Sunday October 18

Good morning!



We hope you all can make it out to the Baldpate today for our last day of the 2009 season! It has been a wonderful year and wouldn't have been if it weren't for our guests. Thank you for creating an exceptional experience and memories to last a lifetime.

Today we will be serving our Beef Stew as well as the Pumpkin Curry. While we typically do not have cornbread when we have the Beef Stew, Lois decided today would be special so in our bread selection we will have the world famous treat! We will also have our Buttermilk Bran Muffins and a surprise muffin. Hope you can join us today! Reservations are always recommended! 970 586 6151

Because pictures are worth a thousand words, I hope you enjoy this photo montage of the 2009 Baldpate Inn experience!

We sure do hope you will join us next year for the 2010 season! We will open The Baldpate doors again Memorial Day weekend.

Winding Down for the Season

Good Morning!

Well, it’s hard to believe this will by my final blog for the 2009 season at the Baldpate Inn. The summer and fall have flown by and we are down to our final 2 days (today and tomorrow). It has certainly been an amazing experience to work here at the Baldpate Inn and spend a summer in the mountains. For someone like myself who is used to the flat land and cornfields of Ohio, the mountains have been a welcome break and have provided plenty of memories.

I want to thank all of our guests from this season for also providing plenty of memories. It was truly a joy to work in a place that is full of so many stories. I can’t even begin to count the incredible number of stories that our guests have about their personal history with the Baldpate Inn. The wonderful history of this building continues to grow with each of these stories and is what builds the character and tradition of the Baldpate Inn.

If you’re in town and want to satisfy your Baldpate Inn cravings once more before we close on Sunday, give us a call (970-586-5397) or make a reservation online (http://www.baldpateinn.com/dining.asp). Reservations, as always, are highly recommended as we expect to be busier than usual these last few days.

Soups of the Day: White Chili and Tomato Rice

Muffins of the Day: Poppy Seed and Golden Sunshine

Rumors in kitchen are making it sound like we’ll be having Beef Stew and Pumpkin Curry soups tomorrow.

Again, it has truly been a joy to interact with all of you this summer and we hope to see you back at the Baldpate Inn again in 2010.

Take care,

Eric Knapke

Last Open Weekend....

Good Morning!

It looks as though it's going to be a beautiful day here at The Baldpate Inn! Step outside and enjoy the cool mountain air while the sun sends down its golden rays-kissing everything in their path. Don't miss your chance to catch a glimpse of the elusive Stellars Jay-a couple of them have been raiding our bird feeder even more frequently since the hummingbirds decided to head to a warmer climate.

Today our lovely chefs are busily preparing Cowboy Buffalo Stew (I promise-no cowboys went missing during the making of this stew) as well as Corn Chowder for your dining pleasure! Our mouth-watering Baldpate Corn Bread or homemade Honey Wheat Bread would go perfectly with either soup. Our sweet muffins: Jenn's Nutty Zucchini (a staff favorite-thanks Jenn for insisting they be added to the menu) and Classic Blueberry are sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you wanting more! Remember to save room for a slice of homemade pie. You may even choose to have it heated up-ala mode. Just want pie?! No problem!

Finally-I was able to convince the chefs to let me in on the rumored soups for tomorrow: White Chili and Tomato Rice.

Keep in mind that this is the last weekend we are open for the 2009 season with our last seating at 2:00pm on Sunday October 18th, 2009. We'd love to have you join us anytime today for world food day between 11:30am and 7:00pm. Call us at 970-586-6151 or toll-free 866-577-5397 to make reservations or visit our website www.baldpateinn.com/dining.asp to make them online. The American History Savers are in the process of documenting each and every key in our collection; quite a task-considering we have the world's largest collection. Stop on in to discover the history.

Life's challenges are not supposed to paralyze you, they're supposed to help you discover who you are. ~Bernice Johnson Reagon

Have a wonderful day!

~Jessica~

Good Day Estes Park!

What a beautiful morning it is here at The Baldpate Inn! The season is coming to a quick end, but you still I have few days left to get in another visit or maybe your first visit.

Today we will be serving our Beef Stew and Cream of Mushroom soups. Today’s muffins are definite crowd pleasers, Lemon Ginger and Pumpkin Spice, two of my newfound favorites!

