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Dining room at The Copper Grouse, Manchester, Vermont

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A LOCAL CULINARY RETREAT IN BEAUTIFUL MANCHESTER VILLAGE

Living off the land is a matter of course in Vermont.  Our chef sources ingredients from local farms to create a menu of familiar yet inimitable fare. Beverages at Copper Grouse incorporate mostly American wines, craft-brewed beers and many local spirits, including one of our favorites: whiskey. Our cocktails are anchored in classics, and are often influenced by American history or literature. Service is as warm and thoughtful as the ambience, so you’ll always feel you’re right where you belong. 

Executive Chef Shehu Fitzgerald
Executive Chef Shehu Fitzgerald

Meet the Chef

Chef Shehu Fitzgerald brings nearly three decades of culinary experience to Copper Grouse. A graduate of Johnson & Wales University and 2011 Chopped champion, he has held culinary leadership roles at renowned properties including The Plaza Hotel, The Ritz-Carlton, Marriott Marquis, and Essex House in New York City.

Known for blending classical technique with globally inspired flavors, Chef Shehu creates refined yet approachable dishes that evolve with the seasons. At Copper Grouse, he is passionate about showcasing Vermont’s farmers, cheesemakers, maple producers, and artisans, bringing their exceptional ingredients to the forefront while adding his own distinctive culinary perspective.

 

Seared halibut served over squash in a creamy herb sauce, topped with fresh greens and sliced peppers.

In the Spotlight

From local highlights to national features, The Copper Grouse is praised for its comforting yet refined fare, welcoming setting, and seasonal dishes.

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