Banoo, my husband's cousin is visiting me so I decided to give her a tour of the area. I took her to Boothbay Harbor, Rockland and Camden yesterday. We went to Miranda's Cafe, a lovely little cate in Rockland. The ingredients were quite fresh and the atmosphere was very casual and friendly. Then we drove up to Camden walked around in town back to the inn. It was good to see that in one day when the weather is good guests can explore the Maine coast from Bath to Camden without getting tired.
Today, we went to Brunswick Farmers Market got some beets, rutabaga, onions. We came to the inn, I made some a heavenly salad, zucchini, carrots, blueberries, onions, mixed greens, apple with roasted seeds (sesame, flax seek, sunflower), olive oil, zatar, pickled cherry tomatoes, vinegar from the pickles, 1/2 fresh lemon, black pepper.... it was heavenly. I also made black tea with cardamom which was really refreshing specially the aroma of cardamom.
We went to Reidstate Park, enjoyed hiking the rocks, the water was indigo blue, gorgeous then went to Popham Beach watched the sunset. I thought guests can easily spend over a week staying ... enjoy sightseeing for couple of days, enjoy relaxing at the inn, reading and walking town for couple of days, enjoy the spa treatments for couple of days and have yoga/meditation every day. What a life this is... wonderful.
Saturday, April 25, 2009
Sunday, April 19, 2009
Kismet's Latest spa Services
Kismet Inn Bed and Breakfast Spa has added Rejuvenating Face-lift Massage, Reflexology, Reflexotherapy and Shiatsu. The services are offered to both stay over guests or local guests. Please check for our
'Feet and Tea'
'Shiatsu and Tea'
service... both to be announced very soon. The tea menu will be quite different from anything you have seen.
'Feet and Tea'
'Shiatsu and Tea'
service... both to be announced very soon. The tea menu will be quite different from anything you have seen.
Saturday, April 18, 2009
Kismet's Latest
It has been a long while since Kismet's last posting - March 15, 2007. Hopefully, from now on I will try to post more regularly.
Much has happened since then. The Kismet inn Bed and Breakfast has been growing steadily with excellent reviews.
It is ranked as number 1 of 8 bed and breakfasts in Bath, midcoast Maine area. To read the reviews posted by guests please click on the link http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g40505-d630973-Reviews-Kismet_Inn-Bath_Maine.html
Sarah Schweitzer from Boston Globe wrote a great article about the hospitality, food, body exfoliation and the decor of the inn. She titled it 'InnKeeper grants guests a happy fate in Bath, Maine. Here is the link to the article http://www.boston.com/travel/articles/2007/07/29/innkeeper_grants_guests_a_happy_fate_in_bath_maine/?p1=email_to_a_friend
There have been other reviews you can always go to http://kismetinnmaine.com/index.htm then click on Reviews and Events page to see the other reviews.
Famous foodies such as Dana Cowin the chief editor of 'Food and Wine' magazine stayed an entire week at the Kismet Inn Bed and Breakfast with her family in August 2008. Here is what Dana wrote in the guest book. "What a wonderful stay we had -- as you know, we didn't want to leave. Sylvie loved watching the sunset from the secret sleeping room. She loved the garden sequestered by laundry. She loved the ample breakfast. Barclay and I second her on all that. We were particularly delighted to try new breakfast combinations and flavors. And we were thrilled to find at least one new food that William would eat - lavash! Your food sensibility is so magnificent- I can't wait to go back and inspire my team the way you've inspired me."
xx Dana Cowin ... Chief Editor 'Food & Wine' magazine
I must admit I was really nervous when I realized who she was and the fact that she would stay an entire week at the inn. I immediately thought about the challenge I had to face, the different kinds of breakfasts I had to prepare for 7 mornings and the one night dinner they would be having at the inn. It all went very successfully thanks both to Dana being a wonderful soul as well as my creative side working. Dana is a very kind and down to earth person, she doesn't make you nervous nor does she approach you snobbishly, she is also very candid regarding one's cooking. I really enjoyed hosting her and her family.
