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Unveiling the Bounty of Thurston County

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

Procession is Back!

If you aren't from Olympia or haven't experienced Procession you truly are missing out. Procession of the Species Celebration, or Procession as most Olympians call it, is an Earth Day celebration of the arts. Luminary Procession Friday, April 26th, 8… Read more
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Hikes and Trails in Olympia

Here in Olympia we find pride and joy in our environment and love to enjoy all the greenery surrounding us. At the Swantown inn we are happy to share these enchanted spaces with you and are here to recommend the best of the best. Have a look at these… Read more
A blue building featuring the sign "Childhood's End Gallery" and a large wave mural on its exterior.

Local Galleries, featuring Local Artists!

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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Add some Romance, Love and Lust to your life (and stay).

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

Reviewing 2023 and Planning 2024

We typically make some sort of post on Facebook, either for the Inn or on our private personal pages, in regards tohow we are doing at the Inn and personally. I thought it would be a nice idea to make this a bit more public and transparent, as so man… Read more
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Mixed Berry Olive Oil Muffins

A similar recipe came across my Facebook feed and of course I had to try it and make it my own. Around the same time I also saw a Facebook Reel that gave tips on how to get those beautifully domed muffins. So I decided to test the recipe and the tips… Read more
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Buttermilk Rhubarb Coffee Cake

What a delicious way to use fresh Rhubarb. The tartness from the rhubarb and the additional tang from the buttermilk really shine and make a treat with your morning coffee. Buttermilk Rhubarb Coffee Cake Beautiful cake with the sweet and tart flavor … Read more

Honey Mousse

A couple of months ago Casey was tasked with making some items that were honey based for one of the Olympia Beekeepers Assocation meetings. She really out did herself creating her take on a honey mousse. We will have to make it again as we did not ta… Read more
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Savannah Smiles Raspberry Pie Bites

I had a few boxes of Savannah Smiles stashed in my freezer. I liked using them for dessert and cheese cake bases as they have that light lemon taste that pairs well with cream cheese and berries in particular. While they are not possible to buy any m… Read more