Pacific Northwest Wine Weekend

The Inn at Thorn Hill's Spring

Wine Weekend with RP Imports

The Inn's annual Spring wine weekend will take place on Friday and Saturday May 1st and 2nd, 2009. It will feaure fantastic wines of Oregon and Washington. It begins with a grand testing of fourteen wines and food stations on Friday evening, a wine class destroying the myths of Pinot Noir on Saturday afternoon given by Ed Mansing and Bob Hill and comclude with the spectacual five course wine dinner on Saturday night. There are a few rooms left for this event and also spaces left for just the wine events. Call us at 1-800-289-8990 or email us at stay@innatthornhill.com for prices and availability.

Saturday Night's Menu

Hors d' Oeuvres

L'Ecole No. 41, Chenin Blanc, Walla Voilla

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Kumomoto Oysters with Cucumber and Olives

Cadaretta, Sauvignon Blanc/Semillion, "SBS"

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Walnut and Parmesan Dusted Pheasant with Fresh Ramps and Morels

WillaKenzie Estate, Pinot Noir

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Charred Lamb Sirloin with Cracked Wheat Cake and Lamb Sausage Dumplings

Coeur D'Alene Cellars, Syrah

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Colombian Dark Chocolate Souffle with Black Olive and Dark Cherry Tapenade

Belle Vallee Cellars, Pinot Noir Port

Distinctive Inns of New England Enhances Innsiders Club Rewards

Distinctive Inns of New England is happy to announce that the Innsiders Club Rewards Program has been enhanced! This is exciting news!! The Rewards Program has been enhanced to assist our loyal guests during this challenging economy. Now you can earn rewards of $100 DINE Dollars after you have stayed at three of the Distinctive Inns during a two year period. DINE Dollars can then be used towards your next two night stay at any of our Distinctive Inns properties throughout New England.

For those Innsiders that visited us and have a brochure that requires four nights stay for $100 DINE Dollars, rest assured. Just bring your rewards brochure with you on your next visit and we will be happy to adjust it so that you will only have to stay at three Inns and receive the reward. Now that was easy.

Why wait to take advantage of this offer? Spring is here, rates are still in the off season, and aren’t you tired of staying at home? We look forward to your visit.

Gateways Inn is Ready for Tanglewood 2009 Season in Lenox, Masschusetts

Gateways Inn is excited about the 69th Tanglewood Season in Lenox, MA. The Tanglewood Music center is the summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra and is the setting for a wide variety of musical performances each year. The season starts on June 26th and is filled with many exciting performances. We feel that there is no better way to spend a summer evening than spreading out a picnic blanket and listening to live music as the sun sets and the stars magically appears in the sky above.

The 2009 season will include performances by the Boston Symphony Orchestra. Other highlights will include James Taylor, Diana Krall, Yo-Yo Ma, Sheryl Krow, and many others! The list far too long to be all inclusive, but I am sure that you are getting the feeling. After an enjoyable evening at Tanglewood, return to the Gateways Inn for a late night dinner and an evening of romance in your luxury accommodations.

We encourage everyone planning to attend Tanglewood to make room and dinner reservations early as we do sell out quickly. Ticket information can be obtained at Inquire about tickets at http://gonewengland.about.com/cs/maartsculture/a/bltangletickets.htm and we look forward to seeing you this summer!

Easter Brunch at the Inn at Thorn Hill

Inn at Thorn Hill's Easter Brunch



Chef John Russ is excited about the Inn's Easter Sunday Brunch. The brunch will be in stations and start at 11:00am until 3:00pm on April 12th, 2009 in Jackson, New Hampshire. The cost of brunch is $28 per person with children under 12 at half price. Children 5 and under will be free. Reservation are necessary and can be made by calling us at 1-800-289-8990 or 383-4242. Reservations can also be made by email at stay@innatthornhill.com
Hope to see you and take a look at our menu.

