Discover the Josper Counter Experience at Rouser
🔥 What Is the Josper Counter Experience?
The Josper Counter Experience is a limited-seating event held Tuesday through Thursday, with two seatings nightly at 5:45 PM and 7:45 PM. Designed for just six guests per seating, this intimate experience places diners at the heart of Rouser's open kitchen. Here, they engage directly with Chef Tony Coppernoll and the culinary team, gaining insights into the techniques and flavors that define Rouser's menu.
The star of the evening is the Josper oven, a high-end charcoal-fired grill and rotisserie that imparts a distinctive smoky flavor to each dish. This cooking method pays homage to the coal-powered engines that once fueled the trains passing through the depot, blending history with modern culinary artistry.
🍽️ The Menu: A Four-Course Journey
Each course of the Josper Counter Experience is thoughtfully crafted to showcase the versatility and depth of the Josper cooking method:
Charcoal Torched Hamachi
Yuzu oil, pickled mushroom, avocado, charred cucumber aguachile, and puffed rice.
Beverage Pairing: Kiku-Maisamune Taru Sake, Junmai, JapanKaraage Fried Chicken
Charcoal steeped buttermilk marinated, Japanese pickles, and nuoc cham.
Beverage Pairing: Two Pair Japanese Highball (Suntory Toki Whiskey, Mathilde Poire Liqueur, Sparkling Water)Josper Ramen
Porcelet pork belly, burnt onion broth, shiitake mushroom, charred leeks, soft egg, chili crunch, and baby bok choy.
Beverage Pairing: Josper Smash (Suntory Roku Dry Gin, Josper charred pepper, lemon, basil, ginger beer, Angostura)Matcha Pots de Crème
Grilled strawberries, charred cream, and black sesame.
Beverage Pairing: Rose & Bergamot Agricole Daiquiri (Niessons Rhum Agricole, Italicus Rosalio Bergamotto, Josper charred yuzu-honey cordial)
Each dish is a testament to the Josper's ability to enhance natural flavors, offering a dining experience that's both innovative and rooted in tradition.
🕯️ The Setting: A Nod to History
Rouser's ambiance reflects its location within the 1909 Union Pacific Depot Train Station. The restaurant's design incorporates elements that evoke the golden age of rail travel, creating a nostalgic yet contemporary atmosphere. The open kitchen, featuring the Josper oven, serves as the focal point, allowing guests to witness the culinary magic firsthand.
🎟️ Reserve Your Seat
The Josper Counter Experience is an exclusive event with limited availability. Priced at $100 per person, with an optional $50 cocktail pairing, it's an opportunity to indulge in a unique culinary adventure. Reservations can be made directly through our website.
🚂 Why It’s a Must-Experience
The Josper Counter Experience at Rouser isn't just a meal—it's a journey. It's an opportunity to engage with culinary professionals, learn about innovative cooking techniques, and savor dishes that you won't find anywhere else in Salt Lake City. Whether you're a food enthusiast, a history buff, or someone seeking a memorable dining experience, the Josper Counter Experience promises an evening of flavor, learning, and connection.