Media Contact
Rauni Kew
Public Relations Manager
Inn by the Sea
40 Bower Beach Road
Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107
Phone: 207.799.3134
Fax: 207.799.4779
Email: rkew@innbythesea.com
15
2021
Private Dining with a View
Private dining with a view! The best table at Sea Glass Restaurant at Inn by the Sea is a reimagined hotel loft suite, offering a completely private environment with a dedicated server for small gatherings. Guests can truly enjoy dining out in this second level hotel suite with floor to ceiling windows as an excellent option for captivating cuisine in a private setting that includes Atlantic views.
Read More Jan01
2021
SPA- The cure for midwinter blues!
SPA- The cure for midwinter blues! The “happy hormone” is the mid-winter cure we all need! Luckily for SPA goers, Serotonin, the happy hormone that elevates your mood and state of mind, is released during massage. Serotonin is a chemical benefit of massage, but there are other well documented therapeutic and health advantages as well. And the simple act of disconnecting from the world for a short time can also be highly regenerative, according to Jason Cutler, Supervisor at SPA at Inn by the Sea.
Read More Dec11
2020
Very Special Daily Specials TO GO
Chef Chadwick creates a unique & very affordable culinary experience with daily specials TO GO for Foodies who continue to crave restaurant-quality food at home with the same diversity of flavors that had become mainstream before the pandemic.
Read More Nov13
2020
The Gift is in the giving
The gift is in the giving! Get those feel good vibes going this holiday season when you join Inn by the Sea in supporting some terrific community programs in the spirit of giving. The Inn's holiday calendar is filled with seasonal events that support local schools, provide new warm clothes & toys for neighbors and help feed hungry Maine kids
Read More Oct27
2020
Foodie Trends 2021
Foodie Trends 2021. In the era of COVID some food trends suddenly vanished while others were catapulted into the forefront. Sea Glass Chef Chadwick at Inn by the Sea offers his take on what’s here to stay and what will go.
Read More Sep16
2020
Feeding Hungry Kids in Maine
Feeding Hungry Maine Kids: Inn by the Sea is providing a child with school breakfast and lunch for a year with a single donation to a fall program initiated by Full Plates, Full Potential, a coalition of community leaders working to end childhood hunger in Maine. (www.fullplates.org ) The Inn will support Full Plates this year through 3 programs
Read More Sep01
2020
A Sea Change for Remote Work or School this Fall
As employees continue to work from home, or parents start another term of homeschooling, Inn by the Sea is offering a sea change of scenery with our home away from home package for remote work or home schooling. Find that elusive work/life balance when you work or teach at the shore! Receive a 20% discount on extended stays over 7 days, plus a $50 property credit.
Read More Aug25
2020
Get Out & Explore- Trails in Cape Elizabeth
Get out and explore the beautiful trails & coastal nature walks in Cape Elizabeth! The ocean front Inn by the Sea in Cape Elizabeth Maine, just 7 miles south of Portland, is surrounded by shoreline and rural gorgeousness! Scenic trails, unspoiled sand beaches, ocean cliff paths and quintessential Maine walks are plentiful.
Read More Aug06
2020
De Stress!
De Stress! From massage that replicates the ebb and flow of the ocean to more traditional Deep Tissue or Swedish options, SPA at Inn by the Sea offers restorative therapies for uncertain times.
Read More Jul28
2020
Sashimi!
While there are plenty of fish in the sea only a select few can rise to the level of quality and freshness of Sashimi grade seafood according to Sea Glass Chef Andrew Chadwick . Operating on a dock off Commercial Street in Portland, Gulf of Maine Sashimi works with regional fishermen who have been trained in Japanese ike jime practices to preserve the flavor and texture of the seafood from the moment the fish is taken out of the water all the way through processing.
Read More Jul14
2020
5 Historic Maine Lighthouses near Portland & Cape Elizabeth
There are over 60 picturesque and historic lighthouses along Maine's miles of pristine coastline, but when visiting Portland or Inn by the Sea in Cape Elizabeth, there are 5 lights that can easily be reached in minutes.
