I’m mad about fresh flowers. Nothing screams “spring” like a colorful bouquet, and frankly, if money were no object, I would have a floral designer fill every room in the Whistling Swan Inn with fresh flowers twice a week. But … Continue reading →

Since buying the Whistling Swan Inn in Stanhope, NJ, I’ve made some new friends, albeit some of them only over the telephone. My friend, Christine, manages the family-owned Spring Valley Equestrian Center, which is located in Newton, NJ, a mere … Continue reading →

At the Whistling Swan Inn, our guests’ feedback shapes the way we do business. A comfortable guest experience is #1 on our priority list. The breakfast can be scrumptious, the linens exquisite and the room immaculate, but if the guest … Continue reading →

I’m a sucker for romance. Since taking over the Whistling Swan Inn this past November, I’ve congratulated five young women who came down to breakfast sporting diamond engagement rings. The moment they walked into the dining room, their excitement was … Continue reading →

I’ve always been a foodie, but ironically enough, my interest in food extended only to eating it, rather than cooking it. So when we decided to buy the Whistling Swan Inn, my son, Matthew, had a lot of sage advice … Continue reading →

Well, dear readers, February marks the three-month milestone of our new adventure, owning the Whistling Swan Inn. Between making sure our breakfasts are delectable, our rooms pristine and our guests comfortable, we’re slowly getting to know the area we now … Continue reading →

I came across this recipe when I was looking for new dishes to make for breakfast. The cakes taste like apple crisps, but are the size of mini muffins. At first they take a while to make, but once you … Continue reading →