If it weren't for the sign out front, you'd think the converted house was someone's home.

And in a way, it is. The chef / owner, Charlie Levitz, is a local culinary legend, catering the Ironman competition and earning a special place in everyone's hearts by catering NHL goalie Mike Richter's wedding. Step inside and you're greeted by a one-eared cat, skis in the corners and bottomless mugs of Green Mountain Coffee Roasters brew.

Despite its high-brow clientele, Chair 6 serves up hearty Adirondack fare - with a gourmet twist. If I hadn't been told about the sweet potato pancakes and breakfast burrito before I'd arrived, I'd likely still be standing at the counter trying to make a decision.

When breakfast comes, its generous serving belies the healthy, organic ingredients. The pancakes are tender and while it doesn't really need to be laced with Adirondack maple syrup, I can't resist the flavor combination. The burrito is bursting with scrambled eggs, black beans and tang. No namby-pamby wanna-be omelet, this breakfast bites back. Green chili sauce and pepper jack cheese are enough to make you forget that the thermometer lives below freezing at this time of year.

Despite my best efforts, I can't finish my meal - the only complaint Chair 6 hears on a regular basis. No worries. Our server has the take away box ready for us.

Upon leaving, I'm not sure what I'm more taken with, the sweet potato pancakes or Bones the cat. Clearly, more research is needed. I haven't sampled the buttermilk pancakes yet -- or the French toast, or Smoked Salmon with all the fixin's...

Charmian Christie,
Outdoor Adventure Expert