Get Your Pumpkin Fix in Lehigh Valley This Season
One of the world’s oldest domesticated plants, the pleasingly plump pumpkin’s bold color embodies cozy fall weather and the start of spooky season!
Here are 10 local ways to enjoy this scrumptiously versatile squash, from spa treatments to beers to pasta, there's a pumpkin-infused treat for every craving.
1. Pumpkin Spice Pretzels from Jay's Local
Jay's local is serving up the ultimate salty-sweet combo for all the flavors of fall - Pumpkin Spice Pretzels with cinnamon brown sugar glaze and pumpkin pie dipping sauce! It’s a delicious combination that will boost your mood during spooky season.
2. The Dining Dog’s Pumpkin Spice "Woofles"
Naturally, our furry friends are fiending for a bite of our pumpkin pie, but all that sugar is no bueno. Get your pooch a pie of her own at Allentown’s The Dining Dog & Friends, where a healthy and delicious whole-food menu awaits. This little personal cream-topped waffle is a safe and super cute alternative to bring your dog in on the holiday feast.
3. PopPop's Pumpkin Pancakes from Diner 248
This breakfast dish at Diner 248 will make your pumpkin dreams come true. Order a short stack of PopPop's Pumpkin Pancakes for the perfect taste of fall to start your day. Topped with a drizzle of sweet glaze and candied walnuts, it makes for a deliciously sweet crunch in every bite.
4. Pumpkin Spice Facial & Massage at Skinterest Skincare Boutique
'Tis the season to pamper yourself with pumpkin! As the wind begins to chill, soothe your skin with some much-needed pampering from Skinterest Skincare Boutique in Easton. Treat yourself to a facial with pumpkin spice aromatherapy or a massage with pumpkin spice-infused massage oil. Both services include a coffee house hand or foot scrub!
5. Three Men & A Bagel’s Pumpkin-Raisin
The bagel is a breakfast standard that can be hard to perfect, but Three Men & A Bagel meet big city standards, turning out a chewy, fresh foundation for a variety of spreads or satisfying sandwiches. The seasonal pumpkin-raisin is warm with fall flavor. Pair it with walnut raisin cream cheese for extra oomph.
7. Elpedio's Ristorante Pumpkin Ravioli
Dig into warm pumpkin-filled ravioli at Elpedio's Ristorante! Perfectly topped with apples, sausage, roasted potatoes, and beans, all nestled in a creamy brandy sauce. Wash it down with one of their pumpkin martinis or pumpkin cheesecake.
8. The Cup’s Pumpkin Spice Ice Cream
This seasonal offering (along with Caramel Apple for the autumn months) has all the smooth and creamy luxuriance of The Bethlehem Dairy Store’s ice cream, flavored with real pumpkin and spices. If that’s not rich enough for you, their Pumpkin Cheesecake ice cream combines two decadent desserts in one!
9. Youell's Oyster House's Pumpkin Cheesecake
This delightful homemade fall dish is sure to please! Enjoy a thick and delicious pumpkin cheesecake, caramel drizzle, and a dollop of whipped cream for dessert at Youell's Oyster House. Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra sweetness!
10. Pick Up Pumpkin at Java Joint
Take your pumpkin drinks and sweet treats to go! Java Joint Drive Thru in Trexlertown is the perfect pit stop for a pumpkin pick-me-up. Sip on specialty pumpkin lattes, pumpkin chai, and pumpkin mochas; then snack on pumpkin chocolate chip bread, whoopie pies, muffins, and biscotti!
11. Pumpkin Spice Lattes and More!
It’s impossible to round up beloved pumpkin products without including the much-maligned but indomitable PSL. Get it hot at one of three The Joint locations for the finest incarnation of the drink, made with real pumpkin and flavorful spice. Plus, a whole batch of other Lehigh Valley cafes serving up the beloved fall drink.
Craving even more pumpkin? Check out the photo gallery below for more fall inspiration and plan your visit! Complete with Insta-worthy foliage, pumpkin patches, and scenic hotels.
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