Connect the Dots in Aspen – May 5

Here’s info on a really cool event the Aspen Skiing Company is working on with 350.org on Saturday, May 5, including screening of James Balog’s film “Chasing Ice” at the Belly Up, speakers, kids’ activities, educational booths, live music, drink specials at Ajax Tavern and the world’s toughest ski race! Here are the details from 350.org. … Read more

Clean the World – One Bar at a Time

Earth Day is Sunday, April 22, so we thought we’d share a fun little eco-factoid from the hotel. Ever wonder what happens to the half-used bar of soap or partially used bottle of shampoo once you check out of The Little Nell? Gioanna Villabrille, The Little Nell’s executive housekeeper, asked the question and identified an alternative… Read more

Spring Wine Picks

Whether you celebrate spring with a family feast of ham, lamb or cabbage and carrots, here are 5 great wines to enjoy!  2007 Schramsberg “Blanc de Blancs.”  A terrific domestic sparkling wine. Great with oysters or on its own. 2010 Lewis Cellars Chardonnay, Napa.  A full-bodied and delicious chardonnay that’s great with matzoh ball soup… Read more

Final Battle: Iron Bartender

Aspen’s drink gurus have been showing their stuff, using Grand Marnier as an element in creating delicious concoctions in the Terrace Bar at The Little Nell each Sunday from 5:30 to 6:30 for the past few weeks. And now it’s here. The final round of Iron Bartender. Each guest gets one vote with the purchase… Read more

Italy Meets California at the Aspen Mountain Club

Ever wanted to experience dinner at the exclusive Aspen Mountain Club, without having to be a member? Head up the gondola on Aspen Mountain to 11,212 feet on Saturday, March 24, to enjoy “Italy Meets California” — an evening of Italian food perfectly paired with California wines. Las Vegas icon and Top Chef Masters finalist… Read more

Iron Bartender – Next to Last Battle

The Little Nell has been asking which local bartender has the skills to be named “Aspen’s Iron Bartender.” Every Sunday  from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in the Terrace Bar, two of the town’s leading bartenders have been squaring off in a round robin competition to determine whose cocktail reigns supreme. And now we’re down to the next to last battle: Erin… Read more

Spring Jam Skinny

Week one of Bud Light Spring Jam is upon us, and we wanted to make sure you had the skinny on what was happening in town and on the slopes. Should be a great spring weekend!  Start your weekend out right with Bud Light Big Air Fridays on March 16, followed by a torchlight parade and… Read more

Iron Bartender – Final Four

Oh, it’s getting serious now ya’ll. The Little Nell has been asking which local bartender has the skills to be named “Aspen’s Iron Bartender.” Every Sunday  from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in the Terrace Bar, two of the town’s leading bartenders have been squaring off in a round robin competition to determine whose cocktail reigns supreme. And now we’re down to… Read more

JAS Cafe This Friday and Saturday

Jazz vocalist Jackie Ryan takes the stage at the JAS Cafe this Friday & Saturday (March 9 & 10) downstairs at The Little Nell. $30 show tickets are available now by clicking here or calling 970-920-4996 ext. 14.  Tickets will be available at the door for $40. The Little Nell is offering a pre-show 3-course dinner at Ajax Tavern for just… Read more

Bella Betts and Bluegrass

Bluegrass at The Little Nell? Oh yes my friends! We’re getting ready for a  pickin’ party in the Terrace Bar on Sunday night (following Iron Bartender) from 6:45 to 7:45 with Bella Betts. Bella is an 11-year-old bluegrass musician who rocks the mandolin, guitar and fiddle… and she sings! She’ll be accompanied by local music… Read more