Posts Tagged ‘Dining’

New Chef & Dining Services – Rave Reviews

Friday, March 25th, 2011

Our new Chef Francesca P. Van der Stappen has been receiving rave reviews from our guests.   Frances has great experience in preparing dining experiences that meet the unique needs or desires of any guest.  Here’s one comment from a guest this spring at Zion Ponderosa.

Zion National Park Restaurant

Great dining options at our Zion National Park restaurants

“We arrived at the Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort expecting beautiful scenery and a quiet clean cabin.  Much to our surprise and delight we also found a world class chef, Francesca P. van der Stappen.  On our first trip to the dining room she greeted and listened attentively as I described a list of food allergies that I must contend with.  She immediately assured me that my palette would be well taken care of and she was right!   We were at the Resort for 3 meals and the cuisine was exceptional.  Anyone who enjoys a culinary experience as well as an escape to the outdoors will find the Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort a memorable experience.”

Our restaurant options are divers for the Zion National Park area and we expect that you’ll join with our other guests in expressing your great satisfaction with the dining at Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort.

Season is filling up fast: Just a note of reminder that if you are planning on visiting Zion Ponderosa this year, we encourage you to make reservations today, since the season is selling out.

Summer Adventures Begin at Zion Ponderosa!

Tuesday, June 1st, 2010
Bungee Trampoline

Getting harnessed for the bungee trampoline

rock climbing wall zion national park

Preparing for the rock climbing wall

It’s Memorial Day weekend, the unofficial kickoff to summer vacation, and things are in full-swing at Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort.  Early arrivals for this sold-out weekend include a KIPP – AMP (Knowledge is Power – Always Mentally Prepared) school group from Brooklyn, New York and some families from California and Florida.

Although Ziplining and Paintball games were the favorite activities yesterday, everything was going on this afternoon, from the Bungee Trampoline to the ATV rides to the Zip Line.  Giovanna, a mighty 5 year old was the star of the Zip Line as she pushed her way through the line to ride the line without fear.  Her mother, camera in hand and smile on her face, watched and laughed as her daughter zoomed down the line, dismounted with help, and announced that she was ready to go again.

This weekend is full of excitement with the opening of the much awaited 18 hole miniature golf course, the resort’s on-site gourmet patio dining at the Blue Belly Restaurant, and the Night Owl Cafe, which will serve burgers and beer until 10 pm.
ATV rider at zion ponderosa

Enjoying the ATV track

With over 500 guests staying at the Zion Ponderosa each night, the fact that the weather is forecasted to be sunny, clear, and in the 70’s, will make it for a memorable Memorial Day weekend!

Zip line at zion national park

Zooming on the Zip Line

Centennial Celebration! 100 Years – Zion National Park

Tuesday, August 11th, 2009


Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort
will host a  Zion National Park Centennial Celebration party on August 15, 2009.   The event begins at 6:00 p.m. and runs till 10:30 that night.   Activities include a dining experience from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. that includes a Hawaiian theme and a roasted pig.  

Zion National Park - Centennial Celebration - August 15

Zion National Park - Centennial Celebration

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A rodeo begins at 8:00 p.m. followed by a barn dance at 8:30 p.m.   ”Two Much Fun” is the featured band for the barn dance.    Tickets are $21.50 for adults and $10.00 for children 12 and under.  

Employees of Zion National Park will receive a discount.  

For details contact the resort at 800-293-5444.