The Point celebrates Autumn with new Executive Chef, seasonal happenings, and more

SARANAC LAKE, NEW YORK – With autumn mere weeks away, The Point announce a new executive chef and seasonal events to entice guests to enjoy the coziest time of year in the Adirondack Mountains. Secluded on 75 acres of the former Great Camp of William Avery Rockefeller II on Upper Saranac Lake, the first Relais & Châteaux in North America invites travelers to relax, unplug, and feast upon an all-inclusive wealth of activities and amenities any way they desire, while enjoying the “house party” atmosphere that pervades the estate.

New Talent Leading the Kitchen

Communal dining is an essential ingredient of enjoyment at The Point, with dinner in particular, fashioned as a nightly event and fully stocked bars arrayed throughout the property. Now overseeing all aspects of The Point’s dining experience is newly appointed Executive Chef D’Anthony Foster. A native of South Texas, Foster has been an anchor of the food-and-beverage operation since arriving at the property as Pastry Sous Chef in 2014. He rose steadily through the ranks of the kitchen brigade while developing his own unique style that blends savory and pastry techniques, honors the authentic flavors of ingredients, and draws from his southern roots and fondness for international cuisines. In keeping with tradition, Foster is dedicated to elevating the world-class cuisine of the property while enhancing the skills of his colleagues the way his predecessor enhanced his.

“Autumn in New York will be on the table throughout the season as we take inspiration from fresh produce harvested at local farms and source exquisite ingredients from around the world,” said Foster, who believes strongly in continuing to develop his own culinary creativity while setting tables throughout estate with dishes that are both exciting and memorable for guests. “I’ve come a long way at The Point and am so excited to continue the resort’s culinary tradition while incorporating my new ideas and favorite dishes. I look forward to continuing to provide a special home away from home for our guests for years to come.”

Fall Tasting Events to Dazzle Palates

The Point will offer two intimate and exclusive tasting events this season, for guests to learn about the finest spirits from the WhistlePig and TenMile distilleries.

• WhistlePig Distillery – Take cocktail hour and The Point’s all-inclusive philosophy over the top with an exquisite tasting experience hosted by the young and rebellious whiskey connoisseurs of WhistlePig Distillery in Vermont. Delight in a portfolio tasting of the distillery’s finest selections, complemented by specialty cocktails and masterful whiskey pairings. WhistlePig’s Chief Blender Meghan Ireland will host a dedicated portfolio tasting in the afternoon for guests to learn about the distillery’s blends and products. The evening will include a sophisticated cocktail hour followed by a sumptuous seven-course dinner by the exceptional culinary team, and attended by Ireland, with dishes perfectly paired with whiskey and premium wines from the cellar. Wednesday, October 23, 2024.
• TenMile Distillery – Get the holiday season off to a tasteful and early start with an extraordinary exploration of the finest spirits from TenMile Distillery. Located in Wassaic in New York’s Hudson Valley, the small independent distillery focuses on hand-crafted single malt whisky, gin and vodka fashioned from the best ingredients and without a single corner cut. The three-day tasting event will be both a learning and celebratory experience, with TenMile Owner and General Manager Joel LeVangia on hand to guide guests’ palates to appreciate each sip to the fullest. November 15-17, 2024.

New Wi-Fi Capabilities, Outdoor Activities, and Art

In addition to the culinary celebrations taking place this fall, The Point is pleased to unveil new amenities and art throughout the property.

While The Point has long promoted a digital disconnect, Wi-Fi is now available upon request in each of the property’s 11 elegant guest rooms. Although cell service may be available on certain parts of the estate, phone calls and virtual meetings remain permissible only in the privacy of one’s guest room, and wireless devices may only be tapped in public spaces for silent purposes such as photography or reading. In terms of outdoor offerings, The Point recently added axe throwing to the long list of summer/fall activities. Fit for all abilities, guests can hone their technique with wooden targets, wood-handled hatchets of various weights, and experienced instructors on call.

Known for its coveted collection of American paintings, most from the Hudson River School, The Point recently acquired two new works: In The Adirondacks (1943) by George Grosz and Nesting Loons (2020) by Allen Blagden. Both composed in watercolor, they capture the beauty of the mountains and lakes in the Adirondacks. The latest acquisitions by the estate’s Art Curator Caroline Mastin Welsh, In The Adirondacks and Nesting Loons can be found on a polished oak wall of Lookout, one of the 11 elegant guestrooms, and shares space in the collection with pieces by major American artists including Winslow Homer, Arthur Fitzwilliam Tait, and John Henry Hill, as well as others known only by the survival of their works.

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