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Winter in the Amana Colonies I think, many would agree that for the most part….winter is a peaceful, quiet, and beautiful time of the year. As with many statements, there is of course the exception to this sentiment…when the temperature drops to negative 27 with the wind chill, when we have an ice storm, a blizzard, … Read more
The Amana Colonies are known for their great food! Many people visit the area to dine on dishes that were traditionally prepared in community kitchens and can now be found in local restaurants. Our hotel shares a part in the Colonies’ rich food history, having formerly operated as Bill Zuber’s Dugout Restaurant from 1949-2006. Over … Read more
Enjoying “Old” — Excited for “New” This is a busy time of year in the Amanas. Oktoberfest begins the month. This year we celebrated the 50th Oktoberfest. It was a wonderful weekend – great weather, fantastic food and lots of people came to the Amana Colonies to celebrate. Now as the leaves are turning colors, … Read more