Entries by The Ellwanger Estate

Flower City: The University Connection

Re-posted 9/29/2026 by the Ellwanger Estate B&B Posted on October 17, 2022 by akadri After the flour boom of the early and mid-19th century died down in Rochester, the city transitioned from being known as the Flour City to worldwide acclaim as the Flower City. This was largely due to horticulturists George Ellwanger and Patrick Barry’s nursery business, which grew from […]

10 A+ Lodgings On Your East Coast US College Tour

Your kid’s future alma mater isn’t cookie-cutter, so why should your college tour accommodations be? Sure, you can stay in some boilerplate roadside franchise, but if you’re used to traveling with flair and want to experience the most welcoming aspects of your chosen college towns, stay in this one-of-a-kind  B&B.   

A New Recipe! 

Calling all Pancake lovers, with a sweet tooth!! Here’s to a grand birthday celebration with a crumb coated carrot cake. Easy Instructions: Just ordered from Cheesy Eddies, including a pound of extra frosting, pipped on the pancake edges, added the food coloring, butter, and whipped cream (all frosting except the strawberries). And drizzle with caramelized maple syrup. Enjoy!

Flower City: The University Connection

Re-posted 4/29/23 by the Ellwanger Estate B&B Posted on October 17, 2022 by akadri After the flour boom of the early and mid-19th century died down in Rochester, the city transitioned from being known as the Flour City to worldwide acclaim as the Flower City. This was largely due to horticulturists George Ellwanger and Patrick Barry’s nursery business, which grew from […]