If you have a sweet tooth, head on up for some pie! Our pies are homemade daily by our innkeeper Lois. There are too many to just like one, I personally enjoy the Cherry and Scandinavian Apple.

Reservations are always recommended for lunch and dinner and can be made online (http://www.baldpateinn.com/dining.asp) or by phone (970-586-5397).

Have a wonderful day!

Sincerely,

Laura Franklin

Wednesday, October 14, 2009

Good Morning From The Baldpate Inn!

The days are dwindling down so, hurry up and get to The Baldpate Inn one last time before we close this Sunday.

Today we will be serving our Red Chili and Broccoli Cheese Soups. Our featured muffins are our All Bran and Peanut Butter.

For reservations call 970-586-5397 or visit our website at http://www.baldpateinn.com/dining.asp and reserve a table online.

Sincerely,
Scott Fossberg

Hurry On In....

Good Morning!

Don't let the clouds put a damper on your morning-the day is still full of opportunities. Relish in the beauty of nature today: Rocky Mountain National Park, one of the many lakes surrounding the area, the bugling elk, or maybe just step outside your front door and take a deep breath of the cool mountain air.

The featured soups our fine chefs are back in the kitchen busily preparing for the day are: Cowboy Buffalo Stew and Corn Chowder. For all of you who love our mouth-watering Baldpate Corn Bread-you're in luck as we will be serving it today along with our homemade Honey Wheat Bread. We are having two sweet muffins to tantalize your taste buds: Lily's Lemon Blueberry and Cranberry Nut. Don't forget to sample our specialty salads the staff prepared for your dining pleasure. If you're not too full after your meal-enjoy a scrumptious slice of homemade pie: cherry-rhubarb and chocolate are some of my favorites. Many of these recipes can be found in our 2008 Legacy Edition Collections cookbook.

Secrets are being kept in the kitchen; tomorrow's soups are still under wraps.

Keep in mind that this is our last week. Reservations are always recommended: call 970-586-6151 or toll-free 866-577-5397 or make them online at www.baldpateinn.com/dining.asp -we'd love to have you anytime today between 11:30am and 7:00pm. Visit our website www.baldpateinn.com/wedding.asp to find out more about having your wedding, elopement or other special event here.

When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves. ~Victor Frankl

Have a wonderful day!

~Jessica~

Monday, October 12

Good Morning!

Today marks the beginning of our final week at the Baldpate Inn for the 2009 season. We will be open throughout the week and then closing on Sunday, October 18th. Please note that we will have our normal fall hours this week (11:30 AM – 7:00 PM) but we will be closing early on Sunday at 2:00 PM. It’s hard to believe this season has flown by so quickly, but it has certainly been a wonderful 2009 season in Estes Park.

Reservations are always recommended for lunch and dinner and can be made online (http://www.baldpateinn.com/dining.asp) or by phone (970-586-5397).

Soups of the Day: White Chili and Tomato Rice

Muffins of the Day: Banana Butterscotch and Triple Cheese

Take care,

Eric Knapke

Soups & Muffins-For Only One More Week

Good Morning!

The sun is sending down its warmth on this blustery morning while a brisk wintry wind sends the powdery snow into a dancing frenzy off the trees and the icicles continue to cling to the edges of the roof. Make sure you bundle up before heading out on your adventures today! Yesterday I enjoyed the beauty around me by walking to Lily Lake.

Our wonderful chefs are preparing for you arrival today with Beef Stew and Broccoli Cheese (vegetarian as well as gluten free). Have a bowl or two of either soup to warm your soul and tantalize your taste buds. Make sure you try a petite Buttermilk Bran Muffin (one of my favorites) with the stew-as it makes a prefect pairing! We are also serving two additional muffins along with our homemade Honey Wheat Bread: Classic Blueberry and Golden Sunshine (to brighten your day)! Remember to save room for a slice of our wonderful homemade pie-you can even choose to have it heated up with ice cream!

Swing on by today anytime between 11:30am and 7:00pm-we'd love to have you! Give us a call at 970-586-6151 or toll-free 866-577-5397 to make a reservation. However-you can also make them online through our website: www.baldpateinn.com/dining.asp

Again today-the chefs would not let me in on the secret of the soups being served tomorrow....

Remember we only have one week left before we close our doors for the winter season. Be sure you make it in at least one last time before Sunday October 18th at 2:00pm. Reservations are always recommended.

Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement. Nothing can be done without hope and confidence. ~Helen Keller

Have a wonderful day!

~Jessica~

Saturday, October 10, 2009

Good Morning From The Baldpate Inn!

After receiving another couple of inches of snow last night it looks like a winter wonderland up here on Twin Sisters. If you looking for a little adventure trek on up to The Baldpate Inn for bowl of hot soup! We will be open today for our normal business hours.

Today we will be serving our hearty Red Chili and our savory Pumpkin Curry soups. Our specialty muffins today are All Bran and Tropical Paradise.

For reservations call 970-586-5397 or visit our website at http://www.baldpateinn.com/dining.asp and reserve a table online.

Sincerely,
Scott Fossberg

Snow-Snow-Snow

Good Morning!

The snow yesterday placed a thick-white blanket on our surroundings-hope everyone was able to stay warm while watching the tiny flakes swirl around. Make sure you take a moment to capture the beauty of the day today! Yesterday Emily and I went for a walk around Lily Lake-before heading back inside we made snow angels!

White Chili (after many odd looks and silly comments-it has become a permanent part menu) and Cream of Mushroom are the soups our lovely chefs are busily back in the kitchen preparing for your arrival today. Make sure you try a slice-or share one-of our mouth-watering Baldpate Corn Bread or our homemade Honey Wheat Bread. Our sweet muffins for the day are Jenn's Zucchini Nut and Blueberry. Remember to save room for a piece of our scrumptious homemade pie! Cherry-Rhubarb and Chocolate are some of my favorites.

Reservations are always recommend: call us at 970-586-6151 or toll-free 866-577-5397 or you can make them online through our website- www.baldpateinn.com/dining.asp -we'd love to see you anytime today between 11:30am and 7:00pm. Remember to bring by a key to add to our collection-we have the world's largest!

Planning a wedding-elopement or other special event?! Check out our website www.baldpateinn.com/wedding.asp for more information.

I was unsuccessful at bribing the chefs to let me in on the secrets of tomorrow's soups.

Do not dwell in the past, do not dream of the future, concentrate the mind on the present moment. ~Buddha

Have a wonderful day!

~Jessica~

Thursday, October 8, 2009

Good Morning From The Baldpate Inn!

It’s snowing up here this morning at The Baldpate. If you are joining us for a meal I suggest you bundle up! Today we are serving our Beef Stew and Broccoli Cheese soups both of which will warm you right up. Our muffins today are two of my favorites Oatmeal Blues and Trail Mix (YUMMY!).

For reservations call 970-586-5397 or visit our website at http://www.baldpateinn.com/dining.asp and reserve a table online.

Sincerely,
Scott Fossberg

Wednesday October 7th

Good morning!

Today we will be having our Red Chili and Cream of Mushroom soups! To make the perfect pairing, we will also be serving our Apple Raisin and Mandarin Orange muffins! As always we will have our World Famous Cornbread, Honey Wheat loaf, and selection of delicious homemade pies! Don't miss the chance to join us at the Baldpate as we will only be open a little longer! (Our last day is October 18th.)

The rumor about tomorrow is that we will be having our Beef Stew and Broccoli Cheese!

Call now for reservations and see you soon! (always recommended 970 586 6151)

Emily Coffman

Adjusted Dinner Hours This Evening

Good Morning!

The dusting of snow that fell last evening looks to melt rather quickly today as sunshine returns to Estes Park. The next few days will be decently warm with a high of 51 degrees today and tomorrow a high of 61 degrees, both days with plenty of that wonderful Colorado sunshine.

With our closing date set as October 18th, we are rapidly approaching the end of our 2009 season. If you were planning one more trip (or two…maybe even three) to the Baldpate Inn this season, this is just a reminder that we’re now open for less than two weeks.

Important note about dinner: Due to the Estes Park Wedding Association dinner in our restaurant this evening, our last seating for the general public will be at 4:00 PM this afternoon. We apologize in advance for any inconvenience this may cause.

Soups of the Day: Tomato Rice and Cowboy Buffalo Stew

Muffins of the Day: Lemon Ginger and Banana Butterscotch

As always, reservations are highly recommended and can be made over the phone (970-586-5397) or through our website (http://www.baldpateinn.com/dining.asp).

