tahoe. The seasonal, California-inspired menu features fresh, locally-sourced ingredients, Wine Spectator award-winning wine list, and craft cocktails. Above the restaurant is a boutique inn featuring lakefront lodging in four distinct lodge-inspired suites and two guest rooms that offer stunning lake and mountain views. Lakeside amenities include 30 private buoys, a private pier, outdoor bar and boat valet service. The spectacular scenery and striking architecture also provide the perfect setting for weddings, rehearsal dinners and special occasions, making it a phenomenal year-round location to celebrate in Tahoe. For reservations, visit www.WestShoreCafe.com.
About Homewood High & Dry Marina
Serving the Lake Tahoe since 1967, Homewood High & Dry Marina is known for its personable staff, short wait-times and variety of services such as boat repair, storage and rentals. Uniquely positioned with marine forklifts and a gantry, the Marina offers hassle-free methods of launching vessels for the discerning boater. Dry and buoy storage are available short-term and annually, offering customers flexibility based on their individual needs. The High & Dry Marina also offers fueling services, boat service and repair, rental of recreational water toys and serves as a hub of summer recreational opportunities on Lake Tahoe. Learn more at www.homewoodmarina.net.
Media Contacts:
Lisa Nigon, Director of Marketing
Homewood Mountain Resort, West Shore Café & Homewood High & Dry Marina
(530) 584-6859 or [email protected]
Jess Weaver, JVP Communications for Homewood Mountain Resort
(530) 448-6981 or [email protected]