Chef Tony Schafer

04/22/2026

I’m officially a Certified Sommelier let’s go!!!

Walked out of that exam fully convinced I butchered at least one wine or two… turns out trusting the process actually works 😆

This one wasn’t pretty. Early mornings, late nights after service, flashcards until my brain shut off, and a lot of “one more wine” blind tastings trying to dial it in. Plenty of second guessing, but I kept showing up.

Huge thank you to everyone who helped me get here. The people who quizzed me, tasted with me, let me talk their ear off about wine, covered shifts, pushed me, and believed in me even when I wasn’t 100% sure myself. You know who you are and I appreciate you more than you know.

Proud of this one. Definitely celebrating tonight.

And yeah… we’re not done yet. 🍷

10/06/2025

Two Marathons. Three Weeks. One Mindset.

Revel Big Cottonwood Marathon – 3:48:41 (8:43/mi)
St. George Marathon – 3:53:35 (8:54/mi)

Two 26.2s, just three weeks apart. Both humbling, both meaningful in their own way.

Running has become more than a sport — it’s how I stay grounded between the chaos of the kitchen, long hours, and everyday life. It’s not always about chasing PRs, but about showing up, learning what I’m made of, and finding peace in the process.

Grateful for everyone who supports me through the early mornings, sore legs, and late nights. This one was as much mental as physical — and I’m proud of the growth that came with it.

Here’s to discipline, gratitude, and the relentless pursuit of better. 🥇

09/18/2025

Patience you can taste. 🔥 These cuts have been aging for weeks, developing flavor the slow way—no shortcuts, just time and care. That’s the craft I love about being a chef: letting the process speak for itself.

09/18/2025

🏃‍♂️✨ Marathon Year in Review ✨🏃‍♂️

This past year, running became more than training plans and finish lines—it became a lesson in routines, consistency, and showing up every day (even when the legs were heavy or life was busier than ever).

Official Marathons this year:
• 🏔️ Revel Big Cottonwood – 3:49
• 🌆 Vegas Marathon – 4:59
• 🏞️ Ogden Marathon – 4:05

And in between? Zion Half, Zion 30K Ultra, Moonwalk 5K and plenty of training miles logged before sunrise and after long shifts.

None of this happens alone. Shout out to my girlfriend Kaitlyn, who held everything down while I was chasing miles. Huge love to my kids for the motivation to keep pushing. Grateful for Dayna at PR Performance Lab and Coach Kelli on Runzy for keeping me strong, accountable, and always learning.

And to my coworkers—thank you for pretending to care every single day while I went on (and on) about splits, gels, carb-loading, and tapering 😂.

Running is simple, but not easy. The secret isn’t talent—it’s consistency. Brick by brick, mile by mile, race by race.

Here’s to the next finish line. 🥂

09/16/2023

Only two days left! Super excited about both menu and ingredients this year. Looking forward to seeing some familiar and new faces 😀

08/18/2023

Blackened Ahi Tuna, Wasabi-avocado mousse, Asian pickled veggies, Honey-lime vinaigrette

07/23/2023

My take on a Monte Cristo- Creme brulee custard brioche toast, smoked ham, white cheddar, peach jam and Vermont maple syrup

07/16/2023

Gotta love a well stocked dessert case 😋

07/01/2023

06/17/2023

Blue crab Crab Cakes/ Cajun Remoulade/Grilled Lemon/ChowChow/Baby Arugula