After a relaxing shower and a super duper blog post, we met back up with Janna and Bobby for a walk through Bozeman and dinner. These guys are so nice, and although we hadn’t met in person until today, I felt like we’ve know them for ages : ) (Actually Laura ask me how long I’d know Janna earlier today and I told her we had just met that morning!)
Some Bozeman sightseeing. I think this is the one Montana town I could actually see myself living in (thanks to a nice array of cute restaurants!)
And friendly bears!
We couldn’t resist returning to Montana Ale Works for dinner! Last year it was a hit! And we all know what the beer fanatic voted for.
Cozy, great beer and even better food menu
I got a half pint of the Blackfoot River Scottish Ale – a tiny, slender glass. YUM!!!
The second half of my beer was another half pint of Bitter Root Brewing’s Winter Warmer. I love that 1/2 plus 1/2 equals one!
We all shared the Spicy Calamari for an appetizer
And for dinner…I finally got that Bison Burger! It felt like the right place to do it.
I smothered him in ketchup and mustard and cut him in half to share some with Matt. The burger was good, but not the best I’ve ever had. I think something on a Great Harvest bun tops the charts!
I upgraded my dinner to come with a side salad, which was nice.
After dinner, which we had EARLY, we walked to a chocolatier for dessert to pick up some fancy flavors
Salted Caramel Hibiscus
Coconut Almond
Rum Raisin
…and my favorite: CHAI!
They were all delish.
We are super cozy in the ever-FABULOUS Homewood Suites!!!!!!!!!!! I just LOOOOVE this hotel chain (always rave about the Davidson location!) Each room is like a studio apartment with a full size kitchen (too bad we won’t get the chance to do any cooking! If only we could have spent all of our training weeks here!) and also a super nice bathroom (with a glass shower this time!) and heavenly bed. I rarely have brand favorites, but I always look for a Homewood Suites when I travel now.
Goodnight guys!
Allie (Live Laugh Eat) says
I love apartment-esque hotel rooms! They usually aren’t pricier than regular hotel rooms too. Great photos despite the dark restaurant lighting!
Jenny says
That’s one decadent burger! How’s the flavor of bison, I’ve never tried it.
Justeen @ Blissful Baking says
Ohh those fancy chocolates look so good! Awesome flavors 🙂
Your hotel room is SO nice – I will definitely look for a Homewood Suites next time I travel!
Camille says
What an adorable town! And a sweet hotel too 🙂
Kiran says
Aahh.. Heavenly chocolates to end a perfect dinner. Love Homewood suites. So cozy!
Averie (LoveVeggiesAndYoga) says
Salted Caramel Hibiscus sounds amazing! well all the flavors do!
and what a fun meetup!!!
JenATX says
salted caramel is my favorite! droooollll
Sana says
That hotel room looks amazingggggg!!!!
Amalfi Girl says
I love bison burger! I just posted earlier this month about an awesome bison burger I got at Half Moon Restaurant and Saloon 🙂
BTW, your pics of the food need romantic tunes in the background–they are that gorgeous.
Kat says
The photos you took in the restaraunt look beautiful.
Wish I could be in your hotel room right now eating those chocolates!
Leila @ Spinach and Skittles says
Chai chocolate?!? YUM! That hotel looks really nice too. Have fun in Bozeman!
Amanda (Eating Up) says
Good tip on Homewood Suites! Sounds like a good night.
Hannah says
Oh my, that spicy calamari look aMAZing! Even better than the chocolate, and that’s coming from someone who blogs about chocolate half the time 😉
Amy K. @ Healthy Peanut says
You have made me a Great Harvest lover. Really, how did I get along before!
CoCo Wray says
So glad your week was great, and ending with a good celebration is even better! I agree on HWS. When we first moved to Raleigh, we were bunked up in a luxury room for 3 weeks until we found a place.
Christin@purplebirdblog says
That suite looks so cozy and welcoming!!
Maryann says
A hotel can almost make or break a trip. Glad you found a good one!
Stephanie says
That calamari looks awesome!
Kate (What Kate is Cooking) says
I would love to stay in one of those hotels! I miss having a kitchen already 🙂
Ellie @ The Mommyist says
I have always loved all things hibiscus but I never imagined a Salted Caramel Hibiscus. I’m going to have to keep my eyes out for something similar here in Portland.
Reb says
I used to live in Bozeman…your pictures really make me miss it. Such a great place to live..enjoy every minute while you are there. If you need some good coffee in the morning you should check out The Daily Coffee Bar (N. Rouse & Oak S), they serve locally roasted, organic fairtrade coffees, not to mention they have the best scones in town! Enjoy!
CathyK @ www.1970kikiproject.wordpress.com says
glad you got your bison!!
i “homewood suite’d” my way around florida this summer and was totally impressed with the suites – and in a normal price range. and all the ones i stayed in were super clean!
enjoy your sunday!
Cara Craves... says
The atmosphere of that restaurant looks great!
Allie says
Chai chocolate?! Ahhh, that sounds super amazing 🙂 The bison burger looks awesome as well, I have always wanted to try either bison or elk 😀 Glad you liked your hotel and had a nice dinner!
Lauren at KeepItSweet says
i love bison burgers and don’t eat them often enough!