Read More Jun05
2020
Al fresco!
New England summers offer short lived magical evenings to sip refreshing cocktails, take in the ocean view and enjoy Sea Glass Chef Andrew Chadwick’s summer menu al fresco on the ocean view lawn or deck at Inn by the Sea.
Read More May14
2020
Culture Fix
Culture Fix- With ocean views, captivating cuisine and stylish resort accommodations Inn by the Sea also doubles as a gallery for museum quality art.
Read More Apr24
2020
Planting for Wildlife
Gardens add beauty to your property, but they can also sustain local eco systems with just a bit of planning. The arrival of spring is the perfect time to amend your garden to be wildlife and butterfly friendly according to Inn by the Sea’s head gardener, Derrick Daly.
Read More Mar26
2020
Sea Glass Provisions
When you order a to "go meal" for curb side pick up you can now add Sea Glass provisions that may be hard to find. Everything from Chef Chadwick's culinary creations such as his renowned Alfredo sauce , to pasta, to TP! Hard to find items from our pantry to yours!
Read More Mar13
2020
Cocktails with Back Stories
Just like high fashion, cocktail trends come and go. “I see today’s cocktails as updated versions of the traditional ones but presented with a contemporary twist," says Shayne Conlon, Food & Beverage Director at Inn by the Sea. "Guests enjoy the fun of tapping into a nostalgic vibe through cocktails with backstories."
Read More Feb21
2020
Dessert as Essential
Having a sweet tooth is almost universal, yet dessert is the most overlooked course at most restaurants. But not at Sea Glass at Inn by the Sea where Pastry Chef Rie Kizaki’s game changing techniques and vibrant, colorful ingredients have elevated dessert as essential to any meal.
Read More Jan13
2020
Wedding Trends 2020
Personalization and celebrating what’s special about your relationship are the big wedding trends for 2020. Brides and grooms are throwing out the rule book and doing it their way! Not feeling tied to tradition, brides are changing everything from floras to cakes to dress choices according to Grace Knopp, Wedding planner at Inn by the Sea.
Read More Dec05
2019
Coastal Winter Retreat
It’s a Leap Year! Use the gift of an extra day to recharge with mindful workshops hosted by SPA at Inn by the Sea- We invite you to the serenity of the beach in winter for a Coastal Winter Retreat February 28-March 1, 2020.
Read More Nov18
2019
Gifts that Give back
Gifts that Give Back- Inn by the Sea’s holiday calendar is filled with seasonal events that support community programs. Feel great about this holiday season and join us in supporting some terrific community programs and gifts that give back.
Read More Oct16
2019
Spirited Cuisine
Innovative craft cocktails paired with creative fare makes for an intoxicating experience in Sea Glass Lounge at Inn by the Sea. Move over wine menus- Chef Chadwick and mixologist Shayne Conlon are creating spirited cuisine with innovative food and craft cocktail pairings with new flavor combinations and unexpected ingredients
Read More Sep27
2019
Gifts from the Sea and Land
Hyper local sourcing was the focus for Chef Chadwick’s Farm to Fork, Tide to Table Cape Farm Alliance benefit dinner at Inn by the Sea in September, The Chef highlighted Gifts from the Sea and Land as he brought the freshness of Cape Elizabeth fields and ocean directly to diners’ plates at a benefit dinner for the Cape Farm Alliance. Everything served at the multi course dinner had been grown or caught in Cape Elizabeth.
Read More Jul18
2019
Summer Classics in Sea Glass
Freshly reworked, legacy concepts make up Chef Chadwick's summer menu in ocean view Sea Glass Restaurant. Simply put- If it isn't a beloved summer dish, it didn't make the menu. While the offerings are traditional, Chef Chadwick and his team add a modern spin by mixing it up with inventive takes on the classics.
Read More Jun01
2019
People, Planet, Profit at Inn by the Sea
Luxury comes naturally at Inn by the Sea with a unique approach to hospitality inspired by our natural coastal surroundings. The Inn is committed to a People, Planet, Profit model, offering outstanding hospitality, community support and environmental responsibility, blending luxury, service and exceptional guest stays with sustainability, minimizing impacts of operations with eco friendly initiatives and an appreciation of all things local. Programs at Inn by the Sea connect the guest to both community, and sustainability.
