The New York Times Loves Brasserie Pip

The Copper Beech Inn, selected as one of the Top 100 Hotel Restaurants in America by USA Today and Zagat, recently received a warm welcome from New York Times writer Stephanie Lyness for its newest restaurant, Brasserie Pip.

Lyness described the dining experience at the new Brasserie in enthusiastic terms:

"The first time I ate at the brasserie....we ordered foie gras, a slice of house-made pbti, a shellfish platter and the escargots. The best of the group was the foie gras, which melted in our delighted mouths, but the escargots were lovely too, scented with anise and a hint of garlic, and the shellfish were fresh and crisp-tasting...
The food was paired with excellent house-made baguettes - crisp and pleasantly chewy - that are prepared according to a method devised by Charles Van Over. (Mr. Van Over, a Connecticut chef and the original owner, with his wife, Priscilla Martel, of Restaurant du Village in Chester, was a consultant on the creation of the brasserie.) ...."

Ms. Lyness and her guests also enjoyed the braised short ribs, the shellfish platter and the desserts. She concludes, "One of the things that works so well at Brasserie Pip is that the restaurant knows what it is, and the food and atmosphere complement that identity."

Named by Connecticut Magazine as "Best in State" and the recipient of the Wine Spectator "Best of Award of Excellence", The Copper Beech Inn is a former estate home with turn of the century charm combined with luxurious modern conveniences. There are thirteen spacious guest rooms and suites with private baths in the Main House and Carriage House, some with fireplaces and whirlpool baths.

Brasserie Pip is open Tuesday to Sunday, from 5 to 10 PM. Additionally, the award-winning main restaurant at The Copper Beech Inn serves dinner daily, from 5:30 PM, except Monday. The Inn also accommodates both large and small groups for events such as weddings, holiday parties, private luncheons, board meetings and corporate retreats and events. Wine dinners, artisan food tastings and culinary events are scheduled seasonally. For further information, call toll-free (888) 809-2056 or phone (860) 767-0330.