Sundance Bistro, gourmet dining worth the drive

Story by Rebecca Simons

Along Highway 291 sits Sundance Golf Course and Pro Shop, tucked amongst the tall pines. Across from the Pro Shop, a flavorful twist within what is now Sundance Bistro has been established. Executive Chef and Food Service Director with Disneyland, Director of Nutritional Services and Ex­ecutive Chef with Northern Idaho Advanced Care Hos­pital, District Manager of a Food Services Company in California and owner of a Gourmet Cookie Company only make up part of the 32 years of experience that owners Walt and Victoria MacDuff have brought with them to provide gourmet dining in the Lake Spokane Area.

Only two weeks from the time the papers were signed this Executive Chef, who prepared menus in ex­clusive restaurants, brought gourmet flair to an Idaho hospital and a gourmet des­sert chef, were now opening up their own kitchen once again. This time they would meld their experience and recipes together, 15 min­utes northwest of downtown Spokane, WA.

With only a day to convert from the previous aura, the MacDuff’s made it happen. The nonpareil changes? Authentic Italian Cuisine, scrumptious des­serts and quality service. In addition to Walt and Vic­toria personally preparing and serving each meal, their sons frequent the Bistro to learn the family business.

The Italian menu that includes dishes like Chicken Picatta, Linguine & Clams with Red or White Clam Sauce, Rustic Pizza and Cal­zones is not the only taste that Sundance Bistro offers. American influences like Wednesday’s special of a Prime Rib dinner and hearty salads are also a     specialty.

As winter approaches the Bistro hours will be Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 4:00 – 7:00 pm, and Friday 4:00 – 8:00 pm to serve dinner. Saturday and Sunday will be 8:00 am – 8:00 pm serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. During Golf Season the restaurant will be open for       Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner during the week also.

For the football lovers, join Walt for ‘NFL Sunday ticket’ on the big screen in the Lounge area.

Do you have a special occasion or Holiday party that needs to be catered? You’re in experienced hands when you make Sundance Bistro your caterer. Whether your party is for a few dozen or a few hundred, an assort­ment of hors d’oeuvres and desserts or a full multi-course meal, give Walt and Victoria at Sundance Bistro a call 466-3636.