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Meet Executive Chef KhEllil

Originally trained as a chef in southern Italy, Chef Khellil has always believed it is important to

keep learning, traveling and exploring new ways to improve upon his techniques.

When it comes to cooking, his philosophy is to do simple foods really well. He believes strongly that everything he serves should be something he would want to eat himself. You can rest assured that he will always keep the Deer Path Inn’s classic favourites like the Chicken Potpie, Langoustine Bisque and Fish and Chips on the menu. At the same time, he is always working on new ways to make them even better.

Over the years, his team has stayed with him, which is a sign of the professionalism and atmosphere he creates for both his team and guests.

Known for his calm and confi dent approach to running his kitchen, Executive Chef Abderezak Khellil has been with the Deer Path Inn since 1999.

Speaking of guests, they are one of the chef’s continual sources of inspiration. During his time at the Inn, he has formed friendships with more than a few returning guests. He knows that many have traveled the world over and share his passion for maintaining a superior level of quality. He likes the fact that they have a passion for good food yet appreciate it when he updates the classics. In fact, many simply ask him to surprise them and serve whatever is inspiring him most at the moment.

Along with his devoted kitchen team, which includes some newly added staff, Chef Khellil is ready to welcome back returning guests and to introduce a new generation of diners to his fresh seasonal offerings.

AROUND TOWNThe Lake Forest area offers a wide arrange of activities and attractions throughout the year.

For those who enjoy getting out and exploring, Lake Forest’s historic Market Square is always a favourite

destination. Known as the fi rst planned shopping center in the United States, Market Square is located in downtown Lake Forest and offers an array of shops – from the literary fare of The Lake Forest Book Store, to the high-end design offerings of Megan Winters Atelier and Maison to the tasty temptations of Gerhard’s Elegant European Desserts. The Square’s three-sided village green also offers a great vantage point to enjoy a delicious cup or quick bite of lunch at one of the many charming restaurants and cafés.

Of course, if you’re more of the great outdoors type, then the Fort Sheridan Forest Preserve should defi nitely be on your must-do list while you’re here. Rolling terrain, mature trees and ecologically sensitive bluffs and ravines set on the Lake Michigan shoreline make this stately preserve a scenic destination for outdoor enthusiasts. A beautiful place to watch the sunrise over the lake, or just enjoy a carefree stroll along the many trails or down to the beach, the preserve offers visitors a great opportunity to explore the area’s diverse natural history.

For those who prefer more theatrical endeavors, the Citadel Theatre has just the ticket. They offer productions of comedies, dramas, contemporary and classic selections as well as cutting-edge new works by local playwrights.

To fi nd out more about these activities or to learn about other attractions in Lake Forest, please inquire at the Front Desk.

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If you are a returning guest, you may notice more than a few new pieces of artwork as you stroll around the Inn.

Naturally, you’ll fi nd plenty of the English sporting scenes popular in the grand manor homes of the English countryside. Yet, you’ll fi nd that the artwork at the Deer Path Inn, as with everything else, tells a story that is quite its own.

Take our lobby for example, it features a lovely 19th century coach scene painted in

Welcome to the Deer Path Inn, where we celebrate life with the quintessential style of a classic English manor house and a special attention to the things that matter most.

the manner of Henry Aiken, a sporting artist of some renown, along with two fi ne examples from the British School, Portrait of an English Gentleman and Landscape with Sheep. Together, they help welcome our guests by providing the traditional ambiance of a quintessential English manor house.

The Hearth Room invites you into an atmosphere of reassuring comfort where guests are invited to gather, to mingle or simply enjoy a favourite book. It features,

among others, a series of beautiful oil landscapes by three American artists who lived and worked in the late 19th and early 20th century, George Elmer Browne, Mabel C. Pollard and Henry Ward Ranger. Spanning the infl uences of the Barbizon School to American Impressionism, these works are notable for their strong sense of composition and wide use of colour.

In the English Room, if you can manage to redirect your eyes from the culinary artistry of our own Chef Khellil, you will notice a lovely range of paintings by a list of prominent American and British artists. These include a pair of untitled landscapes by Alfred Jansson and Elmer S. Burge, Sheep Grazing by Charles P. Gruppe, River Landscape by British artist Edmund John Niemann, along with additional landscapes by George A. Aldrich, Frank Alfred Bricknell and Henry Bacon. Together, they add to the stately grandeur so reminiscent of the dining rooms of England’s grandest homes.

