Caldwell House Bed and Breakfast is Taking a ‘Literal’ Approach to Book Lovers Day

The Caldwell House Bed and Breakfast is turning to its menu to honor Book Lovers Day on August 9th with a novel-inspired breakfast.

“We host a lot of avid readers and have many nooks and crannies where guests like to relax with a good book,” said Dena Finneran, who co-owns the Caldwell House Bed and Breakfast with her husband, John. “August brings such great weather, we’ll often find guests reading outdoors in our shaded patio or pergola, so this underrated holiday is actually a really great fit for us.”

The bed and breakfast cooks a full three-course breakfast each morning, complete with personalized newspaper-style place settings. On August 9th guests will either find a nod toward Oliver Twist or Little Women on their plates; the menu will depend on several factors, such as guests’ dietary restrictions, weather, etc.

If it’s Charles Dickens’s Oliver Twist represented at the table, the breakfast would be a hearty oatmeal, for the line in the book: 'Please sir, can I have some more?' which refers to porridge. The Louisa May Alcott, Little Women-inspired, breakfast would be sausage, egg, and orange, to fit with the iconic scene in the book where the March girls take their breakfast to a family in more need than their own.

After breakfast, and perhaps a chapter or two, guests will want to explore the area. There are more than a dozen beautiful and unique bookstores in the Hudson Valley, including the renowned Oblong Books & Music; and the Spotty Dog, a bookstore that doubles as a bar and carries local hand-crafted ales and wines. 

Aside from book shops, there are also various author homes nearby, like Washington Irving’s home where fans may sign up for hour-long tours by hosts in period garb. There are also incredible libraries, like the F.D.R. Library and Museum with breathtaking views of the Hudson River and dozens of historic documents.

About Caldwell House

The Caldwell House Bed and Breakfast is a multi-award-winning member of the prestigious Select Registry and Diamond Collection groups of Inns. Located in the heart of the Hudson Valley– close to the United States Military Academy at West Point, the Storm King Arts Center, Brotherhood Winery (and many of the Shawangunk Wine Trail Wineries), and the Woodbury Premium Outlet Mall. Some of the Hudson Valley’s most beautiful hiking/biking trails are within walking or easy driving distance. 

Built in 1802, this historic inn is full of many original features, antiques and original paintings, as well as modern amenities. Each guest room includes its own private full bath (several with Jacuzzi tub for two), smart TVs with Netflix/Hulu, free Wi-Fi Internet access, individual room temperature controls, iPads and more.

The Caldwell House Bed and Breakfast is located at 25 Orrs Mills Road, Salisbury Mills, NY 12577. To make a reservation call 1-845-496-2954 or visit www.caldwellhouse.com.

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Nikolas at Logan Inn, New Hope, Bucks County

I’m bummed when summer is over, but I do love Fall. I have especially loved this year so far; lots of sun-drenched weekends and crisp morning with warm days.

 

One of my favorite places to soak up the Fall ambiance is in New Hope, PA, Bucks County. 

New Hope is a gorgeous little village on the banks of the Delaware River, across from Lambertville and full of elegance and charm. Come for the day, but try to stay the entire weekend! Bed & Breakfasts, boutique hotels, farm-to-table restaurants and shopping abound, in addition to the culture- music, shows, bands, and sightseeing.

 

One such place to stop and enjoy yourself while taking in the passers-by on River Road (the main drag) isLogan Inn. Situated at Ferry Street and River Road, you can stay overnight at the Logan Inn, or you can sit outside at the bar, Logan Terrace and relax, or if you are looking for more upscale dining, sit inside in the wraparound covered porch to dine at the Mediterranean-inspired Nikolas. Sample dishes from Spain, Greece, Italy, and Turkey, dining on prime meats and fresh seafood.

 

My fiancé and I sat indoor one such day when a storm was rolling in over the river, and then we were treated to a delightful rainbow. We relaxed immediately as our server put us at ease, and ordered glasses of white wine. We decided on the Prix Fixe four course dinner, with any appetizer or soup, and a salad, an plus the entree and that also included our dessert with coffee.

 

I went for the seafood soup, as I can never pass up seafood, which was light and silky with plenty of seafood to satisfy me. Stephen enjoyed the baked brie, with imported brie wrapped in phyllo dough, resting atop raspberry sauce with fruit. This was richly delicious.

 

We then both enjoyed the beet salad, which I can never get enough of! This inspired take on beets included candied walnuts, red and golden beets over greens with a crisp vinaigrette and goat cheese was fresh and appealing.

 

Our main course arrived in due time, as we were enjoying the calming ambiance and the passers-by and the rainbow over the river. I dined on Surf & Turf, and Stephen enjoyed the fish dish- a whole fish with lemon and olive oil over Swiss chard, fava puree, and spinach/rice pilaf. My lobster was sweet and juicy, and the filet mignon was cooked to perfection with mushrooms and veggies.

 

Dessert was a happy confection of chocolate and coffee. We had a wonderful time just relaxing over the remainder of our meal and enjoying the ambiance of the older building and watching the people go by and the river as the evening sky turned dark.

 

Now, Logan Inn is prepping for winter by introducing their drain the kegs card! The beer kegs ned to be emptied by winter, and they need help. They have 16 gourmet beers on tap- like, Tucher Helles, Chimay, Ommegang, Allagash,and more. Stop by the Logan Terrace bar and buy a Keg Card for just $10.  With your purchase, you'll get two drafts of your choice for free.  Then show your Keg Card whenever you stop by the Logan Terrace bar and get half off these gourmet beers. Great for Fall!

 

 

Thank you to Sharon Fast and her team at Logan Inn and Nikolas.

 

 

 

 

Address: 10 W Ferry St, New Hope, PA 18938

Phone:(215) 862-2300