On the eastern tip of Virginia, you will find a special town called Mathews County in the heart of the Middle Peninsula. Due to its close proximity to the mouth of the Bay, Mathews’ incredible location has cultivated and benefited from the Chesapeake Bay from its early beginnings. Home to all of the sea creatures, […]
Father’s Day Ideas – Waterfront Getaway
Looking for a special gift or gift certificate for dad this Father’s Day? Come celebrate your Father’s Day with us at the Inn at Tabbs Creek filled with the activities he loves to do! We have some great ideas that everyone can enjoy. Maybe he needs a weekend of relaxation casting a line from the […]
Oyster Roast Weekends
Join Us Every Saturday Night October 22nd – November 26th, 2016 Snuggle up fireside this Fall for Wine & Cheese Happy Hour with plenty of Oysters on the waterfront firepit and grill, “Back Porch” style with butter and garlic, and a variety of hot sauces. BBQ pulled pork, cole slaw, macaroni and cheese and beverages. […]
Eggs A La Chesapeake
This recipe came about several summers ago when we found ourselves with an abundance of fresh crab meat as well as beautiful garden ripe tomatoes. We love doing poached eggs, so we set out to make a unique poached egg dish featuring fresh local ingredients. The obvious choice would be a variation of the ever […]
Lemon Blueberry Cornmeal Pancakes
2 CUPS BUTTERMILK ZEST OF 1 LEMON 1 ½ CUPS STONE-GROUND YELLOW CORNMEAL 1 CUP ALL PURPOSE FLOUR 2 TABLESPOONS SUGAR 2 TEASPOONS BAKING POWDER ½ TEASPOON BAKING SODA ½ TEASPOON SALT 3 TABLESPOONS MELTED BUTTER, SLIGHTLY COOLED 1 LARGE EGG 1 TABLESPOON VEGETABLE OIL 1 1/2 CUPS FRESH BLUEBERRIES, (fresh is always best, but […]
That Mathews Beat
Mathews has a rhythm all its own. Guests of the Inn at Tabbs Creek often remark on the County’s gentle pace, and it’s true: despite being within eighty miles of Richmond and sixty of Hampton Roads, the Pearl of the Chesapeake isn’t in a rush. Our pace is part of our small town charm. But […]
Haunted Houses in Mathews
They say Virginia is the most haunted state in the U.S., and Mathews County is certainly no exception. Here are a few stories, some of which we have some personal experience with. Happy Haunting! “Auburn Plantation” – Located on the North River in Mathews County, this is probably the most famous of the Mathews Haunted […]
Lighting the Way on the Chesapeake Bay
New Point Comfort Lighthouse – Here in Virginia’s second smallest county we’re proud to say we’re home to more lighthouses than traffic lights. The score, for those keeping track: two lighthouses, no traffic lights. Given Mathews County’s 214 miles of scenic shoreline, this fact isn’t so surprising. With busier waterways than roads, this little county […]
Chorizo Sweet Potato Hash and Creamed Spinach with Poached Eggs
A guests favorite that’s sure to please the entire family. Great for holiday breakfast with its festive appeal. Easily serves four but also great as a side dish in smaller portions. (SERVES 4) FOR CHORIZO HASH: 2 # SWEET POTATOES, SKIN PEELED AND DISCARDED, THEN SHAVED INTO STRIPS WITH PEELER 1 STRIP OF BACON 1 […]
Baked Eggs with Roasted Red Pepper and Chardonnay Sauce
(Serves One for the Eggs 4-6 for the sauce) 2 eggs 2 tsp. salted butter, melted 2 tsp. heavy cream ¼ tsp fresh dill (1/8 tsp dried dill) Pinch Salt Pinch Black Pepper 2 Tbl. Shredded Havarti Cheese Pre Heat oven to 400 degrees 1. In a 6 – 8 oz baking ramekin, swirl melted […]