At the Deer Path Inn, we tend to think of every aspect of our hotel as a work of art in its own right, each playing its own part in adding to the comfort and enjoyment of our guests. If you have any questions about the artwork you see displayed around the Inn, please do not hesitate to ask.

“Art is the stored honey of

the human soul.”– THEODORE DREISER

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GREAT DINING IS ALWAYS IN SEASON

From The Cellar

W hether by the glass or by the bottle, enjoying great wine has always been one of the

most delightful aspects of visiting the Deer Path Inn.

With cellars freshly stocked under the expert hands of veteran Food and Beverage Manager Fahd Alaoui, that experience promises to prove even more memorable.

Offering one of the largest and most well-stocked cellars on Chicago’s North Shore, the Deer Path Inn’s selection of wines includes over 5,000 bottles from over 500 different labels. These include a wide selection of the fi nest California wines and imports ranging from the classic French vineyards to the rising international stars such as Chile. Their most popular selections are available both by the glass and by the bottle.

Even more impressive than the Inn’s vast wine selection is their staff’s ability to offer guests the perfect pairing of wine with every meal. Working closely with Executive Chef Abderezak Khellil, Fahd carefully selects the ideal wine and dish pairings, based on a variety of factors including body and acidity of the wine. The servers are then trained on these choices so that they can provide guests with the best selections.

With the heartier dishes on the current winter menu, these wine selections include fuller bodied reds like a New Zealand Pinot Noir or a classic Bordeaux. In the spring, when the menu turns to include fresh spring vegetables and other lighter fare, the choices will include more aromatic wines like the Rosés that become extremely popular in late spring and early summer, along blended whites such as Chardonnay.

Fahd is proud of the fact that the Inn’s outstanding reputation allows him to offer some of the nicest and rarest wines in the world, including a 1995 Chateau Lafi te Rothschild at $2,150 a bottle, and a 2003 Krug Clos du Mesnil, Brut at $1,250. But, he is equally proud of the fact that his cellar offers guests plenty of fi ne selections to suit every palate. For those who only know they love wine, it offers an endless opportunity to discover new favourites.

H is English-inspired menu currently features plenty of seasonal favourites including

warm, comforting pasta offerings and root vegetable dishes featuring butternut squash. In the English Room, the fi ne dining menu offers game entrees like venison and the very popular dark roast duck – a duck breast marinated in lavender and served with purple potatoes, traditional English parsnips and orange-white truffl e sauce.

In the White Hart Pub, you’ll fi nd plenty of hearty English favourites to tempt your palate, including traditional Shepherd’s Pie, Bangers and Mash and, of course, our own unique take on the ever-popular Fish and Chips. In The Bar, the food perfectly complements the convivial, social atmosphere.

Since its doors fi rst opened in 1929, the Deer Path Inn has been synonymous with truly memorable food. Today, that tradition continues under the skilled hand of Chef Khellil.

Since the reopening, the menu has received rave reviews from both new and returning guests. Chef Khellil enjoys visiting with the diners and taking their suggestions under advisement. In fact, he’s been known to go off menu entirely, as was the case when a loyal customer raved about the Chicken Milanese he had enjoyed on a previous visit. Chef Khellil happily prepared it for him.

Although the fi rst day of spring is still months away, the Chef is already working on a new line of seasonal dishes for the warmer months. He’s even exploring developing special relationships with local farms to ensure that his guests get the very freshest seasonal produce available. In the end, it’s all about offering guests the best, freshest and most delicious dining experience, a tradition that has been the hallmark of the Deer Path Inn for over 87 years.

FIRE EMERGENCYLocate the nearest Fire Exit upon entering your room (see back of room door).

Locate alarms and extinguishers on your fl oor and review their instructions.

In the unlikely case of fi re or upon hearing alarms:

A. Test the door for heat with the back of your hand before opening. If the door is cool, check the hall for smoke.

B. If smoke is present:1. Close the door, call for help

2. Shut off the air conditioning

3. Place wet sheets and towels in cracks and vents around the doors

4. Remove drapes from windows

5. Fill bathtub with water to keep all fabric moistened

6. After completing the above steps, calmly proceed to the window so you will be visible

C. If the hallway is clear:1. Walk calmly to nearest stairwell exit

located at the end of each hallway

2. Do not use elevators

D. Please remain calm at all times

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FIRE SAFETY Plan your Escape & Pre-Plan your Escape Route

• As soon as you check in, begin to plan your escape in case of fi re. When you arrive at your room, take a few moments to locate escape routes.

