"The Prancing Pony sits down the road from the West Gate of Bree, and has been sitting there for a long time. Although in days gone by it saw a lot more custom than it does these days it is still a popular stopping place for travelers, both friendly and unfriendly and for those mysterious men known as Rangers. It also serves as a popular meeting place for the inhabitants of Bree; it has always been a great place to hear all the local gossip, and to eagerly awaiting ears an even better place to tell it. The innkeeper, Barliman Butterbur is an important person around these parts and is known by all. Together with his servants Bob and Nob they keep the place running smoothly and keep the atmosphere warm and welcoming to any who come a-calling.
Upon entering the inn, one is greeted by the sight of many tables and chairs on the near side of the taproom, which are freely pushed and pulled about by patrons to whatever configuration suits them best. On the far side, longs trestle tables with benches take up the majority of the space, and all along the wall opposite the door sits a vast three-sided oak bar, behind which Barliman Butterbur (played by Tharmáras) holds court with his stocks of ales and wines and liqours. A swinging door where the left end of the bar meets the wall provides access to the bar, and through a second door behind it, to the kitchen. All along the bar are stools, where the less (or more, depending) social can nurse their brews. At the back wall a set of stairs runs up to the second story, where comfortable rooms await those spending the night, and behind the inn is a generous block of stables."
- Written long ago by Merly
Attention: It's spring evening at the Pony in the Third Age year 3014.
Upon entering the inn, one is greeted by the sight of many tables and chairs on the near side of the taproom, which are freely pushed and pulled about by patrons to whatever configuration suits them best. On the far side, longs trestle tables with benches take up the majority of the space, and all along the wall opposite the door sits a vast three-sided oak bar, behind which Barliman Butterbur (played by Tharmáras) holds court with his stocks of ales and wines and liqours. A swinging door where the left end of the bar meets the wall provides access to the bar, and through a second door behind it, to the kitchen. All along the bar are stools, where the less (or more, depending) social can nurse their brews. At the back wall a set of stairs runs up to the second story, where comfortable rooms await those spending the night, and behind the inn is a generous block of stables."
- Written long ago by Merly
Attention: It's spring evening at the Pony in the Third Age year 3014.
Barliman Butterbur, the innkeeper, will be roleplayed by Aigronding but you will see him seldom.
At the moment, visitors can speak with my barkeep Edward Sugarplum. Anyone who would like to offer menu additions or be part of the staff as a cook, server, housekeeper, stablehand,
or minstrel please let me know in the Rivendell Activities Thread and I'll add your character name/position here in the OP viewtopic.php?f=10&t=34 .
At the moment, visitors can speak with my barkeep Edward Sugarplum. Anyone who would like to offer menu additions or be part of the staff as a cook, server, housekeeper, stablehand,
or minstrel please let me know in the Rivendell Activities Thread and I'll add your character name/position here in the OP viewtopic.php?f=10&t=34 .
PONY MENU
Drinks:
Old Hill Ale – A dark malty beer, fairly bitter
Pale Archet Ale - A honey colored ale with a perfectly white head and hints of citrus
Dry Staddle Stout – An almost black beer, characterized by a toast or coffee-like taste. Hobbits love it.
Brown Ale – Dark amber beer, sweet and smooth, with a hint of chocolate.
Hard Apple Ale - A cloudy, sweet-tart ale where apples take the lead in flavor
Nob's Fearsomely Sharp Lemonade - A tart addition to our menu that provides a tangy, citrus blast for your tasting pleasure.
Bob's Dry Perry Cider - This dedlightfully crisp cider offers a sweet aroma with a distinctive, lingering pear taste.
Prince William - This dark, roasty beer with hints of caramel and chocolate was named for a noble of ancient Cardolan.
King Henry - The most dangerous brew in the business. And inky black, malty, hoppy, punch-you-in-the-face confection. Limit: three glasses per customer per night.
Dorwinion Red - A deep, dark red wine imported from the east. Makes Elves fall asleep so be careful pointy ears.
Blackberry Wine - Coming from a mysterious supplier, this fruity wine will lay you low most pleasantly.
Peredhel - A dry white of Flutterbye Vineyards with flavors of peaches and honeysuckle named for a frequent half-elven guest here.
Queen Ann - A red wine of Flutterbye Vineyards which is soft and sweet as its namesake, a queen of old Cardolan. Layers of cherry and blackberry.
Honeymeade - Miss Lisbeth's straight bourbon whiskey, a deliciously smooth liqueur infused with real golden honey.