Kismet Inn bed and breakfast had another famous foodie for guests. Gary and Meg Hirshberg, the owners of Stoneyfield yogurt. I didn't know who they were either till they informed me of who they are. They stayed at the inn for 3 nights which was exciting. They are both very nice people and down to earth people. Gary told me how he started his company with very little money, delivering yogurt door to door with his car. Now his yogurt is seen and eaten everywhere. Well done, Gary.
Kismet Inn Bed and Breakfast he;d its first wedding quite successfully serving chicken, lamb, pasta and the inn's signature Jewel Rice. The food was exceptionally good, the lamb which the mother of the bride was hesitant in serving lamb to her guest but there was not even a bite left. Both the ceremony and the reception were held at the inn.
The season of 2009 is beginning. I am really happy that spring is here specially since a small pipe burst but did massive damage to the building. I was able to accept my first guest last weekend of March, Jennifer Melton Pinard, who was an absolute delight to have. Jennifer, came on Wednesday, March 26th around 6, left Saturday, March 21st around 5 during her stay she did not step outside even once. She had 3 yoga/meditation sessions, 2 massages, 1 body exfoliation, 1 reiki and ate her three dinners and 3 lunches at the inn. She left very relaxed. During her stay we also sat up knitting and chatting by the fire. So if you are a knitter or want to learn to knit, give me a call. I will help you to learn how to knit during your stay at the inn.
The sun has started shinning in Maine, the weather is beginning to warm up, the garden is cleared, seeds are sowed, windows are getting washed, the sheets are being hung out to dry, new massages and yoga are being added to the Kismet Inn Bed and Breakfast spa services. So please come to stay with us and let us take care of you in really extraordinary way.
Much has happened since then. The Kismet inn Bed and Breakfast has been growing steadily with excellent reviews.
It is ranked as number 1 of 8 bed and breakfasts in Bath, midcoast Maine area. To read the reviews posted by guests please click on the link http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g40505-d630973-Reviews-Kismet_Inn-Bath_Maine.html
Sarah Schweitzer from Boston Globe wrote a great article about the hospitality, food, body exfoliation and the decor of the inn. She titled it 'InnKeeper grants guests a happy fate in Bath, Maine. Here is the link to the article http://www.boston.com/travel/articles/2007/07/29/innkeeper_grants_guests_a_happy_fate_in_bath_maine/?p1=email_to_a_friend
There have been other reviews you can always go to http://kismetinnmaine.com/index.htm then click on Reviews and Events page to see the other reviews.
Famous foodies such as Dana Cowin the chief editor of 'Food and Wine' magazine stayed an entire week at the Kismet Inn Bed and Breakfast with her family in August 2008. Here is what Dana wrote in the guest book. "What a wonderful stay we had -- as you know, we didn't want to leave. Sylvie loved watching the sunset from the secret sleeping room. She loved the garden sequestered by laundry. She loved the ample breakfast. Barclay and I second her on all that. We were particularly delighted to try new breakfast combinations and flavors. And we were thrilled to find at least one new food that William would eat - lavash! Your food sensibility is so magnificent- I can't wait to go back and inspire my team the way you've inspired me."
xx Dana Cowin ... Chief Editor 'Food & Wine' magazine
I must admit I was really nervous when I realized who she was and the fact that she would stay an entire week at the inn. I immediately thought about the challenge I had to face, the different kinds of breakfasts I had to prepare for 7 mornings and the one night dinner they would be having at the inn. It all went very successfully thanks both to Dana being a wonderful soul as well as my creative side working. Dana is a very kind and down to earth person, she doesn't make you nervous nor does she approach you snobbishly, she is also very candid regarding one's cooking. I really enjoyed hosting her and her family.
Kismet Inn bed and breakfast had another famous foodie for guests. Gary and Meg Hirshberg, the owners of Stoneyfield yogurt. I didn't know who they were either till they informed me of who they are. They stayed at the inn for 3 nights which was exciting. They are both very nice people and down to earth people. Gary told me how he started his company with very little money, delivering yogurt door to door with his car. Now his yogurt is seen and eaten everywhere. Well done, Gary.
