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| - Elements is an upscale restaurant located on the Sanctuary resort. The restaurant has an amazing view of the surrounding mountains and is great for sunset dining. There are windows surrounding the whole dining room and there is lounge space located outside on the patio and in the bar area. The design of the restaurant is clean and modern, but also classy and intimate.
We originally tried to make a same-day reservation, which wasn't an option. Instead we had to plan two days in advance and there were plenty of times available. We ate at 6 PM and the dining room was pretty empty, but it was full by the time we left. The parking is valet.
To start, we had the shishito peppers and a Fiery Mandarin cocktail. The peppers came in a huge bowl and were placed in a very unique sauce with citrus, garlic, and creamy flavors. The drink was a tasty citrus martini with a slice of jalapeƱo.
For entrees, we tried the Korean short ribs and maple duck. The ribs melt in your mouth and come in a sweet hoisin-like sauce with pickled vegetables and jasmine rice. The duck is cooked perfectly to be moist and tender. It comes with a striking and powerful black bean sauce and a sweet forbidden rice.
For desert, we had a cup of black current tea, which was pleasant. We also tried the PB bomb desert. It came with a nutella spread topped with a scoop of chocolate ice cream and cocoa nibs. The PB bomb itself was a crispy wafer topped with whipped peanut butter mousse encased in a thin dome of dark chocolate creme. It was incredible and easily the best peanut butter creation I have ever had.
The servers were friendly and knowledgeable. There were a few times when we waited a little longer than expected, but nothing too bad. The prices are high, but the overall value for the dining experience is great. Unlike many upscale places, they aren't afraid to provide you with plenty of food here, so you won't go hungry. The really amazing thing about Elements is how well the Asian fusion is executed. It has taken classic Asian foods and created unique dishes that you have never heard of or would find anywhere else. If you have a special occasion or the opportunity to vacation in the area, Elements is an excellent choice for unique, Asian-inspired fine dining.
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