Winter Comfort: Seasonal Dishes from the Chefs at Caldera Springs & Sunriver Resort

Winter in Central Oregon calls for food that lingers: slow-simmered sauces, deeply caramelized vegetables, and dishes best enjoyed after a day outdoors. At Caldera Springs and Sunriver Resort, the chefs have crafted seasonal dishes designed to warm the body and soul. From Lake House to Lodge Kitchen, these winter dishes showcase how seasonal ingredients and a sense of place come together on the plate. Click to download full recipes for each and bring the flavors home. 

 

Lake House at Caldera Springs: Cozy Classics for Cold Days

 

Butternut Squash Bisque

A cold-weather staple at Lake House, this bisque leans into natural sweetness and gentle spice. Butternut squash is sautéed with onion, carrot, celery, and garlic before simmering in vegetable broth with ginger and nutmeg. Finished with heavy cream and blended until silky smooth, the result is rich without feeling heavy—perfect for a snowy afternoon or fireside dinner.

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French Onion Soup

Few dishes feel more winter-appropriate than French onion soup, and this version is all about patience. Pounds of yellow onions are slowly caramelized in butter until deeply golden and sweet, then simmered with garlic, white wine, beef stock, bay leaf, thyme, and a touch of Worcestershire for depth. The result is savory, aromatic, and deeply satisfying—best enjoyed hot, spoon by spoon.

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Marionberry Cobbler

Winter desserts at Lake House finish on a nostalgic note. Oregon marionberries form the base of this cobbler, cooked down until thick and jammy with just a touch of cinnamon. A buttery, crumbly topping bakes until golden, creating contrast between crisp edges and soft, bubbling fruit beneath. Served warm, it’s a reminder that even in winter, Oregon’s favorite berry still gets the final word.

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Lodge Kitchen at Sunriver Resort: Hearty, Refined, and Made to Linger

 

Braised Lamb Shank with Herbed Farro & Roasted Garlic Yogurt

Tender lamb shanks are slowly braised in red wine, tomato, and aromatic herbs until fork-tender. Paired with nutty herbed farro and a spoonful of roasted garlic yogurt, the dish balances richness with bright, creamy notes—perfect for cozy winter evenings.

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Tagliatelle Bolognese

High-quality, bronze-cut dried tagliatelle is tossed in a slow-simmered sauce of beef, pork, and cured salami, enriched with finely caramelized vegetables and a hint of warm spices. Finished with fresh marjoram, this pasta is glossy, aromatic, and deeply comforting.

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These seasonal dishes reflect what winter at Caldera Springs and Sunriver Resort does best: slowing things down, savoring the moment, and gathering around food that feels both grounding and special. Whether enjoyed after a day on the trails or as part of a long, relaxed evening, each plate captures the flavor and feeling of the season.