• Walk down the corridor and fi nd the nearest and alternate exits or exit stairways.

• Count the doorways, turns in corridors and any other features between your room and the exits.

• Find the nearest fi re alarm. Most frequently it will be located near the exit or stairwell door. Read the instructions on how to use it.

• Review the Fire Emergency instructions posted on the inside of your suite or bedroom door.

• If you have a physical condition that might impair your ability to either detect an alarm or evacuate via the staircase please notify Guest Services.

IF A FIRE BEGINSIN YOUR ROOM

• Leave your room and close the door behind you to keep smoke and fl ames out of the corridor. Sound the fi re alarm and leave the building via the nearest exit. Do not use the elevators!

IF YOU HEARTHE FIRE ALARM

The fi re alarm stages are as follows:

• If you hear an intermittent signal, stand by and prepare to leave the building.

• If you hear a continuous signal, leave the building by the nearest exit. Take your room key card and close your room door.

• Go to the door of your room. If you are in bed and there is any evidence of smoke in the room, roll out of bed and crawl to the door. Do not stand! Smoke and deadly gases may rise.

• Feel the door with the back of your hand. If the door or the knob is hot, leave it shut (see section dealing with securing your suite against smoke and gases). If the door is not hot, open it slowly, but be ready to close it immediately if necessary.

• Check the hallway. If you can leave safely, take your key card with you, close the door behind you and proceed to the nearest exit.

IF YOU HEAR THE FIRE ALARM, CONTINUED

• If the nearest exit or stairway is blocked by smoke or fi re, use an alternate route if one is clear (If it is blocked by smoke or fi re, return to your room and close the door). Proceed with care down to ground level. Hold onto the handrail for stability while descending the stairs.

WHAT TO DO IF THE ROOM DOOR IS HOT OR THE HALL IS DENSE WITH SMOKE

It may be safer to stay in your room. Here are some of the things you should do:

• Let someone know you are in the room. If the phone works, phone the switchboard.

• Soak towels and sheets to put around doors and cracks if smoke seeps in. Fill the bath tub with water. Use the ice bucket to re-wet towels or door as necessary.

WHAT YOU CAN DO TO PREVENT HOTEL FIRES

Many hotel fi res are caused by the careless disposal of smoking materials and by smoking in bed. Before leaving your room or retiring, check sofas and chairs for smouldering butts and make sure all butts in ashtrays are completely extinguished. Never empty ashtrays into waste baskets. Never smoke in bed. Do not use electrical appliances for cooking or other purposes that are not provided with the room.

In Case Of Fire PLEASE FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF WITH THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION

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TELEPHONE SERVICES Room-to-Room:Dial 7 + desired room number

Local Calls:Dial 8 + number

LONG DISTANCE CALLS

Direct Dial:Dial 8 + 1 + (area code) + number*

Operator Assisted:Dial 8 + 0 + (area code) + number*

Overseas Calls: Dial 8 + 011 + country code + routing code + number*

*Call will be charged to your room.

TELEPHONE CHARGESLocal:No charge

Long Distance charged to a 3rd number, Calling Card or Reversed Charge:No charge

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INFORMATION NUMBERSO’Hare International Airport:615-275-1600

Greyhound:800-231-2222

Walgreens:296 E. Deerpath, Lake Forest847-234-2413

CVS Pharmacy:500 N. Western, Lake Forest847-810-5990

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EMERGENCY NUMBERSPOLICE / FIRE / AMBULANCE:911

Lake Forest Police Department:847-234-2601

Lake Forest Fire Department:847-234-2601

Lake Forest Hospital:847-234-5600

Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital:800-234-5600

Highland Park Hospital:847-432-8000

Poison Control:800-222-1222

LOCAL THINGS OF INTERESTHistoric Market Square:224.880.5745www.shopmarketsquare.com

