You'll think you woke up in heaven...
Do you need another reason to drop everything, get in your car, and drive to our Duluth bed and breakfast? Just imagine tucking into these after a great night’s sleep.
We serve these tasty tidbits with coffee blended just for us by local coffee roaster Alakef.
See you soon!
Being Green is important to us. Living where we do, on the shores of majestic Lake Superior, the impact of everyday decisions is clear to us. We don’t use chemical herbicides or pesticides that would run off our grounds into the water of the lake. The same goes for our cleaning products in the home – we want to be clean, but we strive to use products that are not harmful to our surroundings.
We walk and bike whenever we can, since it makes us feel better and it helps our air quality. Fortunately for us, we reside in an area where amenities are close at hand. We are happy to share favorite routes with guests of our Duluth lodging, though we certainly don’t begrudge anyone who prefers to drive.
Since our business is also our home, we feel that it is essential to incorporate green practices into our Duluth b&b as much as possible. We support other local businesses whenever possible; Minnesota may not have the longest growing season of the year, but if we can find fresh, preferably organic, locally grown food, we buy it. Then we prepare it ourselves, to ensure that when you stay at our Minnesota bed and breakfast, you are eating delicious, whole foods.
Our commitment to this issue is evidenced by the photo above: worms. Yes, we allow worms at the inn. They happily munch their way through (literally) our fruit and vegetable scraps, creating healthy compost as they go.
We know we aren’t alone out there – many, many of you travel green whenever you can. We hope you’ll stop by Duluth.
We had a great 2009. We survived renovations to our Duluth Inn, and came out the better for it. We enjoyed visiting with returning guests, and meeting new ones. We came up with new recipes, but didn’t forget old favorites.
The time has come to bid farewell to 2009, and we can’t let it go without saying thanks to all of you who supported Solglimt over the past twelve months.
Your Innkeepers, Brian and Mary
Happy New Year!
Our city really throws itself into the holidays, and so do we at our Lake Superior inn. We spend three days decorating the inn for the Christmas season, with two trees and strings of lights. It is hard not to feel all Christmassy when you arrive at the inn between Thanksgiving and New Years, and we like it that way.
Get into the holiday mood at our Lake Superior B&B.
This is the perfect place to stay when you come to Duluth to indulge in a little holiday shopping. It is our goal to help our guests leave holiday stress at the door of our Duluth bed and breakfast. Find a cozy chair next to a fireplace, curl up, and finish that knitting project in time for Christmas. Brace yourself for a day of shopping with a hearty breakfast prepared specially for you. Calm your nerves with a cup of tea after you return to the inn, parcels in hand. We are close to the downtown shops, making shopping excursions from the inn easy and convenient. (more…)
Well, there is a chance of snow in the forecast, so those of you planning to escape for the weekend to our Lake Superior bed and breakfast should come prepared with warm clothing. Not to worry – the inn is cozy and warm, and views of the lake are fabulous no matter what the temperature.
When you feel a little nostalgic for summer, think about this strawberry soup. Remember the time you ate it at our Duluth inn. Dream about eating it again. It will make you feel good.
Dive into this!
One of the recipes most frequently requested by guests of our Duluth bed and breakfast is the one for our Lemon Cream and Apricot Scones. Here it is. May they fill your home with the fragrance of good memories at the inn.
Lemon Cream & Apricot Scones
2 cups all purpose flour
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup chopped dried apricots
1 tablespoon, plus 1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1 1/4 cups whipping cream
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Preheat oven to 425°F. Mix 2 cups flour, 1/4 cup sugar, 1 tablespoon baking powder and 1/2 teaspoon salt in large bowl. Stir in apricots and 1 tablespoon lemon peel. Add whipping cream and stir just until dough forms. Turn dough out onto lightly floured surface. Knead gently just until dough holds together. Form dough into 10 inch diameter, 1/2 inch thick round. Cut into 8 wedges. Transfer wedges to large baking sheet, spacing evenly (on parchment paper works nice). Combine remaining 2 tablespoons sugar and 1 teaspoon lemon peel in small bowl. Brush scones with melted butter. Sprinkle with sugar mixture. l Bake scones until light golden brown, about 15 minutes. Transfer to rack and cool slightly.
