Treat Yourself To Signature Dishes At These Hotels

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An AAA travel survey found that an estimated 22 million Americans take a culinary-focused vacation each year. What’s more, 75% of Americans feel that food and dining are an important part of their travel experiences and four in five say they have engaged in such unique activities as touring wineries and distilleries, and engaging in hands-on experiences such as cooking classes led by local chefs while traveling.

Travelers with discerning palates often seek out hotels where talented chefs are noted for their innovative recipes. No matter your reasons for traveling, it’s always wise to select a hotel where the food is as memorable as the accommodations. These signature hotel dishes will have you returning for more.

Boston Cream Pie, Omni Parker House, Boston, MA

The birthplace of the original Boston Cream Pie made in 1856, Omni Parker House is still serving up the original version after all those years. Technically a cake and not a pie, this chocolate topped, two-layer golden cake filled with a rich and velvety pastry cream that never disappoints, and it is distinguished as the state’s official dessert. Its pure ingredients include whole egg, heavy cream, whole milk, cake flour, granulated sugar, semi-sweet chocolate, white chocolate, almonds, cornstarch, unsalted butter, vanilla and baking powder.

Almond Macaroons, HOTEL DU PONT, Wilmington, DE

For more than a century HOTEL DU PONT, an iconic hotel located in downtown Wilmington, Delaware, has been dedicated to delivering timeless luxury and customer satisfaction, which includes satisfying a guest’s sweet tooth. Served at meals and banquet events, the signature almond macaroons attract guests from all over to indulge in this flavorful experience. Baked in-house for almost 40 years, they are considered a staple for the hotel’s signature restaurant, The Green Room. They gain so much attention that the bake shop makes more than 40,000 per month, in batches of 3,300. Each macaroon contains only four ingredients and is also gluten-free.

Chicken Pot Pie, The Red Lion Inn, Stockbridge, MA

A storied landmark in the heart of town, the Inn has been known and loved for generations by travelers coming through town. While The Red Lion Inn is all about tradition, Chef Jon Sterrett makes sure to keep the traditions alive in the historic Main Dining Room, serving a Chicken Pot Pie – a beloved dish by locals and travelers alike. The warm and comforting dish cures cravings no matter what time of year it is. The pie is served in a bowl with a light, puff pastry on top, covering the generous amount of flavorful chicken and vegetables underneath. Last spring when news broke that there was a new chef in town, the Inn assured their guests that their favorite menu items would not be going anywhere. Chef Sterrett seeks to introduce modern, fresh fare into the traditional setting. His dishes will debut alongside The Inn’s must-have New England classics such as the Chicken Pot Pie, the iconic, traditional dish that brings nostalgia to those visiting the Inn.

Ranch Granola, The Ranch, Malibu, CA

Every spa has a signature granola recipe, but guests of The Ranch find The Ranch Granola especially irresistible due to its unique cookie-like texture. It’s all about the crunch and malty maple syrup flavor. Each batch of The Ranch Granola is handcrafted in Malibu using only the finest and freshest organic ingredients, including steel cut oats, cashews, almonds, bourbon barrel maple syrup, dried coconut, dates and nutmeg. It’s a great source of protein, dietary fiber and iron while being low in saturated fat and sodium, and is cholesterol and gluten free.

Spaghetto Al Burro Di Pistacchio E Ravanelli Marinati, Il Sereno, Lake Como, Italy

Resting on the iconic shores of Lake Como, Italy, the small and intimate ultra-luxury hotel joined forces with Milan-based designer Patricia Urquiola to introduce a contemporary and more relaxed interpretation of luxury, design and personalized service. Il Sereno’s lakeside restaurant, Ristorante Il Sereno Al Lago brings gastronomic excellence to the area with Chef Lenzi’s award winning menus, Contrasti, Classici and the famous Spaghetto Al Burro Di Pistacchio E Ravanelli Marinati.

Scallops Carpaccio, Casa de Campo Resort and Villas, Dominican Republic

A stunning 7,000-acre resort and private gated community, Casa de Campo Resort & Villas is located in La Romana on the southeastern coast of the Dominican Republic. It is a tropical playground featuring a unique array of amenities, some of which include La Terraza Tennis Centre, an expansive 370-slip Marina & Yacht Club, Polo & Equestrian facilities, a 245-acre world-class Shooting Center, and three golf courses. Casa de Campo also has a variety of eight gourmet dining options including two food trucks, seven bars, and is home to a 16th century replica Mediterranean village. Scallops Carpaccio, its signature dish, features fresh scallops, lemon juice, Ponzu, olive oil and Crue Fruits such as watermelon, pineapple and mango.

Traditional Nayarit Dish, Conrad Punta de Mita, Mexico

The locally inspired, chef-driven cuisine is a love letter to the surrounding tropical oasis. Foodies will relish the Zarandeado beach experience, where fisherman arrive to shore by boat with fresh fish from the village of La Cruz Huanacaxtle. The whole fish is then grilled over hot coals. Guests can sip a cold drink while the chefs prepare this traditional Nayarit dish, as well as à la minute ceviche and other Mexican delicacies at this stunning sea-to-table dining venue.