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Sake for Breakfast?

Posted on October 24, 2016 by admin

White plate trimmed in pale flowers topped with apple pancakes, powdered sugar, crispy bacon, strawberries and syrup

When Bluefins Sushi and Sake Bar opened its doors in downtown Chatham a few years ago, I branched out from my regular repertoire of wine with dinner and decided to diversify my palate to include Japanese rice wine; aka sake … Continue reading →

Claude and Dan – Behind the Scenes in the Kitchen and on the Grounds

Posted on September 3, 2014 by admin

Man and woman, Dan and Claude, smiling with their arms around each other

Claude Edwards, our assistant chef holds the title as the employee with the most tenure at the Captains House Inn with seventeen years under her belt. Her husband, Dan, who tends to our grounds and maintenance, doesn’t fall too far … Continue reading →

Soup’s On!

Posted on November 3, 2013 by admin

White saucer and bowl filled with orange soup and sprig of greenery

Many die-hard B&B goers claim that one of the top reasons they prefer bed and breakfasts over larger hotels is that they don’t feel they are being “nickel and dimed.” Consider the cost of all the amenities you receive at … Continue reading →

Coffee Talk

Posted on May 4, 2013 by admin

I guess I should preface this post by confessing that I am not a coffee drinker. Sure, I drink coffee. But I don’t drink coffee. For starters, I’m on decaf. Then, I doctor my decaf up with a rather indulgent … Continue reading →

The New Box Office Cafe in Chatham

Posted on January 10, 2013 by admin

Blue plate of BBQ ribs and homemade French fries

We were very excited to try a new Chatham restaurant last night. Well, it’s not exactly new. It’s the Box Office Café with a new concept. For several years, the BoxOffice Café has been Chatham’s go-to coffee/pizza/sandwich/WIFI joint. With mismatched cushioned … Continue reading →

How Do Innkeepers Come Up With New Ideas?

Posted on October 23, 2012 by admin

Every morning, I “work the dining room.” I meet, I greet, I chat, I answer questions, and I make sure every guest is enjoying his or her stay. In doing so, I am the sounding board for any complaints (though, … Continue reading →

And the Giveaways Continue…

Posted on October 4, 2012 by admin

Woman in white robe and towel on her head lying on a massage table holding a flower

We had an overwhelming response to our complimentary night for exhausted parents promotion. The submissions that landed in our inbox really touched us – not only were parents writing in for themselves, but children were nominating parents and even grandparents … Continue reading →

Tropical Strawberry Gazpacho Recipe

Posted on July 22, 2012 by admin

Glass dessert filled with strawberry gazpacho and kiwi slice

This morning at breakfast, we served a delicious alternative to our usual fresh fruit starter – a refreshing Tropical Strawberry Gazpacho which may well become a Captains House Inn signature recipe. Chef Kevin describes his creation as a “daiquiri minus … Continue reading →

Live Music on Cape Cod

Posted on July 7, 2012 by admin

It seems that no matter how long we live on Cape Cod, we are constantly making new discoveries. Now, when guests ask where they can enjoy live entertainment, my answer comes easy: Harvest Gallery Wine Bar in Dennis. Tucked away … Continue reading →

Fat Tuesday Recipes: English Pancakes and Gooey Super Sticky Buns

Posted on February 21, 2012 by admin

White plate trimmed in flowers topped with English pancakes

I know I’ve been on pancake overdrive lately, but seeing as today is Shrove Tuesday AKA Pancake Day, I would be remiss if I didn’t share with you our traditional English pancake recipe which was served this morning for breakfast … Continue reading →