To make a appetizer size, one batch will make 40 – two bite scones. Bake for 12 minutes.
May each bite remind you of wonderful getaways at our Lake Superior lodging. Enjoy!
Dine in private by Lake Superior
Before the decks are covered with winter snows, let’s take a moment to reflect on a glorious moment here at our Duluth inn. Look at this picture, taken here during warm weather. What if you could enjoy your morning coffee here? What if you could sit back and bask in the sun, listening to the gentle lapping of waves on the shore, just a stone’s throw away from where you sit? What if you could share this moment with your good spouse, your good friend, your grown child?
You can, here at our Lake Superior bed and breakfast. We are just minutes from the heart of Duluth, and walking distance to many great shops and restaurants, yet when we sit here drinking locally roasted coffee, we feel that nothing exists except the sky, the lake, and the beach that calls to us. We hope you’ll come experience this sensation for yourself.
Our waterfall
We are just thrilled to let you all know that, for the second time, Solglimt gardens has won the Masters Commercial division for the Gardens on Display flower contest, sponsored by the Duluth Garden Flower Society. This is a true honor. We spend a lot of time in our garden, planning, planting, weeding and dreaming. Brian has spent a decent amount of his life in the garden creating waterfalls, retaining walls, paths,…. It is hard work, to be sure, but it is also a labor of love. To sit and enjoy a cup of coffee as the sun rises over the gardens, to share drinks and conversation on the porch overlooking the gardens, these are the simple pleasures that make each day as innkeepers at our Duluth bed and breakfast so special to us.
Winters can be long in Minnesota – one reason we spend so much time outside during the warmer months. The gardens at our Duluth bed and breakfast wouldn’t be so pleasant without our guests, so come by and sit with us for a spell.
Lots of people live for the weekend during the summer. They plan hikes, bike rides and barbecues with friends, and that’s great. After all, what’s not to like about long days and warm nights? But long days and warm nights happen every day of the week, not just during the weekend.
The truth is, summer evenings invite romance, whether it’s Monday or Saturday. They call to us to take a long walk on the beach and share a picnic while watching the sun set. They encourage us to take a paddle with our sweetie. They make us want to stay up late, gaze at the stars, and talk quietly with one another.
With that spirit of summer romance in mind, we are offering a free Romance Package to guests who stay at our Duluth bed and breakfast for three nights during the week, between Sunday and Thursday. We’ll provide a bottle of wine or champagne, fresh flowers and tasty chocolates to help set the mood. So take a few days off of work during the week, extend your weekend, and enjoy the romance of summer at our Duluth Inn.
Have a glass of wine at Bellisio's
Sometimes, the perfect trip is a spontaneous night or two away from the routine during the week. There are often midweek specials at our Duluth B&B, making such an escape all the more appealing. Restaurants are often less crowded during the week, bike and foot trails have fewer people on them, and it is easier to find a boat or bike to rent. In short, there are too many advantages to not consider having a weekend getaway at a Canal Park Inn during the week.
The Lakewalk is a scenic paved boardwalk that passes close to our Canal Park Inn. It is a great place to stretch your legs with a walk or a run, or to ride a bike without having to worry about cars. Along the way, there are many good spots to stop, rest, and take in the majestic sight of Lake Superior – where there is usually interesting shipping traffic, and waterfowl abound. Be sure to start your day with a filling, nutritious breakfast at our Duluth MN bed and breakfast before heading out for a day of exercise.
Some people like nothing better than an elegant dinner after a day of fresh air. If this is you, perhaps you’ll want to dine at Bellisio’s Italian Restaurant. Restore yourself with pasta, meat, or salad, and be assured that your server will help you select the perfect wine to accompany your meal. With over 125 wines by the glass, a wine cellar housing over 4,000 bottles, and an incredibly knowledgeable staff, we feel certain that you will be delighted.
Other folks think beer is the only drink to follow a day of physical activity out-of-doors. For you, we recommend Fitger’s Brewhouse, Brewery and Grille, located close to our Duluth Minnesota bed and breakfast. With seasonally appropriate brews on tap and live music most days of the week, it is a great place to relax and be restored.
After a night or two away during the week, you’ll head home ready to work and tackle projects. We look forward to seeing you.