Kismet Inn Bed and Breakfast he;d its first wedding quite successfully serving chicken, lamb, pasta and the inn's signature Jewel Rice. The food was exceptionally good, the lamb which the mother of the bride was hesitant in serving lamb to her guest but there was not even a bite left. Both the ceremony and the reception were held at the inn.
The season of 2009 is beginning. I am really happy that spring is here specially since a small pipe burst but did massive damage to the building. I was able to accept my first guest last weekend of March, Jennifer Melton Pinard, who was an absolute delight to have. Jennifer, came on Wednesday, March 26th around 6, left Saturday, March 21st around 5 during her stay she did not step outside even once. She had 3 yoga/meditation sessions, 2 massages, 1 body exfoliation, 1 reiki and ate her three dinners and 3 lunches at the inn. She left very relaxed. During her stay we also sat up knitting and chatting by the fire. So if you are a knitter or want to learn to knit, give me a call. I will help you to learn how to knit during your stay at the inn.
The sun has started shinning in Maine, the weather is beginning to warm up, the garden is cleared, seeds are sowed, windows are getting washed, the sheets are being hung out to dry, new massages and yoga are being added to the Kismet Inn Bed and Breakfast spa services. So please come to stay with us and let us take care of you in really extraordinary way.
Thursday, March 15, 2007
Kismet Inns First Open House
Tuesday, September 05, 2006 - Kismet Inn had its first Open House. Here is the news release:
This is to inform all, Kismet Inn, a unique luxury Spa destination will be hosting its first Open House on Sunday, September 17th, 2006 from 2-7 p.m.
Kismet Inn, Bath, Maine, hopes to introduce the community to the extraordinary hospitality from the Old World with the ultimate luxury of the New World.
Kismet Inn stimulates the body and the mind with:
· Soaking Tubs
· Steam Showers
· Bathrooms with radiant heat
· Natural Bedding
· Old World body and foot scrubs with organic exfoliates
· Massage
· Daily Yoga on radiant heat floor
· Organic and Natural Food
· Traditional Samovar Tea
· Fine Homemade European and Middle Eastern Pastry
· Library for book lovers
· Cooking, Knitting, Quilting and Photography Classes
KISEMT INN welcomes you to Relax, Replenish, Restore.
Kismet Inn, Bath, Maine. Extraordinary hospitality and ritual from
the Old World with the ultimate luxury of the New World.
Contact information:
Phone: 207-443-3399
E-mail: stay@kismetinnmaine.com
www.kismetinnmaine.com
Address: 44 Summer Street
Bath, Maine. 04530
This is to inform all, Kismet Inn, a unique luxury Spa destination will be hosting its first Open House on Sunday, September 17th, 2006 from 2-7 p.m.
Kismet Inn, Bath, Maine, hopes to introduce the community to the extraordinary hospitality from the Old World with the ultimate luxury of the New World.
Kismet Inn stimulates the body and the mind with:
· Soaking Tubs
· Steam Showers
· Bathrooms with radiant heat
· Natural Bedding
· Old World body and foot scrubs with organic exfoliates
· Massage
· Daily Yoga on radiant heat floor
· Organic and Natural Food
· Traditional Samovar Tea
· Fine Homemade European and Middle Eastern Pastry
· Library for book lovers
· Cooking, Knitting, Quilting and Photography Classes
KISEMT INN welcomes you to Relax, Replenish, Restore.
Kismet Inn, Bath, Maine. Extraordinary hospitality and ritual from
the Old World with the ultimate luxury of the New World.
Contact information:
Phone: 207-443-3399
E-mail: stay@kismetinnmaine.com
www.kismetinnmaine.com
Address: 44 Summer Street
Bath, Maine. 04530
Sunday, December 24, 2006
B&B Christmas Tour
Our town, Bath, had a Christmas Decoration tour for the B&Bs on Saturday, 23rd 2006 from 2-6 p.m. Wow, what a success it was. I thought not many people will want to come because it was pouring with rain but as soon as the clock striked 2 in came the flow of visitors. I had guests arriving to stay at the same time and what a lovely guests these people are. Linda and Bill from Baltimore.
