Hilton Suites - Auburn Hills, MI

BrianMcM - Generally we will not post our hotel oatmeal experiences since they usually are not good enough for any commentary. However, my oatmeal from the breakfast bar at the Hilton Suites in Auburn Hills, MI in December 2007 was notable in one respect: the use of dried cherries as a garnish. The oatmeal itself was horrible: from a large kettle that was 4 hours without refreshing. The oatmeal was overcooked, mushy and dried out. But I was able to use enough dried cherries (the state fruit of Michigan), raisins and brownsugar to partially redeem the cereal. While I am thinking about it, other embellishments that might save some bad porridge would include: pecans, walnuts, peanuts, almond slivers, coconut, apples, dried apricots, and sweet fruit juices instead of milk. Oatmeal = 1 (garnish brings it to a 3), Ambience = 2, Service = 1 (what should I expect at a hotel buffet)?

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