It’s Time to Take a Fall Foliage Tour this Autumn
Fall is our favorite time of year at Grand Colonial Bed and Breakfast. With fall temperatures transforming the local landscape into a natural blanket of colorful brilliance, our first instinct is to get in our cars and survey the beauty. Central New York is synonymous with fall foliage. Although “leaf peeping” might be one of
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Carol Dunn’s Flaky Pie Crust
This month’s recipe is a very special and delicious one. It was passed down from Mike’s grandmother Carol Dunn to his mother Carol Martin. Mike has refined the recipe over the years and the result is a light and flaky pie crust that’s sure to be a family favorite. This recipe makes 2 pie crusts.
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The 2020 Mining Season is Ending, but Herkimer Diamonds are Forever
The 2020 Season at the Herkimer Diamond Mines will end on November 1st. The Herkimer Diamond Mines has been a popular destination this year, especially because the outside above-ground mines have allowed visitors plenty of space to dig for diamonds and easily practice social distancing. If you haven’t made it to the Mines yet this
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Sharing Life’s Sweet Journey
We’re excited to announce a new partnership with local beekeepers Joe and Sue Kappler. In 2014, Joe and Sue’s brand Heartsease Hill started as a small apiary selling honey and handcrafted soaps at the Westmoreland, NY Farmer’s Market. As homebrewers and a former brewery employee, their interest in mead blossomed and soon several experimental batches
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What Can You Find in the Herkimer Diamond Mines?
Prospect for your own Herkimer Diamonds at The Herkimer Diamond Mines and stay with us at our historic bed and breakfast located in the heart of Herkimer, New York. We’re only an 8-minute drive from the mines. We offer clean, comfortable, and unique accommodations and a huge homemade breakfast daily. Check availability and book your
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It’s Time to Get Digging for Herkimer Diamonds!
Summer is the perfect season for a road trip and The World-Famous Herkimer Diamond Mines is re-opening just in time. The Mines are open to the public once again starting June 26, and the shortened season means we’ve got no time to waste- it’s time to get digging! New for the 2020 season, visitors can
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The Baseball Hall of Fame is Open!
Baseball fans rejoice! We’re thrilled to pass along that The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum is reopening its doors on Friday, June 26. The Museum’s hours will be 9 a.m. to 5 p.m daily. Timed admission tickets will be available for you to purchase at baseballhall.org on a first-come, first-served basis. These tickets
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The Sweetest and Shortest Season is Here – Our Pure NY Maple Syrup is On Sale!
We take great pride in curating a unique and authentic experience for our guests. It all starts with the special relationships we have with other local businesses. Because the real stuff makes a difference, we proudly serve Kraeger’s pure New York Maple Syrup with every breakfast. Kraeger’s Maple Syrup is locally harvested and bottled on the
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Your Guide to Loving Winter in Central New York
Wintertime in Central New York is awesome. If you don’t share the same feeling, odds are that you’re just not doing it right. Sure, it’s cold outside and getting around in the snow can be a challenge, but few destinations offer the diversity and beauty found in our area. With at least another solid month
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Brick’s Spice & Sugar Coffee Cake
Have you visited us and tried Brick’s Sugar & Spice Coffee Cake? Now you can make it for a taste of Grand Colonial in your home. Not a baker? Book your next visit with us and we will whip some up for you! Ingredients: 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour 1 egg ¾ cup sugar 1
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