Tease your taste buds
It’s time to eat backstage! The Patron experience at the 2025 Telluride Jazz Festival is styled out with a decadent food menu. With a focus on healthy, flavorful food, Chef Will Nolan’s menu features quality ingredients for attendees to stay fueled up throughout the show. Explore the menu and save some room for dessert!
Chef Will Nolan
Chef Will, a New Orleans native, moved to Colorado in 1995 and has been a part of the culinary scene and an advocate of sustainable sourcing ever since. Will has had cooking in his blood as long as he can remember taking his first job at a young age in New York at The Mashomack Hunting Club, where he learned how to clean game birds and the art of the kitchen. During high school in New Orleans, he worked his way through all the ranks at BBQ restaurant, Tipton County until he finally became the youngest pitmaster around. After high school, he moved around the world to learn the culinary arts leading him to Singapore, where he helped to create a restaurant concept before moving back to New Orleans where he became saucier at the prestigious Grill Room in the Windsor Court Hotel. This experience ignited a kickoff into hotels where Will enjoyed a successful career working as the Executive Chef of hotels including The Wyndham Bourbon Orleans, The Palace Restaurant (General Palmer in Durango), Auberge's Hotel Madeline in Telluride and the Viceroy Snowmass. Recently he opened Little House in Telluride with MO Hospitality group and is the current chef/owner of BlackSalt Hospitality. Will's appreciation for sustainable sourcing has led him to numerous accolades and local and national TV features. Will was nominated in 2012 for Food & Wine’s best new chef and in the same year was featured on NBC's The Today Show.
2025 MENU
FRIDAY LUNCH: 12:30-2:30 PM
Gyros, Greek Chicken & Falafels
Greek Salad - romaine, olives, red onions, cucumber, feta, red wine vinaigrette
Spanakopita - spinach & feta
Tzatziki & Hummus
Cous Cous - herbs, toasted seeds, olive oil, green onion, tomato
Dessert - assorted cookies & GF brownies
FRIDAY DINNER: 5:00-7:00 PM
Caprese Salad - cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil, olive oil, lemon
Urban Blend Salad - baby kale, mixed greens, shredded carrots, parsley, herb dressing
Lyonnaise Potatoes - onion, parsley
Grilled Broccolini - lemon
White Bean Ragout With Spinach - cherry tomatoes, herbs
Chicken Cordon Blue - mustard cream sauce
Dessert - pecan pie, apple pie, pumpkin pie & GF brownies
Saturday Lunch: 12:00-2:00 PM
Caprese Salad - cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil, olive oil, lemon
Urban Blend Salad - baby kale, mixed greens, shredded carrots, parsley, herb dressing
Lyonnaise Potatoes - onion, parsley
Grilled Broccolini - lemon
White Bean Ragout With Spinach - cherry tomatoes, herbs
Chicken Cordon Blue - mustard cream sauce
Dessert - pecan pie, apple pie, pumpkin pie & GF brownies
SATURDAY DINNER: 5:00-7:00 PM
Jicama Salad - mixed greens, sliced radish, cilantro, lime, citrus vinaigrette
Elotes - Mexican Style Grilled Corn - grilled Colorado corn, mayo, cotija cheese, blackening spice, cilantro
Black Beans & Spanish Rice - poasted peppers & onions
Cheese & Green Chili Tamale - shredded cheddar, salsa verde
Roasted Chicken Tinga - adobo sauce, cotija cheese, cilantro corn tortillas & red/green salsa
Dessert - apple pie, pecan pie, pumpkin pie & GF brownies
SUNDAY LUNCH: 12:30-2:30 PM
Cilantro Heart-y Slaw - lime, red onion
Southern Style Potato Salad - red onion, parsley, whole grain mustard
Baked Beans & Sweet Potato Rolls - smoke sauce
Smoked Pulled Pork
Smoked Beef Brisket - sliced
Dessert - assorted cookies & GF brownies
SUNDAY DINNER: 5:00-7:00 PM
Caesar Salad - romaine, croutons, parmesan
Sautéed Ratatouille Vegetables - zucchini, squash, mushrooms, tomato sauce
Stuffed Shells - marinara, olive oil, parmesan
Baked Garlic Bread
Grilled Chicken Parmesan - marinara, mozzarella, basil
Dessert - pecan pie, apple pie, pumpkin pie & GF brownies
PATRON AMENITIES
On-Stage Viewing Platform With An Open Bar
Watch your favorite performance from the side of the Main Stage. Covered on-stage seating offers the most intimate festival experience possible. Experience a clear view of performers and the beautiful Town Park backdrop with an open bar featuring craft beer, wine and specialty cocktails within arms reach.
Wine and Dine alongside the artists Backstage
Patrons can enjoy special backstage access featuring catered meals, a complimentary bar, covered dining area and upscale, patron restrooms backstage.
Complimentary bars with craft beer, wine and specialty cocktails
Enjoy an open bar all weekend long showcasing the best in craft beer, select wine and specialty cocktails prepared by mixologist Andrés Vargas-Johnson at stage-view bars in the Patron Area.
Jazz After Dark Entry Both Nights with priority, early entry
After the festival ends in Town Park on Friday and Saturday, the music will continue into the night at Jazz After Dark shows located around town in Telluride's best indoor nightclubs and historic venues. Once the "Jazz After Dark" series gets jamming, a walk down Main Street feels like a walk down Frenchmen Street in New Orleans. Here, you can catch your choice of acts in an intimate, up close and personal setting at three venues. Get set-up at a comfortable pace with 15 minutes of early, priority entry before the general public.
Access to Patron/VIP Area
Enjoy the music from an exclusive, less crowded Patron/VIP Area inside the festival with uninterrupted stage views. The Patron/VIP area also features yard games, fire pits and intimate pop-up shows.
Unobstructed Seated Viewing Area In Front of Stage
The VIP area offers a clear and up-close view of the stage featuring one of the most intimate concert experiences available.
Complimentary Massage
Enjoy the benefits of free massages provided on-site in the Patron Area daily from 3:00 - 6:00 pm from our team of licensed practitioners. Take your festival experience to the next level! Relieve your pain, stress, and anxiety while increasing your relaxation and general wellness through the healing powers of massage therapy.
Patron Restrooms
Dedicated, upscale restrooms will be available in the VIP and Patron Area.
Priority Check-In at Box Office
Skip the line and get straight to the fun with a dedicated check in.
Priority Entry To Festival And Jazz After Dark Shows
Get set-up at a comfortable pace with 15 minutes of early, priority entry before the general public.
Eligible to purchase Safari Cabanas
Safari Cabanas are the ultimate way for groups to attend the Telluride Jazz Festival! Enjoy the Main Stage entertainment from the comfort of your own Colorado Yurt Cimarron Tent curated with luxurious conveniences and a concierge service. These specialty tents are outfitted with comfortable decor, a covered front porch, fire pit and relaxed seating for eight. Safari Cabanas are a great place for groups to spend the day or just call their home base in Telluride Town Park.
Free entry to the Telluride Historical Museum
Situated in a historic, refurbished 1896 hospital, The Telluride Historical Museum brings Telluride’s past to life through exhibits, tours and events. The exhibits feature artifacts that highlight eras in the region's diverse history. The museum also employs expert historians to offer tours and insight of the museum and the many historic landmarks around town.
Upgrades
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