Poached Pears in Chambord

This is a favorite breakfast starter at Sunrise Landing, but works as a light dessert, as well.

4 large pears, peeled, cut in half and cored
4 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons cinnamon
2 tablespoons Chambord (raspberry liquor)
6 tablespoons white wine
2 tablespoons blueberries
2 tablespoons raspberries
cheddar, bleu, or feta cheese or a dollop of whipped cream, to top

Place the pears cored side up in glass baking dish. Sprinkle sugar and cinnamon over the pears. Pour Chambord and wine over them, and divide berries among pears. Cover and microwave on high for 10 minutes. Serve warm with sauce and a sprinkling of cheese or a dollop of whipped sweet cream. You can use fresh, frozen or dried berries for this recipe. Serves 4. Enjoy!
NOTE: Did you know that pears are a great source of dietary fiber? One pear provides 16 percent of the recommended daily allowance of fiber.

Adapted from the Inn Keeper's Kitchen, Arrington Publishing, courtesy of Desert Willow Bed & Breakfast, Jemez Springs, New Mexico

Now, More Great Restaurants in Finger Lakes Wine Country

Another one of the great things about the Finger Lakes is all of the wonderful places to eat. Even in the winter, when many of the best restaurants close down for a few weeks, or even months, there are many from which to choose. But, as spring approaches they all begin to open and the choices are unlimited. One of our favorite, very special places is Suzanne Fine Regional Cuisine. It is about a 40 - 45 minute drive from Sunrise Landing Bed and Breakfast and is, without a doubt, worth the drive from just about anywhere. Beginning their eighth season on Friday, April 16, Suzanne will be open Friday through Sunday for dinner (summer hours will likely include Thursdays - check their website after June). They will also be open on Sundays for Tea, from Noon - 2 PM, serving scones, finger sandwiches, and freshly baked pastries. Suzanne's elegant teas are not to be missed. The Restaurant is a beautifully restored, 100 year old farm house, on the east side of the lake, 9013 Route 414, Lodi, New York – (607) 582-7545. Reservations are always recommended but for the teas, are required 24 hours ahead.
Frommer’s has named Suzanne Fine Regional Cuisine one of the Ten Best places to dine in NY State.

Last Minute Special - Dinner and Wine Tasting

We have our two larger suites available for this weekend and have a great package at a reduced rate. Come and stay two nights in the beautiful Morning Glory Suite for $369, or in the amazing Sunflower Suite for $429 (plus 12% tax). The package price includes complimentary wine tasting at 9 wineries, a $50 gift certificate for dinner at Glenora's Veraison's restaurant, or the Red Newt Bistro, and a box of hand-made, gourmet chocolates from the Seneca Lake General Store. Of course, all the extras for which Sunrise Landing is known, are included such as: Gourmet breakfasts, Homemade cookies upon arrival and each afternoon, Gorgeous lake views from all the common areas, and also from each suite, refrigerators in each suite, soft, chamois robes, extra soft deluxe linens, fresh flowers, and more.
NOTE:ADDITIONAL VALUE - If your schedule permits, and you can stay three nights, you can combine this package with the Finger Lakes Wine Weekend package and stay a third night for no additional charge (plus you receive a bottle of Finger Lakes Wine and more wine tasting coupons for additional wineries, compliments of the Finger Lakes Wineries.

Glenora Wine Cellars - Feast and Fest

A Taste of Brazil is the next Feast and Fest at Glenora. Coming up on Sunday, April 11, 2010, from 1:00 - 4:00 PM, Glenora will feature music by Jared Campbell. His music has been featured on MTV's "Real World" and "Road Rules". In addition to Jared's great music, there will be a selection of food and wine pairings featuring food with a Brazilian theme. Glenora presents the food and wine pairing Feast and Fest occasions all for $15.00 per person. Other Feast and Fest dates this year are: May 16, June 27, and August 22, themes to be announced. Glenora Winery is just about 1 1/2 miles south of Sunrise Landing.