Jean-Claude Moritz

Longtime Vail local sharing daily stories shaped by a lifetime in the valley.

Stammtisch

Part 1: It's all fun and games until you hit a manhole.

Aug 28, 2026

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2 min read

Part 1: It's all fun and games until you hit a manhole.

A three-part post that will make you laugh about some classic Vail history.

Jean-Claude Moritz

Stammtisch

Aug 25, 2026

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1 min read

The Stammtisch Poll - How can we make this better.

A poll that can help you get what you want.

Jean-Claude Moritz

Happenings

Aug 18, 2026

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3 min read

Labor Day Hits the Valley With a Backbeat.

The 32nd Annual Vail Jazz Festival Returns

Michael Connolly, +1

Still in Flip-Flops, Already Thinking Snow

Aug 17, 2026

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4 min read

Still in Flip-Flops, Already Thinking Snow

You might be in your swimsuit, but the lift-count clock just started - plus sourdough, goats, and a Vail Ski School legend.

Michael Connolly, +1

Valley Personalities

Aug 14, 2026

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2 min read

Valley Personalities: Dennis Foley

43 years in the Vail Valley, and the current owner/operator of Bart & Yeti's in Lionshead - Dennis Foley knows this place, and a lot of people, inside out.

Michael Connolly, +1

Stammtisch

The Magic of Jebbie Browne — And Why Vail Still Feels Her Influence

Aug 13, 2026

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2 min read

The Magic of Jebbie Browne — And Why Vail Still Feels Her Influence

The story of the woman behind the tiny skis, the big smiles, and the foundation of Vail’s ski community.

Jean-Claude Moritz

Real Estate

Vail deals still exist: A deed-retricted gem with west-facing views.

Aug 7, 2026

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1 min read

Vail deals still exist: A deed-retricted gem with west-facing views.

The Gumber Report - listings, market moves, and all things real estate in the valley

Michael Connolly, +2

Real Estate

Sol Vista: Where Mountain Contemporary Meets Eagle Ranch

Aug 6, 2026

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1 min read

Sol Vista: Where Mountain Contemporary Meets Eagle Ranch

The Gumber Report

Jean-Claude Moritz, +1

Out and About

Aug 6, 2026

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1 min read

Out and About with the Insiders

Guess what we did today?

Jean-Claude Moritz, +1

Coming to the Valley

Should You Stay at The Inn at Riverwalk? The Insider’s Take

Aug 6, 2026

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3 min read

Should You Stay at The Inn at Riverwalk? The Insider’s Take

Are you headed this way?

Jean-Claude Moritz, +1

Dining

Aug 4, 2026

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1 min read

A Colorado Kitchen with 40 years of History: Charter Steakhouse

The Charter itself has been a fixture at the eastern end of Beaver Creek Village for 40 years

Jean-Claude Moritz, +1

Dining

Aug 3, 2026

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2 min read

Best Places to Caffeinate

So we’re just going to tell you where we like to go, and why.

Jean-Claude Moritz, +1

Happenings

Fungi, Forays, and Fine Dining: The Eagle Mushroom & Wild Food Festival Returns August 21–23

Aug 3, 2026

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2 min read

The 4th of July is always a fun time in the valley but it carries a bit more significance this year

Jean-Claude Moritz, +1

Stammtisch

Jul 30, 2026

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2 min read

The Pirate Ship & Me - Told from the Stammtisch

Welcome to the Mountain Stammtisch — where long‐time local Jean‐Claude Moritz shares stories, memories, and the heartbeat of growing up in the Vail Valley.

Jean-Claude Moritz

Stammtisch

La Tour Restaurant — “This One’s Personal”

Jul 30, 2026

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2 min read

La Tour Restaurant — “This One’s Personal”

Welcome to the Mountain Stammtisch — where long‐time local Jean‐Claude Moritz shares stories, memories, and the heartbeat of growing up in the Vail Valley.

Jean-Claude Moritz

Jul 16, 2026

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8 min read

Summertime and the livin' is easy...

The days are long, the nights are cool, and the valley is hoppin!

Michael Connolly, +1

Jul 1, 2026

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10 min read

Happy Birthday USA

The Fourth of July is always a special time in the Valley and it carries a little more meaning this year.

Michael Connolly, +1