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09/21/2020

Would you live in a home that had once been an old barn? For me...Yes, yes, yes! This has been my dream since I was 19 years old. Hopefully someday dreams come true. ❤
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10/21/2016

How cool is this to be able to fly into Appleton from Chicago in their own private 6 seat airplane? It was our pleasure to host your group at the Franklin Inn on Durkee Bed and Breakfast, Appleton, WI. Sorry that your team didn't get the win last night at Lambeau Field. Our Packer guests were a little happier than your group this morning at breakfast. However, you were good sports still! We hope to see you at your next Packer trip!

10/12/2016

This past weekend Franklin Inn on Durkee Bed and Breakfast, Appleton, WI had a full house for the New York Giant game. Breakfast was in two shifts to get everyone in the dining room. I snapped a photo at this serving time. The family in the foreground traveled from Germany for the game. They plan to return to us again next yr. They are devoted fans who even convinced their German friends to cheer "Go Pack, Go". The green and gold colored souvenirs traveled back in their suitcases for everyone to wear in Germany. Their souvenir caps had a green "G" on them. Makes sense to me...Green Bay/Germany!

10/07/2016

I hope that you all are enjoying those gorgeous "Fall Days!" A Franklin Inn on Durkee Bed and Breakfast, Appleton, WI guest just sent my a link to their local Pumpkin Fest. These decorated pumpkins are just over the top. If you want to really get in the fall mood, then check out this you tube link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6SAszm4jugs

Featured here are just a sampling of the many pumpkins carved and painted by local artists in this quaint small town in Maine. Photos were taken over the cou...

10/04/2016

This fall we had a great time hosting these 5 couples for a murder mystery event at the Franklin Inn on Durkee Bed and Breakfast, Appleton, WI. They checked in for an overnight stay in their street clothing. Quickly, they changed identities and clothing and became part of the Fame, Money, Murder event. Yes, they solved, "Who Dun It". Contact me at: [email protected] so I can help you plan your next event. We have 12 different themes to match any occasion.

09/28/2016

Appleton just had their annual College Ave street festival called Octoberfest. Franklin Inn on Durkee Bed and Breakfast, Appleton, WI enjoyed this group of 6 staying with here for 2 days. The women have known each other since high school. They enjoyed Appleton's License to Cruise, craft booths, shopping, food vendors, and street bands. Best of all was to see them laughing, chatting, relaxing and enjoying a glass of wine in the bed and breakfast's common area. We hope to see you again next year.

09/27/2016

This lovely couple's children bought them a gift certificate from our Franklin Inn on Durkee Bed and Breakfast, Appleton, WI so they could celebrate their 50th anniversary here. Their day began with tickets to the Packer/Detroit Lions game and ended by relaxing in the beautiful Petit Chateau Suite. Their breakfast was our signature Sausage and Spinach Four Cheese Quiche, Croissant a L'Orange, Rhubarb Tapioca, and Oh So Good Hot Fruit. Bonnie couldn't have selected a more perfect outfit for her stay. I just loved how her outfit matched the color scheme of the suite! I enjoyed them and was honored to be part of their celebration. May we all be blessed with 50 yrs. of marriage.

11/01/2015

My scone recipe is included in this 7 great scone recipes list.

“7 Great Scone Recipes that Will Make Your Mouth Water https://t.co/JkYU5XrUs5”

11/01/2015

I should add these on our menu for the Sea Breeze Suite.

The quintisential Chesapeake Bloody Mary. Oh Yeah. Thanks Justine.

03/12/2015

I just found this video of our Downtown Appleton Farm Market. Our guests go to this for local produce and many more items. I am so anxious for the outdoor market season to begin!

03/10/2015

Kale is a popular new veggie to add to your diet. How quick and healthy to use kale in a smoothie!

Ingredients: 3 ounces vanilla yogurt 1 Tbsp honey 1/2 cup blueberries 1/2 cup raspberries ½ of a cucumber, peeled and diced 1 cup kale 3/4 cup water, flax milk or almond milk Directions: Combine all ingredients in blender until smooth.

03/10/2015

Sounds easy and delicious for our guests.

Ingredients: 2 slices of prosciutto 1 egg 2 ounces shallots, diced 2 ounces fresh baby spinach 1 Roma tomato, diced 2 ounces shredded cheese Directions: Place prosciutto in a circle around the inside of a sprayed muffin cup. Sauté the shallots, baby spinach and tomato and then place in the cup. Add…