Take care,

Eric Knapke

Monday, October 5, 2009

Good Morning From The Baldpate Inn!

It’s the perfect time of year to come up to The Baldpate Inn and warm up with a bowl of hot soup and a slice of homemade pie.

Unfortunately we will be closed for a private party tomorrow evening starting at 4:30pm (EPWA people you know who it is for). If you have not RSVPed yet please do so by today.

On the menu for today we will be serving our White Chili and Corn Chowder soups. Our specialty muffins of the day are Cranberry Nut and Zucchini Dill (featured in Bon Appetit Magazine).

For reservations call 970-586-5397 or visit our website at http://www.baldpateinn.com/dining.asp and reserve a table online.

Sincerely,
Scott Fossberg

Soups & Muffins

Good Morning!

Hope you are able to enjoy a nice cup of coffee-hot chocolate or hot tea before heading out on this chilly morning. The sun is doing its best to warm everything up as it continuously climbs through a cloud-free blue sky. Elk Fest is taking place at Bond Park today-make sure you swing by to see what all the excitement is about.

Today our wonderful chefs are preparing a menu sure to entice your taste buds and leave you wanting more! Our soups for the day are: Cowboy Buffalo Stew (featured in our 2008 Legacy Edition Collections cookbook) and Pumpkin Curry. Be sure to try a slice of our homemade Honey Wheat Bread or our mouth-watering Baldpate Corn Bread! All Bran along with Lily's Lemon Blueberry are the muffins being featured on our one-of-a-kind buffet today!

Join us today before it's too late as we will be closing our doors for the season on October 18th with the last seating at 2:00pm. Make your reservations for anytime today between 11:30am and 7:00pm online through our website or by calling 970-586-6151 or toll-free 866-577-5397.

When we do the best we can, we never know what miracle is wrought in our life, or in the life of another. ~Helen Keller

Have a wonderful day!

~Jessica~

Good Morning!

Fall is in full swing at the Baldpate Inn. The strong winds we had over the past few days has blown away most of the beautiful aspen leaves, but sunshine returns today and it looks to be a gorgeous autumn afternoon in the Estes Valley.

Due to a wedding reception this afternoon, our restaurant will be seating tables from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM and then resume seating from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Reservations are always recommended and can be made by phone (970-586-5397) or through our website (http://www.baldpateinn.com/dining.asp).

Soups of the Day: Red Chili and Broccoli Cheese

Muffins of the Day: Oatmeal Blues and Pumpkin

Take care,

Eric Knapke

Friday, October 2nd

Good Morning From The Baldpate Inn!

We had a wonderful time up here celebrating the 1st of October. We want to thank The Spruce House for providing all our beautiful decorations. Stop by The Spruce House this weekend and pick up some of these spectacular pieces. This Saturday from 10:00am to 4:00pm artist Lynn Haney will be at The Spruce House showcasing his work.

Today and tomorrow there will be a slight change in our hours because we are hosting a rehearsal dinner and a wedding. Today our last table seating will be at 4:00pm and tomorrow we will be closed to the public from 12:30pm to 3:30pm. We apologize for any inconvenience this might cause.

Last but not least...
Today we will be serving our Beef Stew and Potato Leek soups. Our featured muffins of the day are Zucchini Nut and Onion Garlic.

For reservations call 970-586-5397 or visit our website at http://www.baldpateinn.com/dining.asp and reserve a table online.

Sincerely,
Scott Fossberg

Happy Halloween

Good Morning and Happy Halloween!

Come join the Baldpate Inn for an early celebration of Halloween today. Since we will be closed on the actual date of Halloween, we decided to celebrate a month early so stop by and enjoy our fall decorations and menu geared towards this holiday. Indulge yourself in several Baldpate mysteries during your visit including:

Is the Baldpate Inn really haunted?

What mystery is included in our Chocolate Mystery muffin?

Soups of the Day: Red Chili and Pumpkin Curry

Muffins of the Day: Chocolate Mystery and Poppy Seed

Even as we continue through the fall season, reservations are highly recommended. Not only have we been busy on the weekends, but throughout the week we have been quite busy as well. Give us a call at 970-586-5397 or visit our website (http://www.baldpateinn.com/dining.asp) for reservations.

Take care,

Eric Knapke