The Altamarea Group has signed a long-term lease adding the Bedford Post Inn to its portfolio of restaurants. Altamarea will operate all of the food and beverage operations at the Bedford Post Inn, including the Barn, the private events space, the outside grill terrace and the flagship restaurant, the Farmhouse, which will be renamed “Campagna.”
Current operators Richard Gere and Russell Hernandez will continue to own the distinguished Relais & Chateaux inn and run its eight premium suites.
The Altamarea Group, with Chef Michael White, will takeover the food and beverage program at the property. PJ Calapa, Executive Chef of the highly acclaimed Altamarea restaurants Ai Fiori and Costata, will lead the culinary program alongside Chef White.
In addition, Devin Boyzaka has joined the project as Chef de Cuisine to oversee the daily operation and work closely with Chef White and Chef Calapa. Boyzaka will relocate from Ritz Carlton Washington D.C’s Westend Bistro to the Westchester area. Prior to his time in D.C., Devin trained at several small luxury hotels and inns, including a 5-year tenure at the Inn at Little Washington, another Relais & Chateaux property.
At Campagna, Altamarea Group will offer some of its well-known Italian fare as well as several seasonal dishes that reflect the location and its abundant local produce.
At Campagna, Altamarea Group will offer fine Italian delicacies as well as several seasonal dishes that reflect the location and its abundant local produce.“We are delighted to have Ahmass Fakahany [Altamarea CEO&Owner] and Chef Michael White come to Bedford to take the culinary program at the Bedford Post Inn to new heights. From the beginning we’ve been committed to the highest possible quality at the Bedford Post. This partnership adds a new dimension to its excellence and future. We’re very excited.” said Richard Gere.
Owners of the prestigious Inn and its suites is highly acclaimed actor Richard Gere and business partner Russel Hernandez. Now, Chef Michale White of the Altamarea Group along side Executive Chef PJ Calapa will work together to bring a new and flavorful menu fitting the Chateaux inn. Chef Calapa’s background includes working at some of New York’s finest restaurants such as Ai Fiori and Costata.
Russell Hernandez and Richard Gere joined together in 2007 to rescue and restore historic Bedford Post Inn property, which dates back to the 1760’s. Set in the heart of Westchester, at 954 Old Post Road in Bedford, NY.
For more information you may visit the Inn’s website at http://www.bedfordpostinn.com/
—Alejandro Ramos
