The Blue Announces Josh Wahler as Executive Chef

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. December 16, 2008

MIAMI, CA, December 16, 2008. The Blue, a pristine 240-suite resort, newly opened in the heart of Doral and surrounded by palm-speckled greens, oaks and lakes, proudly announces the addition of Chef Josh Wahler to the executive team. Hired on board to launch the culinary shell of The Blue - 5300 Chop House - Wahler will manage the success of the restaurant, creating an upscale dining experience for hotel guests, area visitors and local Miami residents.

"With years of experience in hotel and fine dining cuisine and endless culinary accolades, Chef Josh is a perfect choice for The Blue," says Stephen van Hemert, general manager. "He is poised to quickly develop 5300 Chop House into an iconic Miami dining hotspot and create a warm, friendly yet serious environment for decadent dining."

Wahler is most recognized for his contribution to Nobu in Miami Beach, a trendy, upscale Japanese restaurant located in The Shore Club, and the opening of Nobu in Los Angeles as well his T.V. debut on Season Three of the Fox series, Hell's Kitchen. Wahler is also known for his creative talents at the Spice Market in Manhattan, a 200 seat Southeast Asian Fine Dining restaurant.

"I am really excited to be a part of 5300 Chop House," says Chef Josh Wahler. "My philosophy is to provide the finest in personalized, culinary experiences with the ultimate goal to position 5300 Chop House as the upscale sexy dinner selection and serious power lunch choice."

Through strong relationships with local wine purveyors, Wahler is creating an extensive wine selection at 5300 Chop House. The menus the team has developed feature farmed-fresh meats and locally-grown, organic ingredients with all fabrication taking place in the restaurant to ensure 100 percent freshness.

5300 Chop House features dark woods throughout and inviting lighting setting an alluring environment. The dining experience includes highly-personalized service from tableside hand-shaken martinis to a tempting cheese cart offering delectable tastings.

The Blue is nestled in the city of Doral surrounded by greens of 144 holes of golf and South Florida nature. Adjacent to championship golf in Doral, each of The Blue's 240 suites offers spectacular views of stunning fairways. Presenting guests with unexpected personal touches of opulent service, design and comfort, the resort creates the ultimate urban escape.

Spa Azul at The Blue rejuvenates guests with orange blossom-inspired treatments based on the seasons and nature created from an assortment of natural products. Jim McLean Golf School presents guests of The Blue with preferred packages and rates of golf instruction. A short distance away, some of the world's most famous shopping among high-end designers is available. With personalized concierge service, high-end fitness center and Olympic-sized swimming pool, guests retreat comfortably to The Blue in sophisticated, smart elegance while being furnished with a plethora of activities.

A proud member of the elite Preferred Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, The Blue is managed by a leading full-service management group in North America, Distinctive Lifestyle, which offers travelers the finest in lavish amenities and personalized hospitality services. A subsidiary of First Service Corporation, Distinctive Lifestyle is positioned to become the best management company in the world, one client, partner and guest at time.

Only minutes from Miami International Airport, The Blue is an escape where travelers experience something different - true "Bluetopia." For additional details about The Blue, please call toll free (877) 748-2583 or visit online at www.theblue.com.