Smoked Salmon with Accoutrements

Wild and Local Mixed Lettuces

Red Lentil and Bacon Salad

New Potato and Grained Mustard Salad

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Shrimp and Chicken Etoufee

Risen Potato Souffle

Spring Cabbage with Ham

Green Bean Casserole

Rosemary Roasted Potatoes

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French Style Omelet Station to include:

Artisinal Cheeses, Fresh Vegetables, Smoked Pork

and Fresh Seafood

Quiche Lorraine with Hollandaise Sauce

Carving Station with Spring Lamb and Beef Loin

with Accoutrements

Salmon in Puff Pastry

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Pasta Station

with Fresh House Made Pastas

Sausages, Shrimp, Chicken, Vegetables, Dandelions and Sauces

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Dessert Station

Strawberries Jubilee with House Made Doughnuts

Petit Fours, Cremes, Candies, Cakes and Chocolates

Rabbit Hill Inn on a National TV Show

Vermont's Rabbit Hill Inn is going to be a prize on "The Wheel"! How cool is that? Watch Wheel of Fortune on Tuesday, March 24th to see if someone wins a 6 night getaway to this luxurious AAA Four Diamond Inn. Although the show has already been taped, it's a big secret whether or not someone has won the prize. Wheel of Fortune airs in 28 countries to some 44 million viewers. We think this is great exposure for the Northeast Kingdom, the real Vermont! Through BedandBreakfast.com, who covers airfare and rental car, Rabbit Hill was selected as the quintessential New England getaway for quiet romance, elegant and sophisticated dining, great outdoor activities, and nature's peace. We are thrilled and we hope you'll watch!

March Madness - Weekend Savings at the Captains House Inn

March tends to be a quiet month on Cape Cod. And understandably so - even the hardiest New Englanders find the snow to be just another shoveling expedition versus a beautiful white wonderland. Still, for those who can’t escape for a week in the Caribbean, the Cape does provide a retreat for those who need a quick getaway, if even to escape the cabin fever of their own home. The Captains House Inn has extended their winter mid-week special for the entire month of March to include weekends as long as one night of your stay includes a week night (Sunday-Thursday). A two night minimum stay is required to receive this rate. So, ditch your cell phone and lap top and grab a bottle of wine and a good book and revitalize at the Captains House Inn before you embark on your spring cleaning this year.

Hannah Rebekah, Lady Hope, Garden Room, Intrepid, Cape Lady, Whirlwind, Hideaway: $150Hiram Harding, Wild Pigeon, Wild Hunter: $175Eliza Jane, Tradewinds, Lady Mariah, Northern Light: $200Clarissa, Lydia Harding: $215

Spring Special Dinners

Chef John Russ' Recession Proof Dinners
The Inn at Thorn Hill is starting March 1st with nightly $28 per person dinners mid week during the Spring. These dinners feature his great skills and are for three courses. Everyone knows what tough economic times we are going through and these dinners are our attempt to provide food and a fun evening out. They are available Sunday through Thursday evenings. Call us at 1-800-289-8990 or email us at stay@innatthornhill.com for reservations and mention our specials.
Sample Menu
Cannellini Bean and Salt Pork Stew with Preserved Tomatoes and Sweet Onions
or
Crisp Romaine with Garlic Vinaigrette with Crunchy Bread and Anchovies
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Young Chicken Roulade with Pilaf, Cippolini Onions and Sage
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House Made Gnocchi with Roasted Garlic, Celeriac and Goat Cheese
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Vanilla Panna Cotta with Lemon Consomme and Lime Shortbread
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Chocolate and Pink Peppercorn Mousse with Chocolate and Peanut Butter Crunch

Peter Weygandt Wine Dinner

The Inn at Thorn Hill
February 19th Wine Dinner

The Inn at Thorn Hill is joining with Peter Weygandt for it's February Wine Dinner to feature their European imports. The dinner begins at 7pm and is $75 per per for the three course event.

The menu:
Hors d' oeuvres
Wurtz, Riesling, Potate, 2006
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Eggplant Parfait with Crisp Pasta and Fresh Truffles
Strele, Pio & Gaetanno, Souve, 2007
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Braised Veal with Celery and Garlic Dauphinois
Guillard, Gevrey-Chambertain,
Vieilles Vignes- Aux Corvees
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Lardo Basted Beef Loin with Onion Soubise
and Pommes Conft
Domaine Les Grands Bois, Cotes du Rhone
Cuvee Les Trios Soeurs
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Sbrinz Gougerre with Strawberry Jellies
and Pear Espuma
Marie Weiss, Champagne, Brut, NV
Please call for reservations at 1-800-289-8990 or email us at stay@innatthornhill.com
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