Imladris Brandy - Made from apricots, cherries, plums, or berries from Linymaril of House Mordagnir in Rivendell
Tea - Black, Thingol Grey, green, white, herbal, and chamomile.
Milk - Cold or warm, for the little ones.
Food:
Bread - White and crusty, thick & heavy wheat, one with lots of seeds. Comes with fresh butter.
Beef & Mustard - Slabs of roast beef and a pot of mustard, with the bread of your choice
Stew – Rich, filling venison stew with barley and good root vegetables
Potted Hare – Rabbit stewed in red wine, shredded, mixed with lemon and thyme.
Cheese & Pickle Sandwich - Crunchy dill pickles, mature cheddar, and mayonnaise.
Roasted Chicken – Whole or half, cooked on a spit over an open fire and basted in its own drippings, well salted and peppered, with a hint of rosemary.
Roasted Coney – Tender rabbit, whole or half, seasoned and stuffed with onion and sage
Bangers and Mash – Beef sausage and fluffy mashed potatoes, with onion gravy.
Pie - Mince, Cherry, Peach, apple
Fresh fruit
Plum Cobbler
Willow Oaks honey-roasted peanuts, chestnuts, and black walnuts
Cinnamon Squares: A warm delicious dessert bar-shaped cookies filled with cinnamon and drizzled with caramel syrup.
This is a Free RP thread with no GM direction however do look at the OP occcasionally for weather/time details.
Drinks:
Old Hill Ale – A dark malty beer, fairly bitter
Pale Archet Ale - A honey colored ale with a perfectly white head and hints of citrus
Dry Staddle Stout – An almost black beer, characterized by a toast or coffee-like taste. Hobbits love it.
Brown Ale – Dark amber beer, sweet and smooth, with a hint of chocolate.
Hard Apple Ale - A cloudy, sweet-tart ale where apples take the lead in flavor
Nob's Fearsomely Sharp Lemonade - A tart addition to our menu that provides a tangy, citrus blast for your tasting pleasure.
Bob's Dry Perry Cider - This dedlightfully crisp cider offers a sweet aroma with a distinctive, lingering pear taste.
Prince William - This dark, roasty beer with hints of caramel and chocolate was named for a noble of ancient Cardolan.
King Henry - The most dangerous brew in the business. And inky black, malty, hoppy, punch-you-in-the-face confection. Limit: three glasses per customer per night.
Dorwinion Red - A deep, dark red wine imported from the east. Makes Elves fall asleep so be careful pointy ears.
Blackberry Wine - Coming from a mysterious supplier, this fruity wine will lay you low most pleasantly.
Peredhel - A dry white of Flutterbye Vineyards with flavors of peaches and honeysuckle named for a frequent half-elven guest here.
Queen Ann - A red wine of Flutterbye Vineyards which is soft and sweet as its namesake, a queen of old Cardolan. Layers of cherry and blackberry.
Honeymeade - Miss Lisbeth's straight bourbon whiskey, a deliciously smooth liqueur infused with real golden honey.
Imladris Brandy - Made from apricots, cherries, plums, or berries from Linymaril of House Mordagnir in Rivendell
Tea - Black, Thingol Grey, green, white, herbal, and chamomile.
Milk - Cold or warm, for the little ones.
Food:
Bread - White and crusty, thick & heavy wheat, one with lots of seeds. Comes with fresh butter.
Beef & Mustard - Slabs of roast beef and a pot of mustard, with the bread of your choice
Stew – Rich, filling venison stew with barley and good root vegetables
Potted Hare – Rabbit stewed in red wine, shredded, mixed with lemon and thyme.
Cheese & Pickle Sandwich - Crunchy dill pickles, mature cheddar, and mayonnaise.
Roasted Chicken – Whole or half, cooked on a spit over an open fire and basted in its own drippings, well salted and peppered, with a hint of rosemary.
Roasted Coney – Tender rabbit, whole or half, seasoned and stuffed with onion and sage
Bangers and Mash – Beef sausage and fluffy mashed potatoes, with onion gravy.
Pie - Mince, Cherry, Peach, apple
Fresh fruit
Plum Cobbler
Willow Oaks honey-roasted peanuts, chestnuts, and black walnuts
Cinnamon Squares: A warm delicious dessert bar-shaped cookies filled with cinnamon and drizzled with caramel syrup.
This is a Free RP thread with no GM direction however do look at the OP occcasionally for weather/time details.