The Culinary Connection The Keystone Ranch Training Grounds for Colorado Mountain College Students
You know the Keystone Ranch is special before you even step inside. The backdrop of the Ten Mile Range and the Gore Range as well as the Keystone Golf Course turned Nordic center (in the winter) make the Ranch the ultimate destination for a special occasion, intimate dinner or gathering with friends and family. The structure is a beautiful 1930’s log homestead with an elegant dining room, separate bar-room and a comfortable back living room where the fireplace is the main focus and the furniture will allow you to settle in for a comfortable aperitif once your evening in the dining room has concluded. The staff and their service is extraordinary. Years of training and knowledge allow them to provide some of the best service you can find anywhere. The menu offers an opportunity to experience a five course menu of acclaimed Colorado cuisine and wild game specialties, or the opportunity to choose casual fare with soup or salad and an entree. What ever the
selection the chef and his staff will not disappoint you. There is a reason that the Keystone Ranch is AAA Four Diamond™ rated restaurant, a Wine Spectator DiRoNa winner, and is ranked as a top restaurant in Colorado by the prestigious Zagat Survey. What you may not know is the Keystone Ranch is also a training ground for the Colorado Mountain College Culinary Program. Hands-on learning and internships at the CMC Culinary Institute prepare students for real-world careers. Learning in the Keystone Ranch kitchen is a highlight of each students training. Students have the opportunity to pursue several degree options
Associate of Applied Science in Culinary Art: •
Certificate of Garde Manger
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Apprentice Cook Certificate
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American Culinary Federation Certified Sous Chef Certificate Photo Credits: Kay Beaton