July at Inntiquity

We had a hot July in Indiana, requiring many waterings of our gardens. George had me put mulch on my vegetable gardens. Not successful. No weeds, but the pepper plants died. I have removed the mulch from 1 bed and am replanting with Miracle Grow. Hope there is enough time for them to grow. We use many peppers in our cooking even though we do not call them mangos as did our ancestors.
Several of our holiday guests were old friends returning to assist relatives and share the holiday. Others were interesting and shared stories of their families and experiences . One delightful couple were newlyweds. Others shared anniversaries. Our Celtic musicians entertained during the dinner hours. Good food, interesting guests and music!
Our partners in hosting were the Crooked Creek stables with good old Indiana horsemen to address any riding issues, France Park, with its waterfall, swimmuig area and great sites to take our famous picnic. There are also walking and biking trails along 2 banks of the rivers. One trail has a labyrinth. So far we have not had anyone reported lost.
Indiana Beach is just 22 miles away. May exciting things to do there. Rides, interesting foods, music and carnival atmosphere. Also swimming and boating is available. I spent many a summer evenings , in my younger days and some older days dancing to the famous bands playing there.

May Goals and Experiences

How beatuiful Indiana is in the spring! I've lived here all my life and still am excited and amazed each spring. We are hoping our photographer is still coming. Her pictures are so wonderful on another inn's website. We are planning to use the new pictures to help to update our wedsite. Her coming has inspired George to new heights for our outside landscaping.
Leslie has planted her leeks and I my lettuce. I am holding off on the herbs. Indiana's spring weather is not to be trusted. Leslie and I are joining forces to have a totally organic local menu. Her Mother's Day menu is a blend of old family recipes, old local recipes from churches, local feed and implement companies and her Charleston chef school. Hopefully there is something for all our guests.
April was so enjoyable. We had a wonderful repeating trio from Florida who are like old friends, another couple that always spends their anninersary with us, and 4 other couples that were delightful just to talk to. We feel privleged to share a small part of their lives. Several couples are trying to experience each different suite. We have acquired several anniversary cards to show our appreciation.
Logansport is having a jazz festival featuring our local artist, Med Flory,An Indian powpow, an arts festival and several base ball tournaments. Many enjoy our beautiful diverse parks and trails plus the activities along our 2 rivers. If peace and quiet along with small town activites does't frighten you Logansport countryside is for you. Lee, Innkeeper

EASTER ARRIVES1

Easter buffet is an annual event at Inntiquity. Leslie searches out family favorites such as Carrot Cake, Wild Berry cobblers, Spinach soufle, Baked ham with orange sauce, Leg of lamb with basil and lemon juice basting, 3 kinds of deviled eggs, Sausage Sun Dried Tomato Egg Bake, 3 kinds of salads, Salmon poached in white wine, Vegetarian lasagna, Fresh asparagus in lemon butter, Wild Rice Pilaf, Mashed potatoes with chives and sour cream, Fresh baked Rolls and Ice tea , Lemonade and coffee. I was drafted to make the Cole slaw, but we used an old cobbler ctust that relieved me of pie crust duty.
We enjoy seeing members of our community that normally we don't encounter. The weather is promising to be lovely. We want to show off our daffodils that line the drive so beautifully. Some of our tulips are showing off as well. George is replacing one of our magnolias and some of our spring blooming trees that did not survive our heavy frosts.
Wonderful odors are floating in from the kitchen. I must check to see if the cats have been fed as it is still pretty cold outside. I may have to help set up tomorrow's buffet. Happy Easter for all of you.

The Staff at Inntiquity Inn and Restaurant

CELTIC MUSIC & BIRDWATCHING

What a wonderful weekend! Our musicians filled the inn with music. Innovations and old favorites. The restaurant was busy with both, musician's meals and a funeral dinner. Many of the musicians were creative in other ways. One had written a travel book, others shared their beautiful quilts. All were very complimentary about our food.
The bird watchers had extensive information about the bird's that pass through Indiana on their return to the north after their wintering in Indiana. They have envited George and I to join them on a Bird watching trip to West Virginia. It sounds exciting. Our business obligations will have to decide for us.
Leslie is preparing another mystery weekend. Several people are interested in these fun experiences. The hold up seems to be that most of the mysteries require at least 10 people. We need to put together all the different mystery lovers so they can come together.
I have finally found the creamed coconut that her faboulous pie requires. The chocolate crust really is the final resistance breaker!

Valentine Survival

The lovers were out in force this Valentine's Day. Hail romance! Our record of accepted proposals is still intact. As of today our record is safe. We know that one day someone will refuse. The lovely young lady said" yes." Our dining rooms were completely full, with all the champagne buckets ,flowers, candlelabras, place plates, silver and stemware. Leslie had a new prep cook, so wasn't as fast as usual. I did not think to check if all our extra servers had a liscense to carry alcohol. As they were not pouring, I did not realize they still needed a liscence. We were upset that people did not receive very prompt service. Most were understanding as Leslie's food helped makeup for it.. We had a very detailed review to make sure we do not repeat our mistakes.
All our suites were full on Saturday , and most on Friday and Sunday. As usual our guests were wonderful at breakfast. We never tire of hearing about there lives and wonderful stories. Some are repeat guests and some are new to bed and breakfast inns. We try very hard to make their experience memorable to ensure they will keep giving B & Bs their choice for romance and comfort. Lee, Innkeeper

Thanksgiving

November is still beautiful here in Indiana. We have had football guests, wedding guests, get-away guests and business travelers, even trick or treaters. All were generous with their praise for our food beds and hospitality. What a great Group. Leslie is all excited about our mystery week end coming up on the 23rd. We are going to be in the Roaring Twenties!
We just posted our Thanksgiving Special on our website. We have fun using Indiana' s great traditional foods. We have inherited family recipes from both George's and my Families. Our brunch uses most of them paired with our most popular brunch special favorites. George is always drafted to slice both the hugh hams and turkeys.. I always make my families pies and noodles ( the only ones Leslie can't top me on) ha! Oyster dressing is one I help with as it is one of my favorites.
Every year we get to see many local families. The children are so cute, minding their manners and reassuring me that parents are still passing on our traditions and values. We just need to get all our dining rooms and food ready. Let the wonderful Thanksgiving praise and odors free.
Lee, Innkeeper, Inntiquity

Lucky Lovers

Inntiquity has had many lovers in the 20 plus years we have been an inn. Some are returning for anniversaries, some bring their children, many have our romantic candlelight champagne dinner. Our most outstanding statistic is the success rate of the marriage proposals. So far 23 prosposals , that we know of , have been accepted here. Most by men, but we know of 2 by women. Of course our record will eventually be broken or else we have not found out about any refusals. Be that as it may, we are honored to have our efforts toward providing a romantic atmosphere rewarded. Innkeeping is hard work, but the wonderful guests make up for it by allowing us to have a small part in so many lives.

From the beautiful brides climbing up the stairs in their wedding gowns, to the ones getting married in our gazebo, we have yet to see one that is not especially beauriful on their day. Our restaurant has hosted groups of retiring nuns, rehersal dinners, receptions of many kinds, showers, teas, funeral dinners and seminars. All of these events gives George the opportunity to utilize the many silver serving pieces's from his family and our antique collections. Many weddings have been held here. Our gardens have been especially lovely after a cold start.