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Seattle Metropolitan, August 2009

Some chefs, like Matt Costello at Whidbey Island’s Inn at Langley, treat [gooseberries] like cranberries in the kitchen. He freezes them for year-round jams and chutneys. “True gooseberry people, old English biddies, pick the blossom ends off and stick a toothpick in to get the seeds out, “says Costello. “I say if you don’t like the seeds, that’s what the strainer’s for.”

The Vancouver Courier, June 2009

The Inn at Langley is hidden away behind a lush hedge and garden, overlooking Saratoga Passage, where on a good day gigantic grey whales drift by and where on weekends you can be served the feast of a lifetime by resident gastronomic genius Matt Costello, who rules over his kitchen like a maestro presides over his orchestra, producing signature perfect meals. Here, in Costello's open kitchen where he effortlessly produces eight-course meals for the edification of customers who often reserve months in advance, you'll find the 100-mile diet reduced to the 10-mile dinner, for every morsel on the daily sheet is handpicked within close radius of the inn by Costello and his small crew of gastronomic elves.

Seattle Times | Pacific Northwest, June 14, 2009

How does a seasonal Northwest chef say winter without prompting the darkest kind of thoughts? If the chef is as savvy as Matt Costello, he says it with Penn Cove mussels and a "clove-dusted duck breast with pumpkin and Brussels sprouts." But one of the most intriguing courses on the menu when my wife and I were at The Inn at Langley in January was a plate of Alaskan black cod that included something called Rockwell beans. The beans, it turns out, have a rich history on Whidbey Island. They're named for one Elisha G. Rockwell, who apparently grew them in some quantity around the turn of the last century. Costello discovered them when a third-generation island resident, Georgie Smith, brought the beans to a potluck at The Inn. Smith, who runs Willowood Farm of Ebey's Prairie in Coupeville, grows produce for local farmers markets and for the inn; her family has been growing the bean for generations.

Journey Magazine, March/April 2009

Whidbey Island is so remote and secluded that you really do forget where you are. And helping to propel this slight lapse in memory is The Inn at Langley. Dexter and I were pleasantly surprised upon check-in at the Inn's extras and amenities for guests (both human and canine), and, best of all, at its calm, rejuvenating atmosphere. From the cozy fireplace and whirlpool-jetted tub, to the private beach with lapping waves you can hear from any room, the Inn's owners left nothing out - including a plush doggie bed in extra-large size, just for Dexter.

Sunset Magazine, February 2009

The six-course meal served by Seattle-bred celebrity chef Matt Costello is reason enough to stay at The Inn at Langley. Spend the day kayaking or hiking or simply gaze out at the water as you lie by the wood-burning fireplace

Travel + Leisure, February 2009

Though it’s only a 20-minute ferry ride from Seattle, Whidbey Island feels like the Pacific Northwest’s last frontier—a lost-in-time place of towering redwoods and sparkling coves overlooking Puget Sound. Take refuge at the 28-room Inn at Langley, in Langley, a pint-size town on the island. Each suite has a Jacuzzi with views of the evergreen-lined Saratoga Passage waterway (and the gray whales that swim through in spring). Click here for the full story.

Pilot Getaway, October 2008

The Inn at Langley is the perfect place to stay for a weekend pilot getaway on Whidbey Island. After spending a day at the beach, kayaking, scuba diving, or taking a whale watching cruise, settle in to the Inn at Langley, an elegant, luxurious lodge overlooking the Saratoga Passage. For dinner, enjoy a six-course meal, crafted by the Inn’s notorious Chef and General Manager Matt Costello. Finally, at the end of the day pamper yourself with a massage at the Inn at Langley’s Spa Essencia.

The Seattle Times, October 16, 2008

Recommend as one of the best places to stay for a relaxing beach vacation this fall, The Inn at Langley is where guests can find peace and comfort while walking in the sand or reading in the view of the of the captivating San Juan Islands.

Daily Candy Seattle, September 16, 2008

“It Whidbey Nice” - Rest your head in a serene room with views of the Saratoga Passage at the gorgeous Inn at Langley. Chef Matt Costello whips up an inspired six-course meal at The Inn’s restaurant, often citing neighbors as sources for the night’s fare.

Sound Magazine, August 2008

The Inn at Langley is the winner of August’s “Escape from Seattle” Dish-Off for offering an idyllic island experience where course after course has imagination. Chef Matt Costello manages to put a thoughtful and sometimes unexpected touch of nature into each dish.

425 Magazine, July 2008

Heaven for foodies and “groodies,” the Inn at Langley’s Restaurant offers a true chef’s dinner experience, made all the better by Costello’s credentials and use of locally-grown ingredients. Expect to be fed dishes with a conscience.

The Oregonian, July 2008

All of the exquisite guestrooms at The Inn at Langley have stunning panoramic views of Saratoga Passage with elegant Zen-like interiors that will revive and rejuvenate any lagging spirit. “Perhaps you’d better do your exploring first… because once in your serene room, you may never want to leave.”

Seattle Magazine, June 2008

The Inn at Langley’s new master suites each have 1,200 square feet of magnificent Northwest-luxury touches, such as bamboo flooring, river rock showers, oversized jetted tubs and floor-to-ceiling windows facing the glistening Saratoga Passage. Eat a delicious, multicourse dinner at the Inn’s restaurant that is hand-selected and locally grown on Whidbey Island.

Parent Map, June 2008

With a 180-degree water view from every room, The Inn at Langley offers a picturesque babymoon setting. In addition to its great location, The Inn is renowned for its gourmet, open-kitchen culinary dining experience, full-service spa overlooking the beach, and luxury rooms that offer fireplaces and jetted tubs.

Seattle Magazine, June 2008

On March 28, 2008, the second annual charity event to help raise funds for Food Lifeline – the largest hunger relief organization in Washington State – was proudly hosted at the Salish Lodge & Spa. The evening featured an exclusive auction and a multi-course, wine-paired menu prepared by Seattle's most celebrated chefs, including the Inn at Langley's Chef Matt Costello.

Seattle Times, February 2008

Following a romantic getaway to Whidbey Island’s Inn at Langley, guests rave about the ideal combination of food, romance, and nature. “While languishing in the Jacuzzi tub you can enjoy views of Saratoga Passage and a fire burning in the bedroom fireplace…the Inn at Langley is a relaxing and romantic place.”