Old Parkdale Inn
A Hood River Valley Bed and Breakfast
THE BLOG
By odysys_editor
Dutch Baby Pancakes, sometimes called German pancakes, Bismarks or Dutch Puffs. Dutch babies were introduced in the first half of the 1900s at Manca’s Cafe, a family-run restaurant that was located in Seattle, Washington. While these pancakes are derived from the German Pfannkuchen, it is said that the name Dutch baby was coined by one …
By Mary Pellegrini
Today is Pi Day. How about celebrating with an Apple Pie Cookies? We put a little spin on the classic apple pie and the results were amazing. For quicker, easier assembly I used refrigerated pie crusts Apple Pie Cookies from the Old Parkdale Inn 6 green apples 1 package refrigerated pie crust (2 crusts) 5 …
By Mary Pellegrini
Valentines Day is coming up in a few weeks and you guys and gals out there better get moving and plan that special day or evening with the one you love. A romantic dinner and maybe a stay at our lovely Old Parkdale Inn is the perfect choice! So, if you are so inclined, special …
By Mary Pellegrini
December is National Pear Month and here in Oregon we believe pears should be celebrated all year long. But we'll especially celebrate the bounty of pears in December when it is National Pear Month. The Pumpkin Panna Cotta with Caramelized Pears has become a favorite at the Old Parkdale Inn Bed and Breakfast's winter, breakfast … Continue reading "Pumpkin Panna Cotta with Caramelized Pears"
By Mary Pellegrini
Chocolate Crinkle Cookies have a rich and fudgy center with a crisp powdered sugar outer layer. Day 11 of the Oregon Bed and Breakfast Guild's 12 Days of Holiday Cookies. Ingredients 2 cups white sugar 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder ½ cup vegetable oil 4 large eggs 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 2 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder ½ teaspoon salt ½ cup confectioners' sugar Directions Mix sugar, cocoa, and oil together …
By Mary Pellegrini
Gingered Pear and Raspberry Pandowdy at the Old Parkdale Inn Bed and Breakfast, located in the Hood River Valley, the largest pear growing region in the nation. Many of our growers have cold storage units where we can pick up fresh pears almost all year round. This Gingered Pear and Raspberry Pandowdy has become a … Continue reading "Gingered Pear and Raspberry Pandowdy with Hood River Valley Pears"