Emily says
I love fancy schmancy chocolates! So fun! And a bison burger? That is going on my list of things to try…and soon.
kelly says
I love Bozeman! Thankfully it is jusr right for a weekend get away for us. Have a great time!
Hannah @ Alimental says
My husband and I love that hotel too! We stayed at the one in Seattle last summer.
Just in case you’re interested, my apricot walnut apple cookies are currently featured on Freshly Pressed, the front page of WordPress.
http://alimental.wordpress.com/2011/01/09/apricot-walnut-apple-cookies/
Haleigh says
I’m not really a fan of beer (unless it’s pumpkin beer ;)) but that burger looks awesome! Although, I have to agree… GH bread could make the burger even better!
Courtney says
Kath,
Candlewood Suites is part of the Holiday Inn brand and also have full-size kitchenettes…just in case a Homewood Suites isn’t available.
P.S. Candlewood Suites has the best bedding I’ve ever slept in!
Kath says
Oh good to know!!! Why would anyone NOT stay in these awesome hotels if they had a choice!?
Jessica says
Oh gosh! I just realized (thanks, Google Maps!) that the ski resort, Big Sky Montana, is smack dab in the middle between Dillon and Bozeman! 🙂 Now husband and I have even more of a reason to go there. The only thing holding us back before was the airfare, it seems to get a little pricey.
Jessica
Simply Life says
oh that does look like a great place to stay! Good to know!
Sarah (Running to Slow Things Down) says
Oh goodness. I would so *love* to live in Montana as well. So pretty and quaint and country all at the same time! 😀
Anne (butter and bear) says
I totally agree with you about the Homewood Suites. Their beds are amazing!
Heather says
I have never seen a Homewood Suites!
I would have picked a salted caramel chocolate – love that combo.
Nicole @ yuppie yogini says
My college roommate lives in Bozeman and loves it. She posts the most beautiful pictures on Facebook of her hiking–that area is so pristine.
stacey-healthylife says
Nice hotel. Love the chocolates and the unique flavors.
Liz @ Tip Top Shape says
Cute restaurants definitely make a city! That’s what I love about living in Chicago. So many great dining options!
Kacie (Nonexistent Colors) says
Ahhhh you’re in Bozeman!!! That’s where I did my undergrad at in Nutrition at MSU!! I am from Livingston (just 30 mins away). If you guys get a chance, go to the Rib and Chop House in Livingston!!!! DELISH!!!!! I miss Montana terribly, so glad you guys are enjoying it!!
FYI, good coffee shops = Wild Joes, Home Page, and The Leaf and Bean.
PLONK is a must!!! Also Over the Tapas is my favorite restaurant there!! Best Sangria I’ve ever had, hands down!!
Bauccus is a great bar too, they also serve food!!
Enjoy the mountains!
Kacie
Stacy @ Every Little Thing says
We love Homewood Suites too! Spent 2009 NYE in them for a good week! Did some shopping at Trader Joe’s and filled the kitchen. Loved it!
Amanda @ Just Amanda J says
I hear bison burgers are really good but I’ve never had the chance to have one. I’ve also never tried fancy chocolates like that, hibiscus? I’m so intrigued!
Rae says
LOVE homewood suites! Did yours have the complimentary dinner reception, too? When we visited San Fran, we got free breakfasts and dinners! Score!
Kath says
We were JUST reading the menus! Unfortunately it’s only Mon-Thurs. I am SO bummed we couldn’t stay here the whole time!
Melissa @ For the Love of Health says
I love chocolate from a chocolatier! The last time I indulged was in NYC in May.
What a gorgeous looking hotel! 🙂
J3nn (Jenn's Menu and Lifestyle Blog) says
Thanks for the heads up on the Homewood Suites! I’ll be sure to look for them. Having a kitchen is always a plus. 🙂
Katelyn says
Rum raisin and chai sound amazing! It’s only past noon and I already want chocolate;)
I love hotel rooms that are like apartments! One time, my family and I stayed in a hotel room that actually had two floors (with stairs!) like a townhouse! It was by far my favorite hotel experience:)
Chelsea @ One Healthy Munchkin says
I’ve stayed at Homewood Suites before and you’re right – the beds are SO comfy!!
Elizabeth@The Sweet Life says
Looks like you’re having such a great trip!
Katelyn says
Your walk in the Montana cold just gave me the last bit of inspiration I needed to venture outside in my neighborhood for a brisk walk, thanks!
Maria @ The Fitted Apron says
mmm. the food looks amazing. nice hotel.
Krissy says
Mmm salted caramel! Great post, Bozeman looks fun!
Tee says
A lot of my in-laws live in the Montana area so it’s been really fun getting to see all the wonderful Montana pics. Love Bozeman and we’ve always had great food at Montana Ale Works. I’m a big fan of the community food co-op there too, wish we could pack it in our bags and take it home with us. 🙂
Natasha says
Bozeman = paradise.
kelsey says
homewood is my favorite ever!! Better than the nicest hiltons!! ox.
hungryforbalance.wordpress.com says
I love Bozeman! I was just there last Thursday for a great yoga class at Be The Change yoga studio. Lots of fun shops, huh?
Meagan says
I am jealous of your BISON burger!!
The Healthy Apple says
Your bison burger looks amazing; so glad you’re having fun and enjoying yourselves. Have a great week, Kath!