Only three weeks ago the slopes were completely green. Then the heavens opened, and it has snowed more or less constantly. The result? The mountains have been completely transformed from green to white, and Obergurgl has more than enough snow to last the entire season. Although The Chalet, at 11º East does not officially open… Read more »
Here’s to a White Christmas at The Chalet at 11º East with a very different way to celebrate, The Perrier-Jouet gondola experience. Enjoy the fantastic 360° view from the Kirchenkarbahn while sipping a glass of Perrier-Jouët Champagne and some delightful finger-food in a heated gondola! Not all ski areas can guarantee good skiing over… Read more »
Photo from sousvidetools.com If you’re lucky enough to visit Obergurgl during the holiday season, you may have already visited the Obergurgl Christmas Market and experienced a lovely tradition: homemade Glühwein! Glühwein is the Austrian take on mulled wine and is particularly enjoyed at atmospheric Christmas Markets during the Advent season. Don’t be surprised to see… Read more »
“How to make a good Gin & Tonic” It used to be so simple; 50 cl of Gordons, ice, and Schweppes tonic water. Now the world over is embracing the rising popularity of regionally created and distilled botanical gin and it’s no longer a matter of just reaching for the Gordons! The team at The… Read more »
The Chalet at 11˚ East˚ is truly the perfect place to unwind after a day on the mountain! Enjoy après ski in your own exclusive bar, completely stocked with spirits, beer and a curated selection of fine wine. In order to make your wine selection easy, we have added some recommendations for the most… Read more »
When you’re staying at the Chalet at 11˚ East Obergurgl, the perfect day on the slopes ends with the après ski tradition. Imagine your last ride of the day has just completed, you’re tired but exhilarated from a wondrous day on the mountain and your thirst for a refreshing beverage leads you to one of… Read more »
The Weekly Après-Ski Food and Wine Pairing by The Chalet at 11º East CHICKEN CAESAR SALAD WITH JERMANN PINOT GRIGIO The après ski tradition is an important end to your day of skiing in Austria! After a day on the mountain you will have worked up a healthy appetite for hot, delicious food and a… Read more »
Ski Chalets with excellent wines – and food- ! After a hard days skiing, nothing is better than returning to a luxury chalet, sitting by a cosy log fire and enjoying a really good wine, followed of course, by a top class dinner! The Chalet at 11 º East boasts a fantastic wine… Read more »
The Après-Ski Tradition Après-ski or “after-skiing” is a tradition that originated first in Norway, then moved to the Alps, where skiers would stop on the their last run of the day to enjoy a cocktail, beer or wine while still sporting their ski gear. Today this culture is an important part of any ski vacation… Read more »
If you are planning on making Wiener Schnitzel, The Chalet at 11º East reccomends the following wine: Morellino di Scansano Riserva, Italy Wine Advocate – Scansano, Tuscany, Italy- ”A darker wine laced with smoke, earthiness grilled herbs, black cherries and an array of darker aromas and flavors… Make no mistake about it, this is a… Read more »