So I tried to settle my guests in their rooms at the same time explain to the visitors on the tour to just wonder around at their own free will. While all this was happening I started preparing dinner for stay guests. The menue consisted of two different kinds of rice, pomegranate-walnut stew, barley soup and miso soup. I was preparing dinner while people were touring the house some got to taste what I was making and they loved it. The crowd loved the house as well as the food. I was a bit worried because I didn't have any Christmas Decorations up but everyone loved the colors and the warmth of the house. The crowd unanimously agreed there is no need for any Christmas Decoration at the Kismet Inn because it is simply a beautiful place.
The crowd started slowing down around 5:30 at which Harriet my third guest arrived and what a delightful lady she is. Kismet Inn is simply blessed to have such a wonderful guests. Dinner was served at 7 and oh, my did the guests, Jo, Bill, Linda and Harriet love the food. It was so well liked and enjoyed.
So I tried to settle my guests in their rooms at the same time explain to the visitors on the tour to just wonder around at their own free will. While all this was happening I started preparing dinner for stay guests. The menue consisted of two different kinds of rice, pomegranate-walnut stew, barley soup and miso soup. I was preparing dinner while people were touring the house some got to taste what I was making and they loved it. The crowd loved the house as well as the food. I was a bit worried because I didn't have any Christmas Decorations up but everyone loved the colors and the warmth of the house. The crowd unanimously agreed there is no need for any Christmas Decoration at the Kismet Inn because it is simply a beautiful place.
The crowd started slowing down around 5:30 at which Harriet my third guest arrived and what a delightful lady she is. Kismet Inn is simply blessed to have such a wonderful guests. Dinner was served at 7 and oh, my did the guests, Jo, Bill, Linda and Harriet love the food. It was so well liked and enjoyed.
Sunday, December 17, 2006
Celebrating Jim Vitelli's Life
Kismet Inn had its second event on saturday, December 16th 2006, Kismet Inn celebrated Jim Vitelli's life. He passed away at the age of 86. In celebrating his life and remembering him Kismet Inn made festive food. Maybe, around 70 people attended the open house.
We remember you and think of you as a person who did good for the world.
We remember you and think of you as a person who did good for the world.
Tuesday, December 12, 2006
Kismet Inns First Day Spa Guests
Melissa & Josh, welcome as my First Day Spa Guest.
Melissa & Josh are both students who came to Kismet Inn to have a day of relaxation. They both received a Swedish Massage and enjoyed the Roman Soaking Tub as well as studying in Sabalan for their finals. We had planned to sit by the fire to drink tea and enjoy the fire but Josh wasn't feeling too good so they had to leave earlier than they had intended.
Here is their comment:
"Dear Shadi,
Thank you so very much for your kindness. We enjoyed a beautiful day at your gorgeous inn, made so unforgettable by your warmth and hospitality. We, too, looked forward to chatting with you by the fire, and were so sad that we were unable to stay. Your cooking was exceptional!!!
Josh is still feeling quite ill, but he is feeling a little better this morning after a good night's rest.
We do hope to return to the amazing Kismet Inn someday soon! Thank you again for your kindness and generosity!
Best Regards,
Melissa"
Melissa & Josh are both students who came to Kismet Inn to have a day of relaxation. They both received a Swedish Massage and enjoyed the Roman Soaking Tub as well as studying in Sabalan for their finals. We had planned to sit by the fire to drink tea and enjoy the fire but Josh wasn't feeling too good so they had to leave earlier than they had intended.
Here is their comment:
"Dear Shadi,
Thank you so very much for your kindness. We enjoyed a beautiful day at your gorgeous inn, made so unforgettable by your warmth and hospitality. We, too, looked forward to chatting with you by the fire, and were so sad that we were unable to stay. Your cooking was exceptional!!!
Josh is still feeling quite ill, but he is feeling a little better this morning after a good night's rest.
We do hope to return to the amazing Kismet Inn someday soon! Thank you again for your kindness and generosity!
Best Regards,
Melissa"
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