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Cool and Crisp Summer Recipes from 1906
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Cool and Crisp Summer Recipes from 1906

Harvested daily, these fresh ingredients are delivered straight to our 1906 restaurant, where the culinary team transforms them into vibrant dishes that celebrate the flavors of the Brandywine Valley.

By Jourdan Cole, on July 1, 2026
1906: A Fresh Take and Recipe
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1906: A Fresh Take and Recipe

We sat down with Executive Chef George Murkowicz to learn about his garden-to-table approach, how to savor the very latest at 1906, and how to make chilled nettles soup at home. 

By Jourdan Cole, on May 6, 2026
Culinary Gems Await You at 1906
Close-up, overhead view of a plated dish, likely risotto, with alternating dollops of creamy white, vibrant green, and yellow puree or sauce, garnished with edible flowers and surrounded by spice dust.

Culinary Gems Await You at 1906

As our Gardens transform into a glittering wonderland, our culinary team invites you to experience dishes that are simple, elegant, and inspired by the garden itself.

By Jourdan Cole, on November 12, 2025
Modern Mixology Takes Root at 1906
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Modern Mixology Takes Root at 1906

With the debut of our new summer cocktail menu and the recent honor of a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence, now is the perfect moment to share a behind-the-scenes look at all that goes into crafting our seasonal drink selections … and what to sip this summer.

By Jourdan Cole, on July 9, 2025
Holiday Magic, From Our Kitchen to Yours
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Holiday Magic, From Our Kitchen to Yours

It’s the very first A Longwood Christmas for 1906 and The Fountain Room and we are absolutely delighted to share the magic of the season with you. . Follow along as we share the magic (and the recipes!) of two exceptional dishes. 

By 1906 Executive Chef George Murkowicz, on December 4, 2024
Garden to Table Excellence at 1906
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Garden to Table Excellence at 1906

With our incredible new dining experience now open, we can share with you not only our beautiful new dining room, bar, and lounge, but also our new, imaginative menus that celebrate fresh, seasonal, and sustainable ingredients—many of which have been grown just steps away.

By Susanna Vaughan, on October 30, 2024