Read More May03
2019
Salad Days
Salad Days- Transitioning from winter comfort food to lighter fare doesn't have to mean consuming piles of boring leafy greens - Chef Andrew Chadwick creates a delectable no leaf salad environment in Sea Glass at Inn by the Sea with fresh, delicious ingredients packed with nutrients- these leafless salads will change your mind about shaping up for spring!
Read More Apr23
2019
A Visual Feast
Art enthusiasts don't need to visit the hallowed galleries of a museum to get their cultural fix- Inn by the Sea's museum quality art offers guests a visual feast as they enjoy a meal in Sea Glass or a cocktail by the fire
Read More Mar29
2019
Gardeners are the Ultimate Optimists
Patience & a healthy dose of optimism are part of a gardeners' tool kit says Derrick Daly, head gardener at Inn by the Sea, as he looks forward to a proliferation of color from spring bulbs & offers planting tips.
Read More Feb13
2019
Elegant Vegan Cuisine for Plant Lovers
Inn by the Sea is somewhat of a novelty to the boutique hotel industry. The Inn's small in-house restaurant, Sea Glass, serves up a different, artfully crafted, vegan option, every single evening- perfect for those who love plant based cuisine.
Read More Jan02
2019
Fresh Start to a Better You Wellness Weekend
Wellness Weekend- Getaway to the tranquility of the coast & recharge with mindful workshops hosted by SPA at Inn by the Sea February 22-24, 2019. Embrace the serenity and mindfulness of the Wellness movement. Clear your mind, reinvigorate, connect to the natural environment and completely reset.
Read More Dec03
2018
'Tis the season- for engagements!
Engagement season is on! From Thanksgiving to Valentines the holidays are a popular time to pop the question. If you said yes, it's time to start planning how you are going to celebrate true love.
Read More Nov06
2018
'Tis the Season....Holiday DIY SPA Treatments
Inn by the Sea's SPA Director shares 3 simple recipes for seasonally sensational scrubs- perfect for gift giving- Holiday DIY SPA treatments.
Read More Oct15
2018
Fall Flavors in Sea Glass
Dining experiences are influenced by culinary concepts that take over the food scene for a short time. Chef Andrew Chadwick creates fabulous fall flavors using the best 2018 trends for his new menu in Sea Glass.
Read More Sep18
2018
Boozie Smoothies & Other Cocktail Trends
There's a cocktail revolution going on says Sea Glass Food and Beverage Director Shayne Conlon. Bartenders are using improved ingredients and have mastered techniques that give customers good reason to settle in next to the fire with creatively conceived drinks.
Read More Aug15
2018
Getting to the Root of It...5 Garden Trends
Getting to the root of it....From edible gardens to moving grasses, Maine's Inn by the Sea head gardener Derrick Daly digs out 5 hot garden trends.
Read More Jul16
2018
Summer Sea Glass Menus
Long hot days and endless sunlit evenings call for lots of fresh, light fare to satisfy the hot and hangry. Sea Glass Chef Andrew Chadwick’s summer menu is filled with hyper-local options from surrounding farms and sea, sure to quell those hangrys*.
Read More Jun07
2018
The Sommelier is in!
Wine whisperer Donald Linscott is at home in the intimate Sea Glass lounge or al fresco deck at Inn by the Sea where he is both Sommelier and caretaker of the Inn’s deep and varied cellar. Not only does Linscott de mystify the many labels offered at the Inn, he offers tips & suggests wine pairings for Chef Chadwick’s menu selections in Sea Glass restaurant.
Read More May04
2018
Sizzling 2018 Culinary Trends
EATER’s 2018 list of emerging culinary trends and the National Restaurant Association’s Hot List offer a tasty preview of menu items foodies will be raving about all year long. Chef Chadwick has the hottest trends covered on his new spring menu in Sea Glass at Inn by the Sea, Maine, as well as a smattering of enhancements for more traditional fare.
