We will be opening for the 2019 season starting May 9th. Reservations are encouraged. An updated menu will be added in May.
Canyon Kitchen & Lonesome Valley are accepting resumes for the upcoming 2019 Season.
Please send resume and cover letter to canyonkitchen@lonesomevalley.com
Chef Ken Naron continues in the Canyon Kitchen tradition of focusing on fresh, seasonal, locally sourced produce, meats and poultry. Originally from West Monroe, Louisiana, Ken is a 1999 graduate of the California Culinary Academy and brings nearly 20 years of culinary experience to Canyon Kitchen. Naron’s professional experience includes working as a founding member of the culinary team for Chef Gary Danko at Restaurant Gary Danko, a Relais-Chateau, Five Star, Five Diamond, Michelin Star property in San Francisco and positions under such notable chefs as Tom Wolfe and John Besh. Ken is pleased to serve alongside chefs Erik Hedlund and pastry chef Jorden Cruley.
Fresh, seasonal ingredients are at the heart of Canyon Kitchen’s culinary philosophy. As a result, the menu changes regularly or due to availability, quality, or the whim of the chef.
The Chef suggests you choose one selection from each of the four categories of the menu.
I
Brasstown Beef Tartare
Bel Fiore Raddichio, Quail Egg Yolk, Dandelions, Mushroom “Chicharonnes
Roasted Fall Squash
GA Pecans, Asian Pears, Smoked Duck Breast, Hickory Oil, Pomegranate Molasses
Garden Beets
Hot Smoked Sunburst Trout, Sunburst Trout Roe, Yogurt
Tuna Tataki
Charred Eggplant, Sunflower Shoots, Tahini, Cilantro, Toasted Pepitas, Yogurt
II
Sunchokes
Crispy, Puree, Roasted, Confit Egg Yolk
Lamb Putanesca
Olives, Saffron Tagliatelle, Parmesan
Oyster Stew
Celery, Leeks, Crispy Polenta
Georgia Quail
NC Grapes, Celery, Spiced GA Walnuts, CK Herb Goddess Dressing, Raceway Lettuces
III
Roasted Squab
Brown Butter Grits, Redeye Gravy, Brussels Sprouts
Ratatouille Braised Pork Osso Bucco
Roasted Spaghetti Squash, Crispy Eggplant
Braised Brasstown Short Ribs
Sweet Potatoes, Arugula, Agro Dulce Jus
IV
Biscuit Beignet
Milk Chocolate, Hazelnut, Carringer Farm Raspberry, Marshmallow Ice Cream
Apple Financier Tartlette
Green Hill Cheese, Walnut, Foster’s Sauce, Brown Butter Ice Cream
Pumpkin Spice Eclair
Pumpkin Cream, Fall Figs, Pawpaw Ice Cream
Kenny’s Farmhouse Kentucky Rose Cheese
Ale Honey Mustard, Pretzel Crostini, Onion Jam
Canyon Kitchen is open seasonally, Wednesday through Sunday nights for dinner (5pm-9pm) from May – October.
For reservations
(828) 743-7967
150 Lonesome Valley
Rd Sapphire, NC 28774
We are located 2.5 miles east from Cashiers on Hwy 64 East. Turn left into Lonesome Valley and follow the signs to Canyon Kitchen.
Reservations for dinner are suggested. Drinks and light hors d’oeuvres are available at the garden bar without a reservation (weather permitting).
Mountain casual, no coat or tie required.
Full bar is available along with an extensive wine selection.
Email Sarah Jennings, Event Director or call (828) 743-7696.
$68 for 4 courses, plus drinks, tax and 20% gratuity.
$30 corkage fee per 750mL
