Live Free or Die

In September 2009, we visited State # 29 on our Alphabetical Tour of the U.S. - New Hampshire.

And unfortunately, these folks...Live (flavor) Free or Die.

I would like to share two things with you regarding Bed and Breakfast inns. First, in our experience, inns that are built to accommodate guests are usually more comfortable than old homes that are converted to inns. The Inn at Thorn Hill is a fine example of this.  Originally an old home converted to an inn, it was destroyed by fire and rebuilt as a wonderful, comfortable inn. 

http://www.innatthornhill.com/

And secondly, inns that are "full board," meaning meals are included, are not the best idea when they are located near cities or towns. You see, at The Inn at Thorn Hill, you will eat food served from the same kitchen and the same chef morning and night. Our only chance to experience other local cuisine was lunch.  And food in national and state parks is a whole other sad story.

Each morning our breakfast was served by Harry, Ron and Hermione!

Actually, several members of the staff were interns from the London School of Hospitality.

They were all extremely lovely while bringing us "bangers & mash" from the kitchen. http://www.ceebd.co.uk/ceeed/un/uk/uktv0027.htm

I have a friend who says, "As a cook, my wife is a very good Mother!"  I will borrow that line for this state.  As a dining destination, New Hampshire has a spectacular view!

In our civiLIZation, New Hampshire rates...

2 slaps of table = Adequate!

Enough to avoid a messy kitchen.

(I do NOT cook while on vacation.)