Read More Apr18
2018
Suite Dreams!
Ten direct ocean view suites will open at Inn by the Sea on the coast of Maine just in time for the 2018 summer season according to Michael Briggs, the Inn’s General Manager. The complete rebuild, which was taken back to the studs, celebrates the character of the Inn’s seaside setting with exquisite décor, Atlantic views and elegant hospitality.
Read More Mar21
2018
A bar where everybody knows your name
Finding that perfect watering hole is hard with choices from beer hall to uber elegant hostelry. Locals in the know enjoy the ‘almost secret’, intimate bar at Inn by the Sea... and it’s off the beaten track autumn through spring.
Read More Feb16
2018
Maine to Manhattan! Cooking at James Beard NYC
Touting a brand new, regionally sourced winter menu in Sea Glass restaurant, Inn by the Sea's Chef Andrew Chadwick announces he will bring that Taste of Maine to Manhattan when he debuts his Maine Made menu at the legendary James Beard House in New York on April 5.
Read More Feb06
2018
6 Tune Ups for Mid-Winter Wellness
February is the month of romance, but between holiday hangovers and short dark days it takes creativity to keep spirits up in winters coldest month. 6 quick & realistic suggestions to re-calibrate moods and tune up our winter wellness in minutes from Inn by the Sea's SPA Director, Bobbie Arsenault.
Read More Jan09
2018
You're Engaged...Now What?
The Question was popped and you said yes- now what? Here's 5 things to do after an engagement. According to the wedding planner at Maine's ocean front Inn by the Sea, located on a mile of sandy beach , there are some simple guidelines to follow to ensure the success of your big day.
Read More Nov29
2017
Best Night Out!
You deserve a great night out this holiday season! Between shopping and holiday parties December is frenzied. Admit it- you could use a great night out! Put your feet up by the fire with a signature cocktail at Inn by the Sea, and let the Sea Glass Chefs do the cooking- just relax and forget those holiday lists for a few hours!
Read More Nov21
2017
Gifts that Give back
From Thanksgiving through New Year’s an annual Giving Tree graces the fireplace lounge at Inn by the Sea, decorated with cheery handmade ornaments created by students. Inn guests and community are invited to generously trade the ornaments for new, warm articles of clothing for less fortunate neighbors. The Inn also supports a culture of reading in local schools by purchasing new books that open doors to learning through their Books for a Booking program.
Read More Oct25
2017
Get Your Beauty on this Fall!
As the temperature dips, it’s time to get your beauty on with these 6 simple autumn routines to rejuvenate and be ready for the holidays!
Read More Sep22
2017
Inn by the Sea debuts Impossible® Burgers
This Tuesday, Sept. 26 Portland area residents can be the first in the state to bite into the now famous ‘bleeding’ Impossible® veggie burger by visiting Inn by the Sea. The uber popular plant based patty, which creates long wait lines in LA & New York, will be available for the first time in Maine, exclusively at Sea Glass restaurant at Inn by the Sea.
Read More Aug30
2017
Vegan dishes even carnivores love!
Chef Chadwick celebrates delicious healthy & ethical eating in Sea Glass Vegan dishes just got trendy. According to Google searches, plant based diets have taken over the top search spot from ‘gluten free’, and last year Google Trends saw a whopping 90% increase in ‘vegan’ searches. “The appeal of vegan menu options has grown well beyond catering to the traditional guest who avoided meat for ethical or environmental reasons to include much broader interests in clean and healthy lifestyle trends,†said Sea Glass Executive Chef Andrew Chadwick.
Read More Jul25
2017
What's Hot! Summer Restaurant Trends
Chefs and food writers rank some of the hottest national restaurant trends annually. Chef Chadwick at Sea Glass restaurant at Inn by the Sea has all the sizzling 2017 restaurant trends covered on his summer menus, as well as incorporating some perennial culinary favorites.
Read More Jun22
2017
Get the Dirt on Gardening!
