| Mrs. B's 'Events and Kudos' Historic Lanesboro Inn and around the town! |
| From the editor of Life Magazine The article was about Lanesboro and 'special/well known' places and appeared on news stands in the Star Tribune (Minneapolis) and the Pioneer Press (St Paul), as well as all over the country on July 14th. Mrs. B's Historic Lanesboro Inn as one of 'the' places. The article suggested, "Stay at Mrs. B's Inn while in Lanesboro" After a year of much work in this wonderful Inn, what a lovely surprise and great honor. Many thanks to the people of Lanesboro who have welcomed us so warmly and supported us in our efforts here. |
| Mrs. B's Historic Lanesboro Inn, Terry & Ginger... ...were pleased to have the opportunity to host a part of this wonderful gourmet experience here in our dining room. John Michael, author of 'John Michael Lerma's Garden County' Where Everyone Is Welcome To Sit At The Table' intrigued all in attendance with his skills in the kitchen and his genuine warmth. ~ The Evenings Menu Included ~ ~Champagne w/Frozen Fruit and Berries~ ~Whiskey-Soaked Salmon~ ~Pesto Cheese Ball with Sun-DriedTomatoes~ ~Crispy thin Homemade Crackers~ ~Strawberry-Onion Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing~ ~Garden-Fresh Pesto Pizza~ ~Apple Cake with w/Warm Caramel Sauce~ Red and White Wines, Coffee, Tea |
On May 13th, Cornucopia Art Center’s Board of Directors invited a group to attend 'The Art of Cuisine', with guest chef John Michael Lerma The evening began with a cocktail cabaret and artist demonstration at Cornucopia Art Center, and continued with a chef’s interactive demonstration and gourmet 4-course dinner at ~ Mrs. B's Historic Lanesboro Inn ~. Dessert and lively conversation in the galleries concluded an intimate and invigorating evening of art, wine, and cuisine. |
| To order a personal copy of John Michael's cookbook, you may go directly to his website http://gardencounty.info/index.html |
| Our Garden ~Water Music ~ |
| Enjoy our peaceful garden (a work in progress) while visiting Mrs. B's Inn. A Japanese water bowl with flowing water adds tranquility to the seating area at the top of the small Zen garden, while below is the music of the river. |
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September 2007 Issue of Midwest Living 'Best Of The Midwest" GETAWAY TOWNS The best small-town escapes include all the ingredients for perfect weekends: pretty settings, memorable lodgings and restaurants, plus plenty to see and do. Here's a sampling of our favorites. We bet you will love them, too. Lanesboro, Minnesota As you descend through the deep valley into Lanesboro, which hugs the banks of southeastern Minnesota's Root River (40 miles southeast of Rochester), you'll be enchanted by the scene. Church steeples that rise above the river, and restored 19th century storefronts line the broad main street. Until a paved 60-mile state trail~popular with bicyclists~replaced the old rail line, this community of nearly 800 was a forgotten farm town. Today, the National Register of Historic Places lists the entire business district. Visitors can stay at bed and breakfasts, many in the grand old homes of the Norwegian, Irish and German immigrants who settled Lanesboro. STAY: An 1872 limestone structure along the main street houses Mrs. B's Historic Inn. From $119 (800) 657-4710 www.mrsbsinn.com |
| From Explore Minnesota..My Favorite Minnesota 3/28/07 http://www.exploreminnesota.com/myfavoriteminnesota/index.aspx?reflistid=423 Stephanie's 12 Minnesota Getaways for the Romantically Challenged "You can't catch Leno or Letterman. Taking cues from the Amish Farms nearby, there are no phones or TVs in the rooms. Surprisingly people don't seem to miss them. Innkeepers, Terry and Ginger Neumann, preserve a Victorian motif while adding only a few modern amenities like A/C. Built in 1872 on the Root River Trail, guests say it is a great place to relax or rekindle a relationship. A bonus it's located right in downtown Lanesboro and everything is within walking distance. |