It has been a great conference so far!   The lead off speaker was fabulous and gave us all much to think about.   We were inundated the moment the Trade show opened today with Innkeepers and prospective IIN Members.  It has been exhausting and exhilarating all at the same time.  We have been told there are over 600 in attendance making this the largest showing of Innkeepers in my years of PAII attendance. 
 

The odds of me running into someone I know while working at a bed and breakfast out of town is slim to none.  The odds while working in town is slim. 

Last week, I was home and working for just a few short days.  In one evening, just after I sat down to eat a hot supper, a couple walked in to reserve a room for a future date.  It was the same couple who had walked in a couple months before one night while I was working.  What a surprise!  I made their reservation then walked them to the door. 

As we walked out, I noticed a couple walking up the street.  It was a former co-worker and his wife.  What a surprise!  They were on the block celebrating their Anniversary at our fine dining restaurant, Back Inn Café.  They came in for a tour and a chat while I finished my supper.  Happy Anniversary Larry & Norma!

Come on up to Baltimore and try some of Warren's delicious Baked Apple Crisp Pancakes!  Yum!  They are a new staple in my B&B On-the-Road Recipe book.
For those of you who prefer to cook rather than to travel, here's the recipe.  :)


1 egg beaten
3/4 cup milk
3/4 cup chunky applesauce
1  tsp. vanilla
2 cups pancake or waffle mix


Topping:
1/2 cup quick oats            1/4 tsp. cinnamon            1/4 cup brown sugar            1/2 cup pancake mix
2 T. butter                        1 Granny Smith Apple
  
Spray six shallow 4-inch ramekins with cooking spray.  In a large bowl, combine egg, milk, applesauce, vanilla and
pancake mix.  Spread the mixture in the prepared ramekins.

In a medium bowl, combine the oats, brown sugar, pancake mix and butter. Sprinkle the topping over the pancake batter.

Slice the apple into thin slices and place five pieces in the shape of a pinwheel on top of each ramekin. 

Bake at 375o oven for ~15 minutes.

Enjoy!

This week at The Inn at 2920 in Baltimore, Maryland, I have been in the mood for pumkin.  Which is kind of funny...since I can't really say that I like pumpkin.  It is just that...well, it is the season for it.  :)  You know...Thanksgiving and all.  :) 

One of the things I enjoy about being at a bed and breakfast is getting to make new and different foods. A lot of people go to B&B's for the new and different foods.  That makes us a perfect combination.  :)

This week I received and made recipes for "Pumpkin Spice Yogurt" and "Pecan-Pumpkin French Toast with Apple Cider Syrup and Spiced Pecans".  My guests lapped them both up with compliments to the chef.  I guess they were in the mood for pumpkin too!

Happy Thanksgiving! 
I hope that you take time to enjoy the holiday with your family and friends.
Until next time...

Calling all Jane Austen Fans!

Looking for a place to celebrate the 200th Anniversary of Pride and Prejudice?
Look no further.  The Inn at Woodhaven in Louisville, KY is just the place.  The house and Carriage house were built in 1853.  The beautifully restored and decorated buildings contain 7 guest rooms including the Attic Suite which easily holds 5 ladies getting ready to go out in Society.  Looking for a quiet spot to take your husband for the event?  Check out the Rose Cottage built in 1998 to blend with the architectural style of Woodhaven.

July 20-21, 2013 the Jane Austen Society of North America Greater Louisville
Region will host their 6th Annual Jane Austen Festival at historic Locust Grove.
Click here to take a look at last year's festival.  Go on-line or call the Inn at Woodhaven to make your reservation today!

This week in Montgomery is the three-day Alabama Bar Exam.  My guests
have been busy studying, testing and talking it out.  They have even
been spotted "Nerding-it-up" (their words) in the Gazebo in the back yard of 
Red Bluff Cottage Bed & Breakfast.  Good luck Guys!

While visiting my Dad this summer, my niece enjoyed helping out in the camp dining hall.  Personally, I think she has the makings of a future Innkeeper...She likes to cook, too!   :)