Breakfast Pork Chops

By far, these chops seem to satisfy our heartier breakfast eaters! Pan-fried Pork Chops with our homemade bread crumbs. We usually serve it alongside a softly turned egg with fresh fruit and English Toast with Black Raspberry Preserves. And of course, ONLY after a sweet course of bread pudding or French Toast!

This week, I tried something a little different-toasting my leftover biscuits and processing them into crumbs. I had both plain and cheese biscuits leftover and I was so pleased with the results. Ultra crispy breadcrumbs that made for a wonderful pork chop.

Classic Belgium Waffles

Lightly sweetened with the perfect golden crispiness these classic Belgium Waffles are a perfect start to our Easter morning. Guests enjoyed homemade waffles with our handmade Raspberry-Black Currant Syrup, fresh whipped cream and strawberry topping.

Baked eggs with cheese, bacon and homefries followed with plenty of hot steamy coffee. Their only complaint . . .that they didn't have another few days to hang out by the pool.

Stephen is about to graduate from Officer Training at Ft. Benning and was due back on base later this afternoon. Both and his fiance loved the convenience of downtown Newnan and enjoyed their candlelit dinner at Ten East Washington just off the square! They are off to explore the Chattahoochee River bank!

Casa Bella Welcomes Guests from Around The U.S. and Europe

Within days of officially opening our new Bed and Breakfast we welcomed guests from New York, Michigan, Canada and Sweden.

Mr. Foster, who is 89 years old, traveled to his son's ranch in Florida for a working holiday, while Carol traveled from Sweden to investigate a franchise that would allow her young family to relocate back to her home state of Delaware after 19 years abroad! Welcome Home, Carol! You've been missed!

Guestroom Tre

This week our third accommodation, Guestroom Tre, opens as a spacious retreat with a painted king Wesley Allen Iron Bed; complete with comfortable pillowtop mattress and fresh, creamy 400 thread count linens from Italy.

Dating back to the original owner, this pretty bathroom offers a tub with double waterfall shower heads, roomy granite-topped vanity with plenty of oversized, fluffy towels, eco-friendly bath toiletries and Restoration Hardward bathrobes.

Plenty of drawer space, an armiore with 32-inch color TV loaded with movie and music channels. and two custom club chairs on creamy white carpet, this soft retreat is the perfect spot for a long getaway weekend!

Fresh As A Daisy!

Little extras make a stay at Casa Bella almost as good as being home. Enjoy bedtime chocolates and confections, fresh flowers, plenty of reading light and a hot cup of tea or coffee before heading out to enjoy a busy weekend!

Home, Sweet Home!

Guests are invited to enjoy several public areas-adjacent to the dining area in the front hall! Curl up with a good book or magazine and enjoy the peaceful quiet! Grab a cup of coffee or tea from the drink bar and watch the world go by on our 800 sf front porch!  Warm weather's on the way.

Kiwi and Patti

One of the best ways to spend a Saturday in Newnan between April and December is the Market Days that takes place on the court square each April to December. http://www.mainstreetnewnan.com/

My mouth is watering just thinking about the grilling applewood bacon offered by Pine Street Market of Avondale Estates.

The pancetta is exceptional and reminds me of market days in Tuscany.

Market Days takes place the first Saturday of each month! Hope I will see you there.

Wintry Wonders!

Georgia has experienced one of the coldest winters in recent history; trying everyone's good humor and patience.

Our freezing temperatutes and difficult economic times have persisted much longer than we all expected, creating a sense of dread and worry for ourselves, our friends and neighbors.

Ron and I have busied ourselves with projects that move us closer to opening Casa Bella Bed and Breakfast; celebrating every detail designed to enhance your stay with us.  

Yesterday, we found these small reproduction milk jars at one of downtown Newnan's specialty shops, The Vintage Flea.   I clipped a few of my gorgeous "petal pink" camelia blooms and while they are a little worn from our nasty freezing weather, their beauty shines through.

Simplistic Details

Often, I am attracted to a serving piece just for its graceful lines, a rich patina or even the skillful combinations of metals and finishes. In this case a combination of all of those things. This beautiful, fanciful piece is from France. My thoughtful hubby presented it to me one Easter in lieu of chocolate!

An egg warmer that functions well-tableside, softly boiled eggs can be served with an egg cup for an elegant simple breakfast of eggs and lightly toasted Sally Lunn bread and rich preserves. The egg warmer is a combination of brass and copper-with a pretty, little hen perched on top of the lid!

I have enjoyed a lifelong fascination of breakfast serving pieces-drawing from my childhood memories of our six-month stay at Stadt Phorzheim in Southern Germany back in the 60's.

Another Day Closer

Every day, now, we catch glimpses of the pretty spaces that are unfolding through-out the house.

Each little glimpse caused by the simple placement of a pretty lamp or the addition of a beautiful fabric. 

We are finally hanging shower curtains, placing sofas and chairs, washing windows, rehanging blinds and chandeliers. We are just about to wrap up the painting and are anxiously awaiting delivery of the final few pieces of furniture.

Our opening has been pushed back closer to January, although we continue to receive reservation requests and are excited to host our first guests.

Thanks to Susie Berta of Newnan for her suggestion to name our rooms in Italian!  We love her idea and look forward to creating pretty little placques in our Casa Bella colors.  Susie is co-owner of Rick and Susie's Little Gourmet Cookies in Newnan.  There company bakes delicious, moist Italian Ricotta Cookies.  http://www.goodngracious.com/

Y'all don't forget we are offering a 10% discount on three nights as a special during our first few months.