The ocean front Inn by the Sea has a variety of landscapes to explore. Get all the dirt on gardening every Thursday at 10AM with the Inn's head gardener, Derrick Daly, as he explores an indigenous landscape, a rewilding and habitat restoration, and seaside centerpiece gardens. Daly is a magician with soil! Visitors, who dig with Derrick tap into years of planting and wildlife knowledge as they learn about 3 very different landscapes at the Inn.
Read More May26
2017
What's Hot! - 2017 Spring Restaurant Trends
Every year Chefs and food writers rank some of the hottest national restaurant trends. Chef Chadwick’s seasonal menus at Sea Glass restaurant have this year’s sizzling 2017 restaurant trends covered, as well as incorporating some perennial culinary favorites.
Read More Apr18
2017
Butterfly Friendly Gardens & Pampering High Fliers
Inn by the Sea, an inviting beach resort for both butterflies and people makes the comfort of their guests, which includes the endangered Monarch, a priority. The Inn is a designated Butterfly Waystation, offering butterflies as well as the inn's more traditional two legged guests, luxurious seaside accommodation and delectable local fare.
Read More Mar31
2017
Tea by the Sea
Chef Andrew Chadwick’s unique take on afternoon tea in Sea Glass at Inn by the Sea marries English tradition with Maine fare in a comfortably relaxed, luxurious setting. Unlike an English tea, Chef Chadwick is serving up two menus that pair Atlantic views with his own, delicately balanced combinations of sweet and savory Thursday, Friday and Saturday afternoons. The Maine Tea is a very local spin on British tradtion!
Read More Jan30
2017
Veg Out! Sea Glass Chef Chadwick celebrates winter vegetables
Inn by the Sea's Chef, Andrew Chadwick is having a winter love affair with vegetables- not that he is about to forsake local seafood, native lobster or beef on the Sea Glass menu. Instead, he simply hopes to showcase the form and flavor of vegetables in a new light, rethinking traditional presentations and moving vegetables from almost invisible “sides†for protein, to center plate.
Read More Dec16
2016
Post Holiday Wellness tips - that are easy!
Start the New Year on the right foot. Here are personal tips from the ocean front Inn by the Sea's SPA Director, Bobbie Arsenault, to do just that- easily!
Read More Nov16
2016
Inn with Art: on walls and plates!
While the permanent art collection hanging in Sea Glass restaurant at Inn by the Sea is created with oil or acrylic, Chef Andrew Chadwick plates culinary masterpieces, filled with color and texture, everyday in his kitchen. The Chef’s artistic inspirations don’t have the durable quality of a painting, but are momentary marvels- limited to the short time a guest takes to appreciate his meal before eating it. At the same time Inn by the Sea’s new art installation by renowned regional artists, defines the area through diverse lenses. Guests in Sea Glass enjoy art on walls and plates!
Read More Oct20
2016
Growing Greens Inside Portland’s Trendiest Restaurants - Maine Chefs Love Teenie Greenies®
Chef Andrew Chadwick handpicks baby pea sprout tendrils for his signature farmer's salad from a micro green garden growing inside his Sea Glass kitchen at Maine’s luxurious Inn by the Sea, just south of Portland. Baby beet tops, cilantro, spicy mizuna or tatsoi all grow in flats just at arm’s length from the chef thanks to the work of Saco farmers who plant and deliver newly sprouted herbs and micro greens right to his door. These Teenie Greenies® are Cultivation Works® newest social enterprise, which teaches adults with disabilities to grow fresh, healthy produce in a sustainable way.
Read More Sep15
2016
Experience Authentic Maine
Experience authentic Maine with one of these educational and entertaining local excursions. Regional insiders share their intel on food, lobster lore, micro brews and the area’s art scene! The ocean front Inn by the Sea packages with them all, connecting visitors to the quintessential Maine experience.
Read More Jun23
2016
5 Sea Inspired SPA Treatments for the Ultimate Maine Experience
Maine inspired SPA treatments at the ocean front Inn by the Sea, just 7 miles south of Portland, unleash the scents and healing powers of the ocean, offering up wellness benefits and a complete Maine coast experience.
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