Chicago Botanical Gardens:847-835-5440www.chicagobotanic.org

Ravinia:847-266-5000www.ravinia.org

Gurnee Mills:847-263-7500www.simon.com/mall/gurneemills

Glunz Family Winery & Cellars:847-548-9463www.glunzfamilywinery.com

Biking & Hiking:www.chicago.citysearch.com/feature/14841

AMC Showplace Vernon Hills 8: 847-247-9827

Cuneo Museum & Gardens:847-362-3042www.lake-online.com/cuneo

Citadel Theatre:847-735-8554www.citadeltheatre.org

Baha’i Temple:847-853-2300www.bahaitemple.org

Useful Numbers FOR USE ON YOUR MOBILE OR OUR IN-HOUSE PHONE

Featuring traditional stone walls, terra cotta elements salvaged from local resources and fl agstone paving that creates a pleasant, quilt-like aesthetic, the overall effect combines a homage to the historic English tradition with a subtle nod to today’s more modern sensibilities.

From the statue of the stately bronze Scottish red stag that presides over the specialty blooming trees and shrubs in the courtyard, to the ‘Heritage’ Birch tree and fruiting espalier pear trees in the East Garden, to beautiful planting design and stonework in the English Garden courtyard, every detail provides seasonal colour and visual interest throughout the year.

“This inn holds the history of generations of people living out the important moments in their lives,” said Craig Bergmann, “the landscape design invites people to experience all the splendor and majesty of an English manor house and helps extend the Inn’s gracious hospitality beyond its walls.”

In England’s Green & Pleasant LAND

T ouring the manicured grounds and gardens of England’s grand manor houses has been a tradition for

hundreds of years. At the Deer Path Inn, we are proud to continue this grand tradition with a distinctively English setting for the Inn.

Landscape design at the Inn is the work of Lake Forest’s own Craig Bergmann Landscape Design. The well-manicured style invokes the sense of having a dedicated gardener on staff. The design combines the more formal elements of a typical Tudor and Elizabethan garden with the more mix-and-match Arts and Crafts tradition that evolved in the late 19th century. The Arts and Crafts style speaks to the history of the Inn as the tradition evolved from homes being added on to over hundreds of years as they were passed down through family lineages.

In England, gardening isn’t so much a pastime as it is a lifelong vocation.

The centerpiece of our English garden is a red stag sculpture created by the artist John Tolmay.

“The Grounds There Are Delightful.”

– JANE AUSTEN Pride and Prejudice

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A s the writer George Bernard Shaw once quipped, “England and America are two countries

separated by a common language.” That being said, you may fi nd yourself questioning some of the language being used around our defi nitively English Inn.

For example, much of the spelling we use is based upon the English version, which is derived from the original etymology of the words taken from the Latin, Old French or Old English. Americans tend to prefer the simplifi ed version of spelling, fi rst promoted by Noah Webster, which is based on how the word is actually pronounced. So, if you discover an extra vowel in the colour and fl avour you experience throughout your stay, please do not be alarmed.

You will also fi nd some defi nitively English expressions used around the Inn. Take the term ‘knackered’ used on our do not disturb signs. It’s based on the British expression meaning to be exhausted or worn out. It has nothing to do with the more familiar American word ‘knack’ which means having a skill or talent for something.

Then, there is the word ‘cheers’ that you will undoubtedly hear more than once during your stay. In Britain, it is usually used to express good wishes when parting or ending a conversation. It can also be used to express gratitude or as an acknowledgement of something done for you.

If you have any questions about any of the phrases you see used around the Inn, please do not hesitate to ask. We will be more than happy to spell things out for you.

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At Your Service WE ARE PROUD TO OFFER OUR GUESTS THE FOLLOWING AMENITIES

AIR CONDITIONING& HEATINGIndividual controls are located on the wall by your bed. You will fi nd two controls on your unit: a thermostat to set room temperature and a fan control with high, medium and low speeds. Please set to your comfort.

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AREA ATTRACTIONSLake Forest boasts a wide variety of activities such as high-end shopping, fi ne dining, golf courses and parks. For more information, please dial the Front Desk or visit www.cityofl akeforest.com.

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ATM SERVICEThere is an ATM machine located at the Chase Bank on the corner of Illinois Road and Bank Lane. For additional bank locations or hours, please dial Guest Services.

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CAR RENTALPlease call our Guest Services Department to arrange for Private Car and Car Rental Services.

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CHECK-OUT TIMECheck-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-outs are available on request, subject to availability. Additional charges may apply. Please contact our Guest Services Department for more information.

