A truly inspiring conversation with Chef Brandon Dearden — a distinguished culinary talent with over two decades of fine dining experience. From iconic restaurants like Alinea, Aureole Las Vegas, Wolfgang Puck’s at Hotel Bel-Air, and Daniel Boulud’s Dinex Group, Chef Dearden’s journey is marked by passion, excellence, and innovation.
In 2024, he co-founded The Ember Collective, bringing two standout concepts to Hamilton, Montana:
Grano – Rooted in the art of authentic Italian cuisine, Grano celebrates Italy’s rich flavors through fresh, locally sourced ingredients and the agricultural bounty of the Bitterroot Valley.
📍203 W Main St, Hamilton, MT 59840
Ember – A wood-fired dining experience where fire meets flavor. With Montana-grown ingredients and bold, rustic techniques, Ember honors the essence of the Bitterroot Valley.
📍131 W Main St, Hamilton, MT 59840
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