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Birding in Olympia and Thurston County

Birding is a great way to get out explore nature and find new and different things to see. Birding in Olympia, offers a diverse experience for enthusiasts of all levels. Because of our location, Olympia provides a variety of habitats, from wetlands a… Read more
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Puffed Pear Pancakes

This recipe came from our friends Joanne and Jerry up at the Eagles Nest Inn on Whidbey Island. An incredible bed and breakfast run by two of the nicest people you will ever meet. The Puffed Pancakes are often referred to as "Dutch Babies", which are… Read more
A fluffy, baked bread filled with savory meat and topped with a dollop of sour cream.

Dutch Babies with Rhubarb Compote and Sour Cream Topping

This recipe came about late one evening when Casey was trying to decide what to cook for breakfast the next morning. She came across a similar recipe and decided to use the guests to trial this new conglomeration of recipes and it went over very well… Read more
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Recipes from the Inn

Even if you have not stayed at the Inn, you may have tried some of our food. The Espresso Bar serves some of our baked treats, or maybe you have shared a meal with us. Regardless you should know Casey does the majority of the cooking. Nathan does bak… Read more
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Mobility Yoga in the Grand Victorian Ballroom

Support Small Business Series The Swantown Inn is a small Mom and Pop, family owned business. In this series of blog posts we want to highlight other small businesses. Some we frequent often, some less so, but if there is a choice between a chain and… Read more
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Mexican Anyone? Family Friendly and Fun!

Support Small Business Series The Swantown Inn is a small Mom and Pop, family owned business. In this new series of blog posts we want to highlight other small businesses. Some we frequent often, some less so, but if there is a choice between a chain… Read more
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The heartbeat of the city.

Support Small Business Series The Swantown Inn is a small Mom and Pop, family owned business. In this new series of blog posts we want to highlight other small businesses. Some we frequent often, some less so, but if there is a choice between a chain… Read more
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The best cakes for events or just because!

Support Small Business Series The Swantown Inn is a small Mom and Pop, family owned business. In this new series of blog posts we want to highlight other small businesses. Some we frequent often, some less so, but if there is a choice between a chain… Read more
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Raise your game, at Legends Arcade

Support Small Business Series The Swantown Inn is a small Mom and Pop, family owned business. In this new series of blog posts we want to highlight other small businesses. Some we frequent often, some less so, but if there is a choice between a chain… Read more
A fluffy, baked bread filled with savory meat and topped with a dollop of sour cream.

Casey's Perfect Chocolate Chip Cookies

This is the recipe Casey perfected over many years from her youth and uses at the Inn. It's a favorite among guests, and even has won awards from the Thurston County Fair, but lost points because they're too big! [wprm-list id="4739"] Casey's Perfect… Read more