As we promised, and just in time for Arbor Day this Friday, we’re going to take a trek across Dutchess County. From here at Hilltop House Bed and Breakfast in Amenia, NY, to the easter shore of the Hudson River. … Continue reading
Happy Spring. It’s getting here; so I’ve been searching ways to entice it along a little faster. I came to a great website that listed all the gardens one could visit in Dutchess County and decided that every few days, … Continue reading
I recently heard a radio interview of an author who’d just written a book about maple sugaring. That’s a topic near and dear to B&B owners in the Northeast given a propensity for pancakes and French toast. Here are some … Continue reading
There are many blessings to being an innkeeper and given as many snow days as we’ve had here in the northeast this winter, staying home (staying inn–ha ha, couldn’t miss that) is one of them. It doesn’t make for great … Continue reading
So I see whoopee pies gaining in popularity for whatever reason. Maybe some famous chef or bakery started the trend or maybe like the droopy beltless pants that took off (I keep waiting for them to fall off some of … Continue reading
Wow, cold weather can get to me, but I was thinking about our vegetable garden and the idea of cold frames came to mind. Funny how the mind works. Whenever I see old windows being thrown out by the side … Continue reading
Now, I’m not knocking shopping for brand new furniture, but there is nothing quite like the feeling of walking into a well stocked antique store. One of my favorite shops in the Hudson Valley is the Old Mill of Irondale … Continue reading
Plan your culinary getaway here in the valley. The Boot Camp experience is a fabulous way to get away from it all and do something you really love—cook! The Culinary Institute of America’s Culinary Boot Camp programs are cited as … Continue reading
Peachy Muffins (makes about 14 muffins) Preheat oven to 400 degrees 1 1/2 c. white flour 3/4 c. whole wheat flour 1 1/8 c. sugar 3/4 tsp. salt 1 Tbsp. baking powder 1 tsp. cinnamon 1/2 … Continue reading
Beach, mountain, Vegas, or vineyard? True Romance, it’s what you’re supposed to do, right? PROLOGUE Romeo and Juliet, William Shakespeare Two households, both alike in dignity, In fair Verona, where we lay our scene, From ancient grudge break … Continue reading
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