Cozy Fall Recipes

Iconic Dishes from Jasper and Whistler You Can Make at Home

As the air cools and the leaves change, there’s nothing better than indulging in warm, comforting dishes that capture the essence of fall. Join us on a flavorful journey across Canada’s Western Mountain region, where we’ve gathered some of our favourite fall recipes straight from the kitchens of Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge and Fairmont Chateau Whistler. These dishes are the perfect way to bring the flavours of the Rockies and British Columbia into your home this season.

Harvest Bowl: A Vegan Fall Favorite from Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge

This cozy yet fresh vegan Harvest Bowl from Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge is a perfect autumn dish, filled with seasonal veggies and plant-based goodness. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or looking for a quick mid-week meal, this fall recipe will hit the spot.

Dressing Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup miso
• 2 tbsp mirin
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1/2 tsp grated ginger
• 1/2 cup water
• 3/4 cup canola oil
• 1/4 cup lemon juice

Harvest Bowl Ingredients:

• 2 cups shredded Napa cabbage
• 1/2 cup shredded carrots
• 1/2 cup cooked edamame
• 1 tbsp black and white toasted sesame seeds
• 1/2 crispy corn tortilla, crushed
• Fresh herbs (mint, cilantro, green onion)
• Dressing as desired

Preparation:

1. Make the Dressing: Combine miso, mirin, brown sugar, ginger, and water in a pot. Simmer until the sugar melts. Blend with lemon juice and slowly add oil to emulsify.
2. Assemble the Bowl: Toss the shredded cabbage, carrots, and edamame with 2 tbsp of dressing. Add more as desired.
3. Garnish: Top with toasted sesame seeds, crushed tortilla, and fresh herbs.

Love Note Cocktail: A Fall-Inspired Treat from Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge

Perfect for fall gatherings, this Love Note cocktail from the Emerald Lounge at Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge combines the sweetness of overripe peaches with the warmth of cinnamon and rosemary. It’s the perfect seasonal drink to enjoy alongside your favourite fall recipes.

Ingredients:

• 1.5 oz Suntory Toki
• 1.5 oz Peach cinnamon syrup
• 0.5 oz Lemon juice
• 0.5 oz Cranberry juice
• 2 dashes Angostura bitters
• Rosemary sprig for garnish

Preparation:

1. Mix It Up: Combine all ingredients in a pint glass, fill with ice, and shake for 10 seconds.
2. Strain and Serve: Strain into a rocks glass with ice.
3. Garnish: Smoke a rosemary sprig and use as garnish for a fragrant finish.

Tomato Gin Soup: A Comforting Fall Dish from Fairmont Chateau Whistler

Nothing says fall like a warm, comforting bowl of soup. This Tomato Gin Soup from Fairmont Chateau Whistler is packed with hearty vegetables and a splash of gin for a cozy, sophisticated twist. Perfect for crisp autumn evenings, it’s one of the best fall recipes to try this season.

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 200g chopped onion
• 200g chopped celery
• 200g chopped shallot
• 2 cloves garlic
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 500mL ripe local tomatoes
• 200mL chicken stock (or mushroom stock for a vegetarian option)
• 1 sprig thyme
• 60mL Schramm gin
• 100g bacon lardon (or tempeh bacon for a vegetarian option)
• 100g sautéed BC mushrooms
• Kosher salt and pepper to taste

Preparation:

1. Sauté: Heat the olive oil and sauté the onion, celery, shallot, and garlic. Once soft, add the tomato paste.
2. Simmer: Add tomatoes, stock, thyme, and salt, and cook until vegetables are tender.
3. Blend: Remove the thyme and blend the mixture until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Flambé and Serve: Sauté the bacon and mushrooms, flambé with gin, and finish by stirring in the puréed soup.

A Fall Feast from Jasper and Whistler

Whether you’re craving the vibrant flavours of the Harvest Bowl, the cozy warmth of Tomato Gin Soup, or the sweet notes of the Love Note cocktail, these fall recipes will bring the taste of Canada’s mountains to your kitchen. Pair them together for a complete autumn feast that’s perfect for any occasion.

Dining at Fairmont

For a true taste of Jasper and Whistler, visit Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge and Fairmont Chateau Whistler, where you can indulge in seasonal dishes inspired by the surrounding beauty of the Rockies and British Columbia.