COFFEE & TEACoffee and Tea is served complimentary each morning 6-10AM in The Hearth Room.

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DINING – RESERVATIONS, IN-ROOM & CATERINGFor the Deer Path Inn dining experiences, please call the Front Desk to make a reservation or consult your In-Room Dining menu for room service. The best in catering expertise and facilities are also available. If you are planning a party, wedding, banquet, meeting or conference, please contact our Event Services Department by dialing 7505.

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DRY-CLEANING & LAUNDRYSame day service is available by calling Guest Services (in by 9 AM/back by 6:30 PM).

EMERGENCIESTo ensure your safety and comfort, we encourage you to read the Security/Safety section and the Emergency Phone List in this directory along with the Evacuation Instructions on the back of your guest room door. Please contact Guest Services if you require immediate assistance. Please check the back of your door for the emergency exit nearest you.

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EXERCISE/FITNESS ROOMThe 24-hour exercise room is located on the East wing of the second fl oor and open exclusively to guests of at least 16 years of age with key card access. Towels are also provided. Please use equipment at your own risk; please advise the Guest Services Department if there are any problems with the equipment.

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HOUSEKEEPINGPlease dial Guest Services if you require additional blankets, pillows, or should you have a desired time you wish to have your room serviced.

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ICEIce is provided any time by request. Please dial Guest Services.

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KEY CARDSShould you lose your key card, please immediately notify the Front Desk so that your lock may be re-coded. For your own protection, you will be asked for identifi cation. Please return your key card to the Front Desk upon check-out.

Same day service is available by calling Guest Services (in by 9

LOCAL TELEPHONE CALLSThere is no service charge on local telephone calls.

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LOST AND FOUNDFor assistance with lost and found items please dial our Guest Services Department.

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NEWSPAPERSThe Wall Street Journal, Chicago Tribune, and New York Times are available in the lobby each weekday morning at no charge. USA Today is delivered to guest rooms each weekday morning.

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NON-SMOKINGThe Deer Path Inn is 100% non-smoking. Should anyone smoke in your non-smoking guest room during your stay, an additional $100 charge will be applied to your account for the cost of purifi cation. Thank you for your cooperation.

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PARKINGComplimentary valet parking is available for guests. The hotel cannot be responsible for items left in vehicles on the hotel property.

PLACES OF WORSHIPPlease call Guest Services for a complete list and directions.

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SAFESSafes are available free of charge in your guestroom. The Deer Path Inn is not responsible for any valuables left in your room. For assistance with operation of the safe please dial the Guest Services Department.

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SECURITYYour safety and security are of the utmost concern to those of us who welcome you as our guest. Please familiarize yourself with the Safety Guidelines provided in this directory. If a security need arises, please contact the Front Desk for immediate attention.

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SUNDRIESWe truly care about your stay. If you’ve forgotten something, we have a variety of sundry items available at the Front Desk. Please call your Guest Service Representative. Many guests love our amenities. If you are interested in purchasing any of the amenities offered in our rooms, please dial the Guest Services Department.

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WAKE-UP CALLSTo schedule a wake up call please contact our Guest Services Department.

TRAVELLER SAFETY TIPS1. Do not answer the door in a hotel room

without verifying who it is. If a person claims to be an employee, call the Front Desk to verify and determine the purpose.

2. When returning to your hotel late in the evening, use the main entrance of the hotel. Be observant and look around before entering parking lots.

3. Close the door securely whenever you are in your room and use all of the locks provided.

4. Do not needlessly display guest room keys in public or carelessly leave them on restaurant tables, at the swimming pool, or other places where they can be easily stolen.

5. Do not draw attention to yourself by displaying large amounts of cash or expensive jewellery.

6. Do not invite strangers to your room.

7. Place all valuables in the hotel safe deposit box.

8. Do not leave valuables in your vehicle.

9. Check to see that all sliding glass doors, windows and any connecting room doors are locked.

10. If you are travelling with children, provide adult supervision at all times.

11. If you see any suspicious activity, please report your observations to the management.

12 Upon arrival, please notify the Front Desk if you require special evacuation assistance in the event of an emergency.

For Your Convenience WE HOPE THE FOLLOWING WILL MAKE YOUR STAY MORE ENJOYABLE

Complimentary valet parking is available for guests. The hotel cannot be responsible

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