Julia Child at the Miami Book Fair, 1989.
When looking for things to do in NH, these prestigious culinarians decided to drop in for some NH dining at this northern New England resort.
Julia Child – Did you know she was an intelligence operative for the American OSS during World War II? But it was a post-war experience in France that led her to fame. She called her first meal in Rouen “an opening up of the soul and spirit,” and went on to spread the French culinary culture worldwide. Read More
Culinary staff at this New England resort recently reached out to a New Hampshire trout farm to continue attempts at localizing their purchasing processes.
Marc Moran over at Hopewell Farms in Newbury says his business was proud to make its first delivery of live trout to the resort on June 1.
The Balsams staff used the opportunity to train culinary apprentices on the handling and processing of live fish.
The Balsams’ former Executive Pastry Chef will reunite with old friends at this New Hampshire vacation spot on Valentine’s weekend, and guests can be part of the fun. Chef Stephen James will be hosting a chocolate making demonstration at 2:00 p.m. on February 13 for those who want to learn some secrets for making good Valentine candies. Read More
Although the guests are gone, all is not quiet at The Balsams. While this New Hampshire hotel is closed for nearly two months, the staff is busy sprucing up and preparing for the coming winter season.
Outside, the maintenance crew is shuttering the warm-weather amenities, such as the pool, golf course, and clubhouse, in order to keep them in top condition for next year. And as one door closes, another opens—the warming hut for cross-country skiers is being cleaned up and getting a fresh coat of paint! Read More
Dining out in New Hampshire – even fine dining with the kids – should be a pleasure, not a chore. Nowadays though, in this fast-food era, it’s easy to be intimidated by the gleaming array of silver and china set out in all their splendor in the dining room of this spectacular NH resort.
But, have no fear! You too, can have Emily Post-like confidence when you understand that each fork, knife and spoon is placed on the table ahead of time for simplicity and that they’re intended to actually help you relax and make your experience all the more enjoyable. Here’s the low down on all the high fallutin’ fixin’s you’ll see at your table. Read More
The Balsams is a NH vacation spot where history and nature converge; a place where many natural treasures can be discovered. Part of what makes The Balsams what it is today is the sense of escape from the electronic distractions of everyday life.
Logging onto your PC, for example, to read an email from the boss, or turning on the television to watch “Dancing with the Stars” are uncommon activities at this NH vacation spot.
While this type of unplugged vacation is refreshing for many, it can be challenging for others. To help those video game, electronic gadget and TV-addicted travelers, below is a “how to” guide for getting the most out of an unplugged NH vacation.
If you’re planning a visit to northern New Hampshire, I must warn you to stay away from these NH attractions if fun is not on the itinerary. For those of you who do happen to spend the day partaking in any of these outdoor activities, working up an appetite, The Balsams is the ideal NH resort for gourmet dining.
The Balsams recently acquired a new Head Chef, Josh Berry. A graduate of the Resort’s Culinary Apprenticeship Program, he trained from 1994-1998. We caught up with Josh after a few days on the job and here’s what he had to say:
Q: What were your impressions of the apprentice program when you first started? Read More
To the outsider, New Hampshire (NH) can be a bewildering mix of rustic and sophisticated. These recommendations will aim you toward the sophisticated spots when it comes to northern NH gourmet food, along with one or two NH restaurants your kids will love. Read More
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