Every now and then we all need to decompress and what better way to do that than to spend a fun and romantic evening with your spouse, best friend, other half, girl friend, etc. All hosted by your favorite Inn Keepers – Tony and Becky Grainger and The Stanford Inn. We d…o this several times each year, and every time, it has been big hit. Plan now to attend.

A wonderful evening planned around great food and wine to make this a truly memorable evening for all who attend.

March 9th starting around 7pm and it’s only $ 24 pp.
Reservations Required so call today – 863-533-2393.

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Originally built in 1906 by Mr. T. L. Wilson, a prominent attorney, The Stanford Inn offers six delightfully decorated and comfortable guest rooms; each with its own private bathroom, cable television and wireless internet access. Guests will enjoy the freshly-made daily gourmet breakfast served in the gracious turn-of-the-century atmosphere of the Stanford Inn. Outdoors guests can discover the inn’s tropical gardens as well as the outdoor pool. One-of-a-kind antiques, artwork and furnishings complete the warm Southern hospitality.

This picturesque bed and breakfast is situated on a quiet corner lot in downtown Bartow, known as “The City of Oaks and Azaleas”. The home itself offers an expansive covered porch at the entryway with rocking chairs for relaxing and unwinding. Bartow, Florida, is conveniently located a short drive from a variety of popular Central Florida destinations including Bok Tower Gardens in Lake Wales, the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando and Busch Gardens, Tampa Bay, and Legoland in Winter Haven.

Cinephiles may recognize The Stanford Inn from its prominent feature as the Sultenfuss’ residence in the 1991 film “My Girl,” starring Dan Aykroyd, Jamie Lee Curtis, Anna Chlumsky and Macaulay Culkin.

We look forward to welcoming you to The Stanford Inn, “A Beautiful Place for Beautiful Memories.

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Are your perennial plants waking up this spring. Are they showing off their beautiful colors and leaves. I know they died last fall but they should be showing off their spring visual pleasures now. Asters in double blue, Bleeding Hearts, Bishop Weed, Bell Flower White, Arctic Queen, Daylily, Foxglove are so beautiful and come in many different sizes and looks. Rose bushes one of the most popular plant come in many sizes, colors and are a hardy winter plant. The colors are just awesome. Fruit trees as well flower are beautiful. Apples, Cherries, beautiful large Fig Tree leaves keep you in suspense… when are they going to produce their wonderful fruit. Evergreens withstand the cold weather and look amazing during the spring and summer.

Annual plants such as Petunias, Marigolds,  baby blue eyes, bachelor’s buttons, there are so many to choose from that will make your garden absolutely fabulous. They will not only pleasing to you but your guests, friends and anyone who visits your home or Bed and Breakfast Inn will be saying how beautifully you have presented your property. If you have not started yet to make your garden fantastic get to it. Make a list of all the things you need, colors you want to put together, and plant. You will be so happy that you did this.

1 pound lamb cubed
1 cut in half a large onion
1 pound baking potatoes, peeled and sliced
1 carrot, peeled and sliced
1 large stalk
1 celery stick chopped
2 tlbs chopped parsley (fresh)
use salt and pepper to your taste
2 cups beef stock
Preheat the oven to 325 degrees In an oven proof casserole dish put in the lamb meat, onion, potatoes, carrot and celery. Add parsley, salt and pepper. Pourthe beef stock over the lamb and vegtables. Now cover tightly to bake. It should take 1 1/2 to 2 hours until vegetables and meat are very tender. The perfect St. Patrick’s Day Stew. Served at your finest Bed and Breakfast Inns on St. Patrick’s Day

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A Celebration Prayer for St. Patrick’s Day

“Bless you and yours As well as the cottage you live in.
May the roof overhead be well thatched And those inside be well matched.”

Happy St. Patrick’s Day

What more can be said
Join us  Tuesday February 14th
Make you plans today for Valentine’s at THE STANFORD INN
Limited space avaialable * Advance reservations required * Call today 863 – 533 – 2393 * Only $50 pp
Wine Included

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Every now and then we all need to decompress and what better way to do that than to spend a fun and romantic evening with your spouse, best friend, other half, girl friend, etc.  All hosted by your favorite Inn Keepers – Tony and Becky Grainger and The Stanford Inn.  We do this several times each year, and every time, it has been big hit.  Plan now to attend.

A wonderful evening planned around wonderful food and wine to make this a truly memorable evening for all who attend.  March 9th starting at 7pm and it’s only $ 24 pp. Call today to see book your reservation.

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Bartow Airport Restaurant to Begin Evening Hours

On Thursday January 19^th, The Bartow Chamber of Commerce is having a ribbon cutting ceremony at Runway 9/27 Airbase Bistro – the restaurant, starting at 5:15 and the ribbon cutting at 6 pm.  On the same day we will begin our new evening schedule.  “We will be open for dinner every week on Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 5pm and 9pm” said restaurant owner Tony Grainger.  We have a full liquor bar so even if you just want a drink and an appetizer, Runway 9/27 is the place to be. We have the latest in video including a giant size screen.  We will show the Super Bowl, and other events.
 
“We are having terrific success with Aviators!” Tony said.  We are starting to get flying clubs in on a regular basis, and now the Airport Authority has decided that every Saturday, Runway 9/27 customers who have a paid receipt is entitled to a discount of 25 cents on every gallon of fuel purchased that day.  So we believe that will attract a lot more pilots, and their friends to the Bartow Airport and Runway 9/27 Air Base Bistro.

The Airport has a great conference room facility that we offer and is available for very low rates. And, with Runway 9/27 doing the catering, this can be a very inexpensive way to get your audience motivated and it is tax free! yes, the IRS allows the full cost of any catered event .  Not only is your audience appreciative, your accountant is as well!

The Airport Authority has been very cooperative with us.  My personal thanks to Cindy who has really put up with a lot of growing pains from us, and we have received really good support from the tenants at the airport.  We sincerely hope that in 2012 there will be many more who will want to work and eat at Bartow Airport.

Other eateries participated and it was a great time had by all who attended !!!

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Join us for A deVine Affair – Fine Dining & Fine Wine Tasting
Fine wine and food come together with a seven course meal at 555 Stanford, the evening dining
incarnation at The Stanford Inn in Bartow, for “A deVine Affair.”

1st Course
Chilled raspberry soup
Zibbibo Sparkling Moscato Rose

2nd Course
Crisp winter salad w/ garlic ginger vinaigrette
Napa Cellars Sauvignon Blanc

3rd Course
Spaghetti with brown butter & crispy bread crumbs
Napa Cellars Chardonnay

4th Course
Mussel chowder with bacon & shiitake mushrooms
Napa Cellars Merlot

5th Course
Goat cheese and pear stuffed tenderloin
with orzo and wilted greens
Napa Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon

6th Course
Triple chocolate mousse cake
Napa Cellars Pinot Noir

7th Course
Cheese plate
Terra D’Oro Moscato

Friday, January 13, or Saturday January 14th.     7:00pm until 10:00pm..
     Reservations Required  863- 533-2393.
Only $65.00pp

Steven Y. Caudill, as Daniel Boon, will take you on an educational Journey examining the facts and dispelling the myths surrounding Kentucky’s favorite frontiersman. 
$5 for Members, $7 for non-members and children under 12 are free.
863-534-4386 for your ticket at the Museum in downtown Bartow.  Walk up’s welcome.

Following his presentation, join Caudill for a discussion at The Stanford Inn and Dinner.
Call today to reserve your space – 863 533 2393

This is a great presentation about the way things once were, and a must for young and old alike to learn about important segments of our history.

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