Looking for a way to get some healthy greens into your kids to power them up for school, or just need an easy weeknight recipe? Try the VVR Power Greens Salad, pair it with grilled chicken or fish and a loaf of crusty bread, and you’re all set! Power Greens Salad (Serves 4) Ingredients: 2…
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There is a well-known quote in the horse world that horses offer a mirror to your soul. Whether you like it or not, your horse is sending messages to you, reflecting to you what they sense and opening the opportunity for you to face your deepest fears, insecurities, and the emotions you tend to bury.…
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We had a guest visit us earlier this summer who came to Vista Verde in 1985 and was coming back to share the experience with her grandson. She brought a folder of brochures and a newsletter (back when newsletters didn’t have an “e” in front of them!) that we got to pour over. There were…
DetailsIt’s BBQ season, and with that comes BBQ sauce. The other day, standing next to Chef Jonathon at the grill, I got a short course in BBQ sauces that was eye-opening for this non-foodie gal. I had never paid attention to what sauces should be used with what meats, and the how and why behind…
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It is an honor to receive the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for our Cellar Wine list once again. With over 300 wines on the VVR wine list, we have more wine choices than horses! Just like the love that Steph K and her team gives each of our horses under her care, Chef Jonathon…
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If you haven’t experienced a summer storm here in Colorado, it goes something like this: It’s clear and sunny, and you’re out enjoying a nice time on the trail. Slowly some clouds move in, and next thing you know, you feel the breeze picking up. Fast forward only about 10 minutes and the clouds are…
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One of our more popular activities is the wine tasting with Chef Jonathon each week. Whether it’s the yummy wines, the great stories, or the recommendations guests take home, folks always linger as the tasting winds down for one more sip or one more story. For those who don’t get a chance to attend a…
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Over the years we have had some phenomenal folks work at VVR. We’ve seen young staff grow up and bring what they learned at VVR into their careers. And we’ve had dozens of staff who have met their future spouses here at the ranch. It’s an honor to have such an amazing group of alumni,…
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Summertime is the perfect time for road tripping, and with its diversity of landscape, Colorado is a state worth exploring. Along with the majestic peaks, pristine lakes, and abundant wildflowers, there are some other unusual attractions that are worth heading off the beaten path to explore. Whether you’re adding on some extra time to your…
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Each year, when it is time to pick the recipient of the Elk River Kipper Scholarship, we are reminded that this is no easy feat. Once again, we had a field of applications that made us want to pick every one of them! It is with great pleasure that we introduce Victoria Ramirez as the…
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