Saturday Farmers Market Inside in Ypsilanti November and December

The Ypsilanti Winter Farmers’ Market 
503 Oak Street
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
Latitude;  42.2481665
Longitude; -83.6027247
website:  www.growinghope.net


The Ypsilanti Farmers Market  has moved inside at the Adams STEM Academy for November and December.  You can find all kinds of produce, apples,  baked goods, decorations and lots of locally made salsas, jams, breads, spices,  chocolates, soap and more.  I always enjoy just looking at all the beautifully displayed potatoes, turnips, carrots, onion, garlic and greens.  The people who actually grow these crops are there and can answer your questions or just engage in lively conversation.  It seems I run into people I know who are also shopping for locally grown and made food.  We foodies are drawn to fresh food it seems. 

The hours are 10AM - 2PM every Saturday. The address is 503 Oak Street, Ypsilanti, Michigan,  next to Prospect Park.  There is parking available next to the building or on the street. 

November events in the Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti area

Fall color on the river from the backyard.

This is the view of the Huron River from the backyard of the Parish House Inn this week.  It takes a while before the leaves change color in the along the river so I look forward to seeing them each year.  This  November there are 2 more  University of Michigan home football games; 11-9  is Nebraska and 11-30 is Ohio State.  I have no rooms open for 11-9, but I do have several available for Thanksgiving as well as the Ohio State game.  Just go to the website, www.parishhouseinn.com to check availability and book your room on line. 
Of course there are many other interesting, fun and educational things to do in our area this time of year.  Kerrytown market and Shops in Ann Arbor  has lots of events planned this month.  Go to www.kerrytown.com for  all the information.  Here in Ypsilanti,  the shops on Michigan Ave will be all decked out with Holiday wares.  Of course, the Automobile Museum, Firehouse Museum, and Depot Town will be ready for you as well.  So make your plans to visit family and friends, got to a football game, shop, and dine.  I look forward to seeing old friends and making new ones....


Chris Mason
innkeeper

New Fence around patio

You will notice a change in the patio area on your next visit to the Parish House Inn.  The roses have been growing on the old structure for 15 years and have done well.  The structure, however, has suffered from exposure to the elements.  So it became necessary to replace it this Fall.  The roses were cut down, new posts, lattice and entrance frame replaced.  In the Spring, the roses will return better than ever and will cover this new frame with pink, white, yellow and  red blossoms. 

So this will be a beautiful area come next May/June.  It's not too early to plan a visit and book your room. 

Chris Mason
Innkeeper

October is for Pumpkins and Mums at the Parish House Inn

An October welcome; Pumpkins and Mums

Very large Mums at the parish House Inn

It is October at the Parish House Inn  and that means it's time for all things pumpkins, apples, cranberries, pears and nuts. of course there has to the king of Fall flowers, chrysanthemums! This year I found the biggest mum I have ever seen and put them at the back entrance along.  They really make a statement. The weather has been lovely as well, so we have been able to enjoy sitting on the patio in the afternoons.  The trees are showing a lot of color now which makes driving around town a feast for the eyes.  Now is the time to plan a  getaway to our area where the color is vibrant and the Farmer's Markets are overflowing with produce. There are many things to do as well...from college sports events to just hiking or biking along the Huron River. Book your room right on line from our website...I look forward to seeing you.

Chris Mason
Innkeeper
Parish House Inn

Banana Waffles served at the Parish House Inn bed and breakfast

Banana Waffles with pecans on a pink plate

This is a recipe that is dairy free (just 2 tablespoons of butter)and a delicious way to use up those very ripe bananas. Top them with pecans, additional sliced bananas  or other fresh berries, add bacon or sausage and you have breakfast!  Enjoy.
Chris mason, innkeeper

BANANA WAFFLES WITH PECANS

1 cup all purpose flour

1 cups yellow cornmeal

3 tablespoons sugar

2 tablespoons baking powder

1/2 teaspoon salt

3 ripe bananas

1 cup water

3 large eggs

2 tablespoons butter (or margarine) melted and cooled

pecans (whole or chopped)

vegetable oil or pan spray

waffle iron

In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder and salt.

Quarter bananas and in a blender puree with the water. Add the eggs and melted butter and blend briefly.  Add to the dry ingredients and whisk until blended.  Let rest for 5 minutes.

Heat a waffle iron until hot and  brush lightly with vegetable or  pan spray.

Pour batter onto the iron and cook according to the manufacturers directions. Remove from the waffle iron  and top them with pecans to serve. You can keep them warm in a 200o oven on a baking sheet, uncovered.

 

Thursday, Sept 12 last Cruise Night in Ypsilanti's Depot Town

Depot Town Cruise Night

Geraniums on  the Parish House Inn Patio

Thursday September 12 is the last Cruise Night in Depot Town of this year.  The fun begins at 5 PM when Cross Street is closed and the vintage automobiles and motor cycles are on display.  The DJ plays all the music from the past and  the Hula Hoop contest beckons. Make an evening of it and  enjoy one of  the Sidetrack's famous burgers  or Aubree's  gourmet pizza's.  Book a room at the Parish House Inn bed and breakfast, just a 10 minute walk through Riverside Park, and make this end of season experience in Ypsilanti's Historic depot Town a night to remember.

QVC Visit Haab's Restaurant in Ypsilanti, Michigan

 We are so happy to see  Haab's restaurant  getting national recognition The show will be produced live on August 25, 2013 from Riverside park. The Parish House Inn is only 2 blocks away from all the excitement, so you might want to book a room and just walk to see the show.  I hope to see you there.

Chris Mason
Innkeeper
Parish House Inn