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Bishop's Lodge Ranch Resort & Spa Announces Christopher McLean as Executive Chef of Las Fuentes RestaurantBishop's Lodge Ranch Resort & Spa AnnouncesChristopher McLean as Executive Chefof Las Fuentes RestaurantSanta Fe, NM, February 4, 2011 –Bishop’sLodge Ranch Resort & Spa has appointedExecutive Chef Christopher McLean to bringhis culinary creativity and passionateperfection of food to the resort’s Las FuentesRestaurant. Chef McLean brings in newtastes and refined flavors to Las FuentesRestaurant with his sophisticated and uniquedishes that definte the restaurant's NuevoRanchero style menu.Rich Verruni, Managing Director of Bishop’sLodge said, “We are happy to welcome ChefMcLean to Las Fuentes Restaurant. Hebrings creativity and experience and we areexcited to have him as a part of the Bishop’sLodge team.”Chef McLean has worked with top chefsacross the globe and is set to make hispersonal mark on Santa Fe’s culinary sceneat Las Fuentes Restaurant at Bishop’s Lodge.In his new role, Chef McLean will oversee allkitchen operations, including quality andexecution. He has developed a menu thatembraces the authenticity and sustainabilityof the historic ranch resort. Chef McLean drew from French, Spanish, New Mexican,Mexican and Native American influences to create the Nuevo Ranchero-style cuisine. The result is a fresh and locally sustainable menu that supports efforts of the NewMexico Department of Agriculture and serves products from New Mexico farmers,ranchers, brewers and wine makers.Chef McLean’s Specialty Dishes:Pistachio Blue SaladHydroponic lettuce, organic arugula, mine shaft blue cheese, jicama, candiedpistachiosGreen Chile Dusted GrouperFresh clams, Spanish chorizo, Yukon potatoes, bell pepper dice, chipotle brothForever Braised Buffalo Short RibsSage and crecenza corn meal polenta cakes, celery roots, green beans, sherryvinegar braising reductionSweet Corn Crusted Beer Belly Quailhttp://www.ballantinesbiz.com/bishopslodge/BishopsLodge_Christopher_020311.html[7/11/11 11:20:40 AM]

Bishop's Lodge Ranch Resort & Spa Announces Christopher McLean as Executive Chef of Las Fuentes RestaurantStuffed with Hudson Valley foie gras, fresh mushrooms, pinon nuts, with winter rootvegetables and herb sauceBishop’s Apple BarrellCinnamon stewed green apples, buttery brioche staves, house-made caramel,vanilla bean ice cream, apple chipFor more information on Bishop’s Lodge or to arrange an interview with ChefChristopher McLean, please contact:Rachel SilvaBallantines PR505 795 5353Rachel@ballantinespr.comwww.ballantinespr.comAbout Executive Chef Christopher McLean:Texan by birth, Chef McLean’s work has taken him across the globe, most recentlyWest Africa, where he was the Executive Chef of Golden Tulip, a large Dutch hotel inAccra, Ghana. He cooked for royalty and heads of state on a regular basis,including private dinners for the President of Switzerland, President of Ghana, PrimeMinister of Italy, and the Princess of Thailand. Chef McLean also catered thePresidential Box at the African Cup of Nations, created events for many leaders atthe African Union Summet, and was the first Sommelier and Chef in Ghana to hold awine and fofd pairings at the Presidential Palace. Chef McLean was also a coach onthe first ever Ghanaian National Culinary Team and worked with the GhanaianMinisters of Health and Tourism to help modernize healthy food service throughoutthe country. During his time abroad, he also cooked in the Netherlands and led theculinary team for the grand opening of the Golden Tulip Hamburg Aviation inHamburg, Germany. Prior to his time abroad, Chef McLean was awarded the title of“Certified Sommelier” by the Court of Master Sommeliers, American Chapter.Chef McLean also spent a great deal of time in Napa Valley working with the topchefs in the area. He worked for Thomas Keller at both Bouchon and The FrenchLaundry. He also studied under Richard Reddington, a former pupil of DanielBoulud, at Auberge du Soleil. During a six year span, Chef McLean traveled eachyear to the Masters of Food and Wine in Carmel, CA, as a form of continuingeducation, working with top chefs in the industry, including: Eric Ripert of LaBernardin in New York, Gordon Ramsey, of The London in New York and London,and Susur Lee, of Susur in Toronto, among others. Chef McLean also had theopportunity to cook with Julia Child at was part of the culinary team to serve Julia onher 90th birthday.About Bishop’s Lodge Ranch Resort & Spa:The Bishop’s Lodge Ranch Resort & Spa is a classic, historic destination resortminutes from downtown Santa Fe. Bishop’s Lodge is a member of Historic Hotels ofAmerica, a program of the National Trust for Historic Preservation and brand ofPreferred Hotel Group. Meeting spaces include four conference rooms totaling 8,000square feet, fully wired with high-speed Internet access. Outdoor spaces areavailable for receptions and activities. Business support services are available, aswell as catering and culinary planners. Bishop’s Lodge is ranked by Travel & Leisuremagazine as one of America’s premier retreats. To make a resort or spa reservation,call 800-732-2240 or visit www.bishopslodge.com.http://www.ballantinesbiz.com/bishopslodge/BishopsLodge_Christopher_020311.html[7/11/11 11:20:40 AM]