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Fun For Foodies in Catalonia, Spain.

  I am writing this post from Catalonia, Spain where we are winding down an amazing first week in our newest destination.  The weather has been 7 glorious days of sunny mid- 60’s to low 70’s.  After a long Maine winter it’s wonderful to see lush green fields in the valleys of the Pyrenees and […]

Maple Manhattan

Springtime in Maine means warmer days, tulips –  and maple syrup!  This cocktail has just a hint of maple sweetness and is a perfect addition to our specialty cocktail list.  Follow the recipe below and enjoy one at home! Ingredients: 2 oz Makers Mark bourbon1/2 oz dry vermouth1 tbsp. pure maple syrup2 dashes of bitterscherries Add […]

Midweek Spring Special

Stay one night, Sunday through Thursday in the room/suite of your choice and receive a $50 dinner credit to be used in our dining room!  Stay two nights, receive a $100 credit!  This discount can be applied to either our five course menu or off a la carte menu items.  View our current dinner menus here. Springtime is beautiful in Camden.  […]

Now Serving Maine Made Gin and Vodka

We have some new additions at the bar! Maine Distilleries Cold River vodka & gin, Twenty 2 Vodka and Back River Gin – all made right here in Maine!  Everything tastes better when it is Maine made!

$168 Overnight Getaway with Dinner – 30 Days Left!

Only 30 days remain on this HOT DEAL!  Enjoy a discount on a mid-week winter getaway!  Our $168 Winter Getaway Special includes one night of lodging, our five course Chef’s Tasting dinner menu and a sumptuous full breakfast in the morning.  Stay in our best available suite and also enjoy complimentary chocolates and bubbly on […]

Roasted Tomato Soup with Chopped Basil

by Chef Michael Salmon of the Hartstone Innserves 8 6 plum tomatoes 2 Tablespoons + 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter 1/2 cup finely chopped yellow onion 2 carrots, peeled, finely chopped 1 stalk celery, finely chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 bay leaf 1/2 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper […]

Cooking Classes at Cellardoor Winery

At the Hartstone Inn we consider the pairing of fine food and the wine that compliments it, a way of life!  A popular activity recommendation for our guests is touring and tasting at the Cellardoor Winery in Lincolnville.  Not only is it worth a visit to sample the wine and see the beautiful vineyard, but […]

Pistachio and Chocolate Ganache Tart Recipe

Chocolate lovers beware! Starting with a pistachio brownie crust and followed by a layer of rich chocolate ganache, chocolate ice cream and finally chocolate sauce, any chocoholic would be impressed. To hasten the process, a good-quality boxed fudge-brownie mix can be used with the addition of pistachios. Pistachio and Chocolate Ganache Tart Michael Salmon, Hartstone […]

Maine Restaurant Week March 1-10, 2014

Restaurant Week  is a celebration of the culinary talents of area restaurants. During restaurant week, restaurants offer specially priced three-course meals. Chefs work hard year round to take care of their customers. During restaurant weeks, they go above and beyond. The first restaurant week concept originated in New York City in the early nineties and […]

Camden Winterfest Week

Winterfest is Camden’s annual celebration of winter and community. A week full of fun activities in Camden’s Harbor Park includes ice sculptures, sledding, and rail jam expositions. The Camden Public Library is also the site for live music, arts and crafts, and food sampling from local restaurants. Plus legendary snow sculptors will be creating huge […]