Publications & Accolades

“The meaning behind the name Rootstalk is two-pronged: It relates to the providence of Vawter’s beautifully sourced ingredients, and it also underscores his homecoming. “[The name] fits the restaurant perfectly because my roots are here,” he says.” - Quoted in 5280

The Denver Post: Colorado’s New James Beard Winners Feel a lot of Responsibility June 2024

5280: A Conversation with Colorado’s Latest James Beard Award Winners June 2024

Ski Magazine & Outside Magazine: This Breckenridge Chef Just Won an “Oscar of the Food World” June 2024

Axios: Colorado Chefs Kelly and Erika Whitaker, Matt Vawter of Rootstalk win James Beard Awards June 2024

Westword: Colorado Restaurateur, Chef Win Big at 2024 James Beard Awards June 2024

Denver Life Magazine: Dining Out at Rootstalk in Breckenridge May 2024

James Beard Foundation Awards: Best Chef: Mountain Nominee April 2024

The Times UK: The Rockies are Now Better Than Ever for Skiers. This is Why March 2024

5280: What Colorado’s James Beard Semifinalists Want You to Eat February 2024

James Beard Foundation Awards: Best Chef: Mountain Semifinalist Nomination January 2024

The New York Times Times 36 Hours in Breckenridge January 2024

The Denver Post Mountain towns aren’t known for